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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews

Very fast, efficient and reliable!! Thank you for your help!!

Moving some heavy boxes in storage unit into straight piles.

$60

Very professional.. He was concentrate of all safety concerns being that it was my first time using the service ..Great Job

Move a heavy item

$75

Hard workers!! Very grateful!

King mattress/heavy bed frame downstairs, old frame/mattress to garage

$200

Awesome service! Punctual... diligent!

Move a heavy table

$100

Super helpful and communicative!

Pick up IKEA order. 2 heavy 8-ft countertops

$100

Thanks so much Darin and friends!! The work was meticulously done and with much attention to detail. Darin reassabled the furniture piece and went above and beyond. Great helper and much appreciated. Thank you

Move heavy bed from truck

$145

What's the average cost of a heavy mover

$75 - $200

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$75

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$120

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$200

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Why book a heavy lifting help through Airtasker?

If you need help moving heavy boxes, bulky furniture, and large appliances or equipment, booking heavy lifting help through Airtasker gives you fast access to reliable local movers across the US. Instead of spending hours calling multiple moving companies, you can post your task once and receive offers from heavy movers who are ready to handle anything from a quick room rearrangement to a full home relocation.  

Airtasker lets you review each mover’s ratings, experience, and past feedback, so you can choose someone who’s trustworthy, well-prepared, and equipped with the right tools to lift safely. With upfront pricing and no surprise charges, the platform makes heavy lifting more transparent and affordable.

So if you’re searching for heavy movers or heavy lifting help near you and want a mover who’s efficient, friendly, and available on your schedule, Airtasker makes it easy to get the help you need.

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Top Heavy Lifting related questions

Yes. Airtasker allows you to hire skilled local heavy movers for heavy lifting tasks of any size. Whether you need help shifting furniture, transporting appliances, or moving a fragile item, you can easily find heavy lifting help near you by using the platform. You can also negotiate for help with packing, depending on the Tasker.

In the United States, heavy lifting help (or labor-only, short-haul moves) varies based on the length of the job, the number of movers, surge fees, building access conditions (stairs, narrow hallways), and included services. For local moves or lifting tasks, hourly rates for a standard two-man crew, moving truck included, often fall in the range of $100 to $160 per hour.

On Airtasker, you can post your task, get competitive quotes from local businesses and compare price, availability and reviews to find the right fit.

Professional heavy movers use tools such as dollies, trolleys, lifting straps, sliders, and sometimes even mobile lifting machines. These help reduce strain and ensure safe handling of bulky or awkward equipment and furniture that don’t easily fit in boxes.

The 5 P’s (Plan, Position, Pick, Proceed, and Place) are guidelines for lifting safely. They help ensure you assess the load, position your body correctly, lift carefully, and set the item down safely.

Yes, many Taskers are experienced in moving heavy or bulky items up and down stairs. When posting your task, it’s helpful to mention details such as stair width, number of flights, and whether there are tight corners. This ensures you receive offers from heavy movers who have the right skills and equipment to complete the job safely.

Yes! You can find Taskers experienced in heavy lifting and moving a vending machine. They can safely disconnect, transport, and, if requested, they may also help reinstall your vending machine at its new location.

Pinball machines are heavy and delicate, so it’s best to book heavy movers who know how to safely move and handle pinball machines. They can help with disassembly, secure transport, and if requested, basic reassembly of your fragile gaming equipment. 

What do heavy lifting help services include?

Heavy lifting services on Airtasker cover a wide range of home, apartment, and office moving tasks across the US. Whether you need assistance lifting heavy furniture between floors, transporting home gym equipment, or moving awkward items up or down stairs, you’ll find experienced movers who arrive with the right gear and techniques.

Many people search for heavy lifting help near them when tackling physically demanding jobs like moving their belongings. Airtasker makes it simple to connect with trusted local heavy movers who can get these tasks done safely and efficiently while making sure that their customers have a great experience:

Heavy furniture lifting and moving

Most heavy lifting tasks include assisting with large household furniture such as couches, dining tables, wardrobes, bookshelves, and bed frames. Taskers use equipment to help disassemble and reassemble pieces when needed and ensure everything is properly secured during transport. 

