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Very good tradesperson
Replace Door Knob/Handle
$100
Very happy with this job! Super professional and friendly, and super quick. Would hire them again
Mount a clothesline on my balcony (brick)
$50
James went above and beyond to complete my task. Super punctual, a great job on the task and also just a lovely person. Thanks so much, so appreciated! :)
Please install lock on cabinet:)
$35
Andrew did a Great work
Fix broken wall
$150
Communicated well and great work
Easy shed install
$220
Rafi did a great job. Efficient and neat
Install baby safety gate
$50
What's the average cost of a handyman in Canberra
$110 - $250
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$110
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$160
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$250
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Great guy, great service. Highly recommended. Will be my first contact for house maintenance.
Handyman needed for house maintenance
$500
Great work
House maintenance
$250
Patrick did a great job on the various ones I requested, I would highly recommend him
Various maintenance works outside
$200
Baldeep arrived on time. Very polite, methodical and thorough. He left no mess whatsoever when cleaning off brushes, and handled my favourite shrub with great care when painting the fence behind it. Highly recommend him for painting. Did a great job
Assistance Outside Tasks / Maintenance
$250
Kevin was super friendly, did a great job and went above and beyond. Highly recommend him !
Assistance yard maintenance/household tasks
$275
Great with communication and planning requirements, and working out what was needed. Fantastic job, I am very happy with the results. Thanks!
Home Maintenance
$240
What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Canberra
$140 - $362
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$140
median
$214
high
$362
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based on 30 reviews
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Handyman service - general handyman
Start chipping away at that growing list of odd jobs around the house. By hiring a general labour handyman or a small jobs handyman near you, you can get several things done expertly and efficiently. Request your Tasker to help you with tasks like pulling up carpets, replacing light bulbs, or hanging shelves so you can focus on finishing work, running your business, or taking care of your kids.
Handyman service - indoor installations and repairs
Whether you need assistance with installing newly bought homeware or fixing old ones to avoid purchasing replacements, you can hire a handyman to cover for you. Have them work on installing curtain rods and blinds, fitting the kitchen sink, setting up pet doors, and even wallpapering. If a home security system is what you need installed, you can book a separate service to make this happen.
A handyman can also help with soundproofing a room. If you're wondering about soundproofing cost, pricing varies based on materials, room size, and labour—get a quote to find the best option for your budget.
Handyman service - outdoor installations and repairs
Your outdoor setup tends to take a beating, from heavy rains or the messy aftermath of kids playing. Keep your backyard in top shape by getting outdoor items fixed up right. Find a handyman near you who can tackle tasks like setting up your shed foundation, patching up windows, getting your mower back in action, building a garden shed within your budget, and installing some outdoor blinds.
Need extra privacy? You can also have a handyman screen on your porch to create a more secluded and comfortable outdoor space.
Handyman service - bricklaying and building work
If you’re in need of basic home construction, go for handyman services provided by Taskers with ample bricklaying and building experience. These experts can help you build garden walls, repair loose brickwork, install MDF, or even construct a chicken coop. To maintain these areas, you can also hire Taskers to perform gardening work or brick cleaning as needed.
Handyman service - wall hanging
Want to free up space by mounting your TV or bicycle on the wall? Get a handyman for any wall hanging needs to ensure your furnishings are level and fitted securely. From picture frames and mirrors to heavier electrical items like dryers, count on your Tasker to do a thorough job. Need help with your cable TV wiring? You can also book a service for this on Airtasker.
Handyman service - furniture repair
When booking a repairman for furniture fixes, be specific about the item that needs fixing to make sure you hire the right people. For example, handymen with carpentry experience may be suitable if you’re looking to have your wooden coffee table, wardrobe, or sofa bed repaired. On the other hand, hire a tradie with electrical experience for fixing ceiling fans or digital fitness equipment.
Handyman service - home maintenance
Keeping your home in top-notch condition is a breeze when you have access to regular home maintenance services near you. A local handyman can help with cleaning the gutter, pressure-washing driveways and paths, resealing windows and doors, and working on minor roof repairs. Regular home maintenance can prevent small issues from turning into costly problems, keeping your place looking schmick and running smoothly.
Recent Handyman tasks in Canberra
Door jambs and installation in Gungahlin
$10
Gungahlin ACT, Australia
12th Apr 2026
Looking to install door jambs and doors
Install curtain rod
$50
Franklin ACT 2913, Australia
12th Apr 2026
Need to install curtain rods for two windows. It requires professional drilling skill.
