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Great guy to work with Will be working again with Nicholas in the future

CAD Drawing for laser cutter

$200

Very satisfied with excellent service and communication throughout task which was completed very quickly to my specifications.

Drafting of pergola plans to submit to council

$250

Outstanding very professional job. Happy to recommend Abraham for his great motivation to get the job done on time and outstanding

CAD drawing of Aluminium Light Box

$800

Good job but no on-site visit

Draftsman required- Garage conversion drawings

$500

Great job, thank you

Draftsman Carport

$123

Great to deal with

Floor plan sketches

$400

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Why hire a draftsman through Airtasker?

Have you been thinking about building a new home or renovating your current home? Don’t waste time scrolling through builder websites only to choose a house plan that isn’t quite right for you. Instead, hire a draftsman who can draw a plan for your new home or extension with all the elements you need, so you get the perfect custom result you’re after.

The best place to find professional drafting services is on Airtasker. Whether you need help drawing plans for a private residence or commercial project, you’ll be able to find an experienced local draftsman to get your project started. Simply post your task and we’ll connect you with architectural drafters who can draw build-ready plans and help with council approvals.

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Top Drafting related questions

A draftsman, also known as a drafter, is the technician in charge of creating technical drawings and plans. This includes the specifications of a structure or mechanism. Drafters may work with architects, scientists, or engineers and may also be in charge of assessing structural strength and building costs. Drafters typically use computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) procedures, drafting pencils, and T-squares in order to create these plans.
The primary difference between them: architects can offer both technical and artistic advice to your team, while a draftsman is primarily concerned with the technical aspects of your project. Draftsmen can provide construction-ready drawings, complete with all the technical specifications. Unfortunately, they won’t be able to evaluate your project as a whole or contribute major changes to its design, layout, or flow. If you’re thinking of hiring an architect as well, you can use Airtasker to find an expert near you.
Yes and no. While a draftsman can create the blueprints based on design, an architect must create the design first. A draftsman usually works with or for an architect. Once the architect has visualised the house (including aspects such as the use of space, flow, and engineering), the draftsman converts the design into technical specifications that the construction company can use.
When hiring a draftsman, look for the following: industry knowledge, experience, and communication skills. The first quality includes their technical skills and knowledge of building codes and policies. Their experience can also tell you if they are a good fit for your project. It’s good to ask them if they have handled anything similar to your plans. Lastly, make sure you work with someone who will listen to you, give you sound advice, and help you translate your vision.

What does a draftsman service include?

Airtasker’s draftsman service connects you with a trusted drafter in your area. This draftsman can help you translate your vision into ready for construction blueprints (ideally, with the help of an architect). If you are booking this type of service for the first time, here’s what’s included:

Consultation for drafting services

If you already have a grand vision for your project, a drafter can help you convert it into blueprints that engineers can approve and construction companies can execute. Do take note that their consultancy field is limited; unlike architects, they cannot give a “holistic” vision for your project. The most that they can do is give minor tweaks to your idea and put it down on paper.

It would be best to consult with an architect before approaching a drafter with your plans. Your drafter may also have some architect colleagues to recommend, so you can ask them about this, too.

Creating technical drawings using CAD or traditional drafting

Drafters usually create technical plans or blueprints using computer-aided drafting and design (CADD). They may also use more traditional means, such as papers, pencils, and T-squares. Either way, they provide a very specific and calculated plan that a construction team can readily execute. If you have preferences as to how you want your technical drawings done, you can specify this in your task post.

Working with architects and engineers

The job of a draftsman involves working with architects, engineers, or even scientists. If you have already contacted an engineer and architect, you can hire a draftsman via Airtasker to complete your team. Our platform connects you with available drafters in your area so that you don’t need to look far or wait long before setting an appointment.

Beyond the home: other draftsman services

While a lot of people usually look for drafting services in relation to residential house plans, drafters can actually work with a lot of other industries. They can help you put up a commercial building, design a piece of machinery, help put together consumer goods, and even build rockets. Since their forte is in technical specifications, they are experts in putting things together and repairing them if they fall apart. If you’d like to know more about what a drafter can do for you, click the “Post a task” button at the top of this page.

Recent Drafting tasks

Replace floor planks in kitchen with porcelain tile, fix switchplate

$800

Ultimo, New South Wales

13th Mar 2026

Replace planks in apartment kitchen (83" x 47" area) with porcelain tile (available). Reattach switch plate in bathroom. Set up tile cutter in the kitchen if possible.

Drafting plans for enclosing a verandah for CDC

$1,200

Burwood NSW, Australia

10th Mar 2026

Need drafting plans for enclosing a verandah for CDC approval.

Replace multiple damage floor plank

$200

Baldivis, Western Australia

28th Feb 2026

I need assistance cutting and reinstalling damaged floor planks. I already have plenty of spare pieces available (approximately 15), covering the living room and kitchen areas. • No glue needed • Plank thickness: 4.5 mm • Adhesive used in existing floor: Mapei Ultrabond ECOFIX Looking for someone experienced with flooring repairs who can cut pieces to size and replace the damaged planks neatly.