If you're planning a home rearrangement or relocation, you can also book a full furniture moving service through Airtasker. 

Heavy appliance lifting and moving

Moving appliances like fridges, washing machines, dryers, and ovens requires proper handling to avoid damage. Many local movers can bring trolleys, straps, and sliders to lift and transport appliances safely. 

You can also check out Airtasker’s fridge moving services if you need specialized help moving your fridge.

Heavy gym equipment lifting and transport

From treadmills to weight racks, Taskers can help lift your heavy gym equipment. They know safe and efficient lifting techniques and appropriate materials to ensure your heavy lifting tasks are completed efficiently without risking injury or damage.

Loading and unloading assistance

If you're relocating, your hired heavy mover can help load or unload your truck, trailer, boxes, or container. This is especially helpful for those needing extra muscle for long-distance or interstate moves. 

For long-distance moves, you can also conveniently book interstate moving services near you.

Specialty item lifting

Some items require more careful handling. Think about moving pool tables, pianos, and delicate antiques that don’t easily fit into boxes. When posting your task, simply mention the item type, access restrictions, and location, and you’ll receive offers from Taskers who specialize in these kinds of heavy lifts.

Recent Heavy Lifting tasks

Extremely large and heavy TV console. Approx. 24X90 450 lbs.

$175

Houston TX 77095, USA

Apr 24th 2026

I need help moving one piece of furniture upstairs. It is 90 inches long weigh approximately 450 pounds.

Move a heavy Sleep Number bed so we can install a headboard.

$100

Bend OR 97702, USA

Apr 23rd 2026

Help moving a heavy bed; King sized Sleep Number bed. Need to install a headboard.

Moving heavy stuff and packing a pod for moving

$200

Austin TX 78738, USA

Apr 23rd 2026

We have a ton of stuff in the pod and in the garage about 20-30 ft from the pod. I need a at least 2 people to help me fill the pod, pack it correctly and strap it down. (Toolboxes, gym, tables, gun safe and more!)

Excellent work. On time, prompt and faster than expected. Hire these guys, you won’t be disappointed

Help move some heavy boxes

$350

Moline IL 61265, USA

Apr 23rd 2026

I need help moving boxes from my driveway to my walkout basement

Help move 10 heavy items out of apartment

$50

Hampton VA 23666, USA

Apr 23rd 2026

I need a couch, couch chair, bed(mattress and frame), desk and dog crate moved to a u haul

I need a heavy bed frame brought upstairs to my apartment.

$200

New York NY 10032, USA

Apr 22nd 2026

Full size adjustable bed frame must be carried upstairs to my apartment. I am in a walk up building.

Help move a sectional into a box truck in Lafayette, couch is heavy

$70

Lafayette CA 94549 3729, USA

Apr 22nd 2026

A sectional, L shaped. Just need to load it into a lift gate and into the box truck in Lafayette. I have help in Santa Clara. I approximate the job to take less than 30 minutes altogether. Offering $70/35 min Each piece is approximately 125 lbs to 200 lbs Pickup location: Lafayette CA, USA Drop-off location: Santa Clara CA, USA Removals size: one sectional Stairs: No

Elliot was an exemplary mover, so kind, efficient, and hardworking! I highly recommend his services. He waited for an hour for me when I was delayed in traffic -not the norm. But for him to go above and beyond was amazing!! Give Elliot a message!

Help moving large, heavy dresser from downstairs to upstairs

$150

Dripping Springs TX 78620, USA

Apr 22nd 2026

large dresser is downstairs and it needs to be moved up 1 flight of stairs to the bedroom. Dresser is heavy (over 150 pounds). Width is 67 inches and height is 40 inches.

Move a heavy coffee table up a flight of stairs. It will require 2.