Carpenter install Doors
$10
Gungahlin ACT, Australia
12th Apr 2026
I need a qualified carpenter to install 4 normal doors plus two sliding doors for bathrooms. We need someone who can install the door jambs now and after sheeting to put the architrave and doors.
Install door lock / handle
$55
Hawker ACT, Australia
12th Apr 2026
Install new sliding door handle / lock
Sliding door needs wheels fixed
$50
Belconnen ACT 2617, Australia
12th Apr 2026
Sliding door one side wheels are missing, it does not slide. Looking for someone to put the wheels in and fix it today. Need it done today no other dates will be acceptable.
Dry wall repair-photo attached with hand for size reference
$45
Canberra ACT 2912, Australia
12th Apr 2026
A small hole in the dry wall needs a repair. Photo with hand for size reference. Supplies need to be provided.
Remove stuck blinds and put up curtains
$200
Kingston Foreshore ACT, Australia
12th Apr 2026
I have the curtains and brackets they need to be drilled into Metal but have some pressure rails on the way in case impossible I can’t seem to get these brackets off
Repair moulded garage ceiling and replace plaster
$300
Watson ACT, Australia
11th Apr 2026
Water damage in garage ceiling has caused some mould to grow. The affected area (500mm by 500mm approx) needs to be cut out and replaced and the cavity sprayed for remaining mould.
Handyman required
$100
Lyneham, Australian Capital Territory
8th Apr 2026
I require someone to move an old electric panel wall heater to another room (see pic of wall heater) and affix a new larger panel wall heater to the old room. The walls are very tough gyprock (it's an old house built in the 1960s. There are existing wall brackets in the old room - hopefully they don't require alteration to accommodate the new heater.
Robbie did a great job with mounting my panel heaters. Would hire him again.
Fix bathroom door. top hinge loose screw holes too big for screws.
$150
Mawson ACT 2607, Australia
8th Apr 2026
You'll need to find a solution to allow the screws to reattach.
He is very proficient, reliable and punctual.
I need a professional to put back my roller blinds into place.
$70
Dickson ACT 2602, Australia
3rd Apr 2026
Roller blinds in the spare room, fell tonight and I'd like someone to put the blinds back in its place. You will need a ladder. The last person I got to come and do this for me, did a dodgy job and the blinds chain were actually stuck so I will need you took look at that for me as well. I found out after he had long left and there were dirty finger prints on the blinds so please ensure you have clean hands before doing the fixtures. Thank you.
Jeff went above and beyond to reinstall my blinds for me. I'm extremely grateful for Jeff's efforts. Being clueless to these sprt of things, I was really thankful that Jeff took on this task and even replaced the old blind chains for me and now it rolls incredibly smooth!! Thank you so much Jeff!! Would highly recommend!! 🌟 10/10!
Replace new tap, install wall shelves
$250
Acton ACT, Australia
1st Apr 2026
Replace old tap with new tap( provided). Install 3 wall shelves on a plaster wall.
We are happy with his work. Will book him again. Thank you
Replace my ceiling fan switch
$80
Theodore ACT, Australia
28th Mar 2026
I need my ceiling fan switch replaced, you will need to provide everything to get it done. $80 cash plus cost of materials (switch panel) One photo is of the panel that needs replacing and the other is an example of one from another room.
John was the first to respond to the task, was early and had the job done in no time.
Fix this……
$50
Kingston Foreshore ACT, Australia
27th Mar 2026
It’s the thing that’s in your bathroom and it’s hanging down and maybe it can just be pushed back up but I don’t have a letter. I don’t really know. Be nice but do not fall down. I also am worried about the fans in the bathroom being full of dust, but that’s a whole issue and also concerned about my whole Aircon and fans needing a full clean out.
Very helpful thank you
Handy man needed
$250
Page ACT, Australia
26th Mar 2026
Handy man needed to: - Fix 1 broken tile, tiles provided by me - Patch few walls and door - Paint provided by me for walls. - Fix sliding door of wardrobe. Thanks
Very good service. Well done brother
To fix holes in wall/ceiling
$80
Canberra ACT 2912, Australia
23rd Mar 2026
Fixing of holes in walls and ceiling and small coat of paint over it. Should not take more than an hours fixing these tiny holes.
Dave is the best man for your plastering needs. Very kind man and skilful. Highly recommended.
Hang artwork / clock
$100
Deakin ACT 2600, Australia
21st Mar 2026
Need to guarantee a picture perfect outcome - 3 paintings - one large canvas, one framed print, one small print and one small clock.
