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Very satisfied with Michael’s work, communication and overall experience!

Drafting plans for building permit for a front fence and a pool fence

$300

Very quick to make contact after assigning the job. Easy to deal with

Draftsman/ architect needed

$600

Fantastic Communication. Great result. Pleasant and professional. Highly recommended.

I need drafting

$1,000

It was great working with Brett, fast, professional and clear, constant communication. Will definitely work with him again on any project in the future. Thanks again Brett.

Draft council plans

$200

Hassan did a great job and always communicated every step of the way to complete the project

Draft up plans to knock down 2 structural walls and move sliding door

$900

Daniel and Ravi were good to work with. Communication was great - any queries were dealt with efficiently. I would recommend them for any similar work.

I need drafting

$500

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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

Drawings via draftsman for extension

$350

Frankston South VIC, Australia

2nd Jul 2025

We have a Lower extension of our house, underneath the existing upstairs, so no roof needed, but 3 other walls to be added to create a bedroom with windows and doors leading outside. Require a draftsman/ draftswomen to draw up the plans.

Draftsman for Verandah

$300

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

1st Jul 2025

I need Surveyor and draftsman for getting permit for installing 4m x 4 m pre build Verandah

Draft sealing of door

$200

Croydon NSW, Australia

30th Jun 2025

Need to put seals to front and back door to reduce draft

Drafting Granny flat

$5

Logan Reserve QLD, Australia

28th Jun 2025

Need a Draft man to draw a two bedroom Granny flat

Door Fixes, Mirror Install & Draft Protection

$220

Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

20th Jun 2025

Looking for a reliable handyman to complete the following at our clinic: - Fix framing of entrance door (currently scratching the ground) - Replace door closer so it closes smoothly - Install 2x medium mirrors - Install draft protection for reception door – install a srew-in bottom draft protector

He did a great job! Would definitely work with him again

Council and builder draftsman plans for a new dormer roof

$5

East Fremantle WA 6158, Australia

16th Jun 2025

Hi I need a new roof designed. I need plans and a survey to submit to council and to use for quotes. I need a whole new roof with a different height pitch to give more attic space. I also would like the new roof to cover the Alfresco area which the current roof doesn’t. We currently have tile, I’d prefer a corrugated roof for the new one. I’m looking for the plans to be drawn up and the roof designed. I want three sets of drawings 1. A simple new roof plan for a 36 degree pitch and gable walls. 2. The same but with add ons that mean I can convert it in the future if I have more resources later on. The add ons are I’d it to have natural light through whatever the council will allow like gable windows and deluxe or a dormer window. Plumbing brought up to the middle front and rear of the roof space so a bathroom and art sink could be added later. 3. The same as no.2 but with a stairs included. One possible place is in the store room space. The interior wall to the garage may need to be moved to allow for the space needed for stairs. Thanks.

Seeking Experienced Draftsperson for Site Plan

$150

Hawthorndene SA, Australia

13th Jun 2025

We’re looking for someone with experience in drafting or a similar field to create a site plan for a shed/office we’re planning to build in our backyard. We have the shed dimensions ready and are currently completing a retaining wall that will need to be included in the drawing. All necessary information will be provided — we just need someone who knows what they’re doing to prepare a professional plan suitable for council approval.

Draft person with engineering experience

$300

Floreat WA, Australia

12th Jun 2025

I am renovating a house, and need some designs drawn that include removing a lot of internal walls, so I need someone with experience in this field, to make sure my drawings can become a reality

Quick Structural Draft Needed – Concept Only

$300

Ringwood VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2025

I’m looking to hire someone to provide a draft drawing for a potential renovation. The current opening is 3.5 meters, and I’d like to extend it to 4.8 meters. The beam will support the load of a single-story roof as well as a ceiling load, and it will connect with two additional beams. This is purely for conceptual and planning purposes, just to get an idea of the beam size and feasibility. The height of ceiling is 2.4meter There’s no commitment beyond this draft, and I’d ideally like to get it as soon as possible, even today if someone is available!