Commercial Site Measure & DWG Floor Plan – Small Retail Tenancy

$350

Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

27th Feb 2026

I require a licensed surveyor or experienced site measurer to complete an accurate measured survey of a small ground-floor retail tenancy in Pyrmont for design and approval purposes. Deliverables required: DWG floor plan PDF plan Ceiling heights and any bulkheads Door and window locations Columns or structural elements Visible plumbing and floor waste locations Electrical board location Existing equipment & exhaust hood locations Shopfront measurements and signage area Plans must be suitable for use by a designer and for approvals. Site details: Small retail tenancy Ground floor Located in Pyrmont Access is available: Weekdays: 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Goes above and beyond to deliver what you asked for and very quickly

Garage floor paint or epoxy coating - floor plan attached

$1,234

Corinda QLD, Australia

20th Feb 2026

Floor plan attached. Garage is empty. Need a quote for full garage floor paint/epoxy. Also need to divide the space using a timber screen so that we can use part for a car and the other part for kids to play.

Painting- please look at floor plans. I want all walls and ceiling

$2,000

Palm Beach QLD 4221, Australia

12th Feb 2026

It’s a 3bed 2 bath house.

Builder to price up renovation, redesign floor plan

$100

Dandenong North VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2026

I’m looking at purchasing an off market property that is currently a 2 bed, 1 bathroom. House requires a full renovation. Require estimates for feasibility for the renovations.

Julian was a great communicator. He had good knowledge and understanding of the job I wanted.

Replace a damage floor plank

$150

Baldivis WA, Australia

5th Feb 2026

I need assistance cutting and reinstalling damaged floor planks. I already have plenty of spare pieces available (approximately 15), covering the living room and kitchen areas. • No glue needed • Plank thickness: 4.5 mm • Adhesive used in existing floor: Mapei Ultrabond ECOFIX Looking for someone experienced with flooring repairs who can cut pieces to size and replace the damaged planks neatly.

AutoCAD, sketchup and revit recent crack versions to be installation

$100

St Albans VIC 3021, Australia

3rd Feb 2026

I need autocadd, sketchup and revit recent crack versions to be installed in my laptop

Need Microvellum training (AutoCAD cabinet software)

$50

Southport QLD 4215, Australia

2nd Feb 2026

I am an AutoCAD drafter with joinery experience. I need someone experienced in Microvellum to teach me the basics for cabinet drafting. I only need 3–4 sessions (2 hours each). I am on the Gold Coast and can do in person or online. 40 per hour

Measure each room to verify my floor plan Tweed South.

$100

Tweed Heads South NSW, Australia

27th Jan 2026

Description: Need someone to accurately measure all rooms and main areas to verify my existing floor plan. Task includes: • Measuring rooms, walls, doors and windows • Checking ceiling heights (if possible) • Providing clear measurements/photos You must be able to coordinate directly with the local real estate agent for access. Own measuring tools required (laser preferred).

Excellent. On time great communication and accurate work

Need new wood floor plank around new front door threshold. See photo

$100

Bondi Junction, New South Wales

23rd Jan 2026

Need new matching wood plank to be laid around new front door threshold

Repair a section of vinyl floor planking that has been damaged

$900

Burleigh Heads QLD, Australia

22nd Jan 2026

A section of the vinyl floor planking needs replacing due to water ingress. Spare planks available.

Install vinyl floor planks

$500

Newmarket QLD, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Hi! I need someone to install some vinyl floor planks on top of the tiling in this unit. It’s quite a small space- toilet, living and kitchen areas. I will purchase planks, all you need to do is do the proper install. Please tell me how much you’d like to charge as I frankly have no idea. Cheers!

Brodrick is an exceptional tradesperson and an excellent communicator. Would absolutely recommend him without hesitation!

Vinyl hybrid floor plank repair and reinstall

$600

Croydon Park NSW 2133, Australia

18th Jan 2026

Have damaged floor planks. Require floor to be repaired. Have spare flooring

Repair vinyl floor plank

$200

Port Kennedy, Western Australia

18th Jan 2026

A vinyl floor plank was damaged by my dog. I have the spare planks. 1-3 planks need to be replaced.

Laying vinyl floor planks

$2,000

Clontarf QLD, Australia

17th Jan 2026

If I purchase vinyl floor planks and have all tiles and carpet removed I am looking for someone to lay vinyl flooring. Also want skirting board removed and reinstalled. Three bedrooms, kitchen and living area. Approx 98m

Floor plans Drawings

$350

Kalamunda WA, Australia

7th Nov 2025

Drawings of a Floor plans of a 3 bedroom house - in Kalamunda

Easy to work with it

Draftsman

$50

Lilyfield NSW, Australia

27th Sep 2025

I require drawings prepared for a renovation of a terrace. It will be for pre DA purposes

Very helpful. Would recommend to others

Technical Drawing for Tool Blade Holder

$300

Sumner QLD, Australia

23rd Sep 2025

Technical drawings of blade holders for our shredder machine

Great work by Luiz, precise and fast