Moving heavy furniture in Sydney without hiring a professional moving company might seem like a way to save money—but it’s easy to underestimate just how challenging the job can be. Between the weight of the furniture, narrow staircases, and limited parking, one wrong move can turn a DIY relocation into a disaster.
If you’re planning to move heavy or oversized items yourself, hiring a Hiab truck (with a crane and operator) can be a smart and safe solution. Here are 6 common mistakes people make when moving heavy furniture—and how a Hiab truck from our team can help you avoid them.
1. Underestimating Size & Weight of Furniture
Oversized sofas, antique wardrobes, and marble tables often weigh more than people expect. Without the proper lifting tools, moving them manually is dangerous and inefficient.
How a Hiab Truck Helps:
Our Hiab trucks are equipped with hydraulic cranes that can safely lift heavy furniture directly from balconies, upper levels, or tight spaces—no need to drag them down narrow stairs or hallways.
2. Using Inadequate Transport Vehicles
Trying to squeeze large furniture into a trailer, ute, or standard van often leads to damage, delays, or multiple exhausting trips across Sydney.
How a Hiab Truck Helps:
Hiab trucks are built for heavy-duty, single-load transport. With a large flatbed and crane, we can load and deliver your furniture in one go—safely and securely.
3. Struggling with Tight Access or Multi-Storey Homes
Sydney’s narrow streets, heritage homes, and multi-level terraces often make it impossible to carry large furniture out the front door.
How a Hiab Truck Helps:
Instead of wrestling furniture through tight spaces, our crane-equipped Hiab trucks can lift items directly over fences or balconies, reducing risk and effort.
4. Skipping Safety Equipment & Lifting Support
Without the proper gear—like lifting straps, trolleys, or blankets—furniture can be scratched, dropped, or worse, cause injury.
How a Hiab Truck Helps:
Our trained operators use specialised rigging and lifting equipment to move furniture with precision. No need to invest in expensive equipment or risk hurting yourself.
5. Overestimating DIY Ability or Help Availability
It’s common for people to rely on a couple of friends or family members for help—only to find they can’t manage the heavy lifting or end up injuring themselves.
How a Hiab Truck Helps:
Our Hiab services include a skilled operator, so you don’t need to round up a moving crew. We handle the heavy lifting safely and professionally.
6. Ignoring Parking or Access Issues
Sydney’s strict parking rules and tight street layouts can make it nearly impossible to park close to the property—especially with trailers or large vans.
How a Hiab Truck Helps:
Our team is familiar with Sydney’s logistics and can position the truck safely in tight or restricted access areas. We handle council permits or site access needs when required.
Why Hire a Hiab Truck for Your Sydney Move?
If you’re not hiring a full-service removalist, a Hiab truck is the next best option—especially for large, awkward, or heavy items like:
- Pool tables
- Stone countertops
- Outdoor furniture
- Pianos
- Large cabinets or safes
- Items stored on higher levels or rooftops
Our Hiab trucks allow you to move heavy furniture without risk, stress, or damage—and we cover all of Greater Sydney.
Get a Free Quote Today
If you’re planning a move and need help transporting heavy furniture, our Hiab trucks are ready to go. Whether you’re moving across the street or across town, we make tough jobs simple.
Contact us now to get a free quote or book your Hiab truck with the operator.