Draftsman fence mock up for council application

$200

Newport VIC, Australia

10th Jun 2025

We are applying for a permit with the council to get a front fence installed. We have a heritage overlay properly so council approval is required. Our original application was declined and noted that we require: 1. A site plan showing the location of the current boundary fence and the location of any proposed boundary fences, including front fences. 2. A revised 1:50 elevation of the proposed front fence, showing: A) Dimensions, including posts, pickets and spacing between the pickets; and B) The proposed colour and finish. We have quotes from some fence companies we can share to support with this mock up for the council. Please advise if you need more detail.

Help with my range hood backdraft

$50

Rose Bay NSW, Australia

8th Jun 2025

Our rangehood has a downdraft when it is windy.

Drafting - small shed on house block

$350

Rochester VIC 3561, Australia

6th Jun 2025

We are getting a shed built & need to draft up the; Site plan Orientation of the roads etc. Location of the shed. Elevations - it’s just a colourbond shed. How the drainage is going to work ( we are going to use tanks and aggy drains) Document the footings as per engineering - being just add the back sheet with the footing detail Document the shed design - copy over the shed companies information on how the framing goes together. - Shed size is 13 x 8 - google maps shows the current buildings on site - footing detail is from engineer - all details on shed from shed company - drainage - is very simple - two down pipes 100mm storm water 12m out from building & into drainage in paddock - water photos of site (8 x 13 connected to old shed) - photos of frames and footings of another shed that’s the same, being built in portals of 5m bays. Very easy! (We don’t have any current plans for site, so to work out current building will have to use google maps)

Draftsman for building plans

$2,000

Como WA, Australia

5th Jun 2025

Plans for an outside room and lean to on the side of the garage. Plans to be fit for council approval and for construction

Replace draft stopper on windows

$200

Clovelly NSW 2031, Australia

31st May 2025

Old apartment, require someone who knows windows to replace draft stoppers in a couple of windows to improve insulation. There is a bit of light corrosion so it’s been a bit tricky for me to remove the old glue and re fit properly feel like someone with the right tools will be able to get it sorted. Two windows, about 800x1200 each. If I can also get someone who knows how to improve insulation given how thin the glass is, and can clean the channels and frames while they’re at it, I’ll pay additional. In addition to that, if you can knock up fly screens for then, feel free to include. Thanks Thanks in advance

Looking for qualified drafter for renovation of house

$1,000

Upper Coomera QLD 4209, Australia

28th May 2025

Looking for qualified drafter for renovation of home to generate plan

Need a draftsman to get me the council permits

$5

Parkdale VIC, Australia

28th May 2025

Hi, need a licensed draftsman\architect to design the plans for the below: 1. Renovate current bathroom (wall to be removed between the powder room and bathroom) 2. Add an ensuite to the master bedroom (wall needs to be removed between 2 rooms to accomodate the bathroom) 3. Remove the entire wall or just a piece of the wall between the living room and kitchen to make it open plan. At this moment, I am after a fee proposal and we can take this up further.

Install Backdraft Damper in Bathroom Exhaust

$150

Warradale SA, Australia

24th May 2025

I think I want a backdraft damper installed in the ceiling duct of a bathroom exhaust fan. The current fan lets cold air in overnight and I want to reduce draughts. For reference here's a photo of the existing fan with the cover removed. If I'm not on the right path here I'm open to advice too.

On time, friendly, helpful - very happy customer

Put a small set of craft draft drawers together

$80

Wynnum West QLD 4178, Australia

6th May 2025

Small set of 5 drawers. I have all the parts and screws, bolts etc. Wanting it put together today. It's a small set - height is only 64 cm high. Simple straightforward task. Price is firm.

Leo was so efficient! He got the task done very quickly and did it perfectly. I highly recommend him.

Drafting a front boundary wall with letterbox

$5

Stirling WA 6021, Australia

16th Feb 2025

Drafting plans for a front fence and letterbox. I have a rough design i did in fusion 360 and i have the original building plans, just needs to be done up so i can submit a building permit application The pillar/pier height is 1.3m and the top of the solid wall height is 0.75m

Friendly and easy to work with, also reasonable priced :)

Need a drafter to draft up plans for a garage renovation

$300

Dakabin QLD, Australia

2nd Feb 2025

We are wanting to convert our double garage into 2 bedrooms, study nook and a walk in pantry. We need the plans drafted for the builder to work off.

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