$50

Gainesville GA 30504, USA

Apr 21st 2026

I have a heavy coffee table with an adjustable top that needs to be moved from my family room up to another loft area upstairs. The coffee table is very heavy piece of furniture and is somewhat awkward since the top is movable. I have 2 ruptured discs in my back and cannot do this myself. It will require at least 2 strong men

move a few heavy items including sofas,tables, rug, through stairs.

$200

Los Angeles CA 90049, USA

Apr 21st 2026

there are two heavy sofa chairs that need to go up the stairs. 2 of the same chairs brought down. a very heavy football table that needs to go up the stairs. a rug and a round glass table that need to go upstairs.

Two items of heavy furniture moved into garage

$125

Ferndale WA 98248, USA

Apr 21st 2026

a large bookcase and a dining room hutch must be moved out of the house and into the garage. A baby grand piano must be shifted to allow an area rug to be placed under it.

Move a small but very heavy load

$500

Niceville FL 32578, USA

Apr 20th 2026

I would like my stuff to ride with someone else's who's going from Niceville Florida area to Dallas Texas: Three boxes of very heavy tools and cast iron pots, heavy box of china, box of miscellaneous tools and books, a sewing machine in the table, a chess table with a very heavy marble top, paintings and albums

Lift chair

$75

Santa Fe TX 77510, USA

Apr 20th 2026

sending lift chair back Pickup location: Santa Fe TX 77510, USA Removals size: House Stairs: No

Help with moving heavy mattress in a box

$30

Matthews NC 28105, USA

Apr 20th 2026

Move mattresses in box upstairs

Need Help Lifting Personal Sauna To Go over Rug

$100

Los Angeles CA 90027, USA

Apr 6th 2026

Hi there, I am trying to put a rug underneath my personal wooden sauna (it weights about 160 pounds). I need help lifting it up so I can put the rug underneath evenly.

Arthur is the best! So professional, kind, and thoughtful. A true perfectionist (in a good way!) with great ideas for my home! Love working with him.

Help to move large/ heavy sofa

$100

Venice CA 90291, USA

Mar 17th 2026

Sofa dimensions: Dimensions: Width: 103" Height: 32" Depth: 38.5", is one piece and a few hundred pounds. Need two people who can menuever it with ease. Fitting it in the elevator (if it fits) or taking it up four flights of stairs. Lifting it over head and at angles.

Was friendly and communicative

Lift treadmill to second floor room

$300

Greenport NY 11944, USA

Feb 27th 2026

Nordic track treadmill Pickup location: Greenport NY 11944, USA Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Lawrence was extremely helpful and expedient with carrying a treadmill to a second floor room. Very communicative and friendly. Thank you for the help, I will definitely keep you in mind for the next time we need help.

Help me move some large heavy wood pieces upstairs

$75

Austin TX 78746, USA

Jan 31st 2026

New sauna needs to go upstairs. Some heavy walls to move. One male helper (homeowner) can help.

Strong and efficient with great communication. Five stars.

Move furniture and a few heavy boxes to a new location

$225

Queen Creek AZ 85142, USA

Jan 17th 2026

1. Two queen bed frames and box spring 2. Box of fine China-Heavy so likely need two people. 3. A table with legs already removed 4. A few other Random boxes/bins, less than 5. 5. A Xmas tree in box 6. Lastly, An entry table, a few misc household pictures and a bin of purses and shoes to be brought to donation. Pickup location: Queen Creek AZ 85142, USA Drop-off location: Mesa AZ 85209, USA Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Michael was quick with loading the truck of my items. He was courteous and warm. I’d recommend Michael every time!

Lift furniture from van to house

$194

Berkeley CA 94708, USA

Nov 10th 2025

Help me lift furniture from a van to a bedroom in the Berkeley Hills on Tuesday 11/11. Midday, ideally 10 AM. There’s one short flight of stairs to the room on the second floor. The larger tems include: one full size mattress and one wooden chest (46” x 34” x 18”). There’s also two smaller side tables and boxes. Everything is already in a van at the destination, ready for unloading. This job probably takes 1 hour with 2 people helping.

Ecko and their partner were reliable and delightful help.