Daisy was super fast and efficient - came with all the tools needed and hung the pictures with precision
Patch Gyprock gaps and holes
$250
Throsby ACT, Australia
18th Mar 2026
Patch 3 x ceiling gaps near ac grilles 1 x wall hole patch
Dave was prompt and has great workmanship
Garage repair
$150
Taylor ACT, Australia
17th Mar 2026
Sliding garage bend from bottom
Very good completing this job Would recommend
Install door and dog door
$250
Florey ACT, Australia
15th Mar 2026
Install a dog door and door I have the door and the dog door. I need the current back door taken off, the dog door installed in a new door and hung. Take door knob and lock off the old door and put onto new one
Very skilled carpenter and very easy to deal with
Recent General Maintenance tasks in Canberra
Maintenance of gas hot water service.
$500
Nicholls ACT, Australia
10th Apr 2026
I’m seeking a quote from a licensed, registered and insured gas Plumber (in the ACT) to supply and install parts to my gas hot water service as shown in the attached photo.
Aircon maintenance
$50
Oxley ACT, Australia
6th Feb 2026
Ducted aircon maintenance checks
Trimming native shrubs/trees in the backyard, annual maintenance.
$50
Bonner ACT 2914, Australia
4th Feb 2026
We need a few native shrubs/trees that need trimming. We are also looking for annual maintenance of garden. Type of gardening: Lawn mowing, Hedge trimming, Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Josh was super quick to responding to queries. He did a fabulous job in trimming our natives. Very professional in his work and a friendly person. Would definitely recommend Josh.
Need regular maintenance of a 16kW Daikin ducted aircon system.
$150
Macgregor ACT, Australia
27th Jan 2026
Need someone to do regular aircon yearly maintenance for a 16kW ducted aircon system. The last maintenance was done in January 2026. Currently has no issues but just require annual check to keep warranty intact.
Air conditioning maintenance
$300
Amaroo ACT 2914, Australia
21st Jan 2026
Service of 2 units air conditioning
Handyman work - Desk Adjustment and Maintenance
$400
Deakin ACT, Australia
16th Jan 2026
I have a desk which is used for reception which needs maintenace and adjusting. The desk is currently attached to the wall, i would like it moving forward to be positioned in front of the plug socket (see image). I would then like the desk to be extended to make it larger, please see image attached for reference. I believe this will require a handyman or someone with access to tools. I am very much open to offers, please let mw know if you can help.
End of lease cleaning and maintenance
$2,000
Braddon ACT, Australia
29th Dec 2025
- Cut out silicone behind kitchen sink and reapply. - Cut out silicone around bath and re apply. Apply silicone between tiles in front of bath. - Prep and repaint wall under a/c unit. - Clean balcony and remove white stains off tiles. - Scrape swollen window sill in bedroom, patch, sand and repaint. - Apply gap filler between skirting and walls in bedroom, living room, near front door and in cupboard near front door. Paint skirting in cupboard to tidy up. - Touch up chips on corner of wall near fridge space. - Sand bottom kitchen cupboards, drawers and behind and re-apply stain. - Sand vanity cupboard and re apply stain. - Patch mark on ceiling above kitchen bench, sand and touch up paint. - Install cover to dome light at entry. - Clean ceiling in laundry and toilet. - Re-install blind to door in bedroom. Type of clean: End of lease Number of bedrooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide
Excellent will use again
Air Conditioner Diagnostic + Maintenance – Mitsubishi - in Forrest
$10
Forrest ACT, Australia
25th Nov 2025
Hi, I need a diagnostic and maintenance for a Mitsubishi air conditioner (model PUH6YK2) at a residential property in Forrest, ACT 2603. The unit blows air but does not cool properly. The area is 148 m² (approx. 448 m³). There are 3 outdoor units with a total of 6 fans. The task includes: Full inspection of indoor and outdoor units Cleaning filters and coils Checking refrigerant levels and topping up if needed Repair if any minor issues are found Please provide: Your availability Call-out fee Estimated cost for maintenance and refrigerant check Let me know if you need photos or more information. Thanks!
Sharp split air-conditioner maintenance
$150
Casey ACT 2913, Australia
1st Nov 2025
Need gernal maintenance done for sharp split Air-conditioner. Should have all the necessary licenses to carry out the work.
Very professional, easy to deal with and great work.
Small repairs on household maintenance
$120
Griffith ACT 2603, Australia
24th Oct 2025
I need a few small repairs done in the house. It should be simple jobs for someone handy. 1. Broken fly screen 2. Cloth line screws missing/broken. I tried to install it but the hole didn’t fit? 3. Door lock screws missing/broken I can pay extra for the material per receipt if any replacement is needed.
I can’t be happier with Jamal’s job. He is punctual, efficient and very professional. He gets all repairs done for me quickly. Perfect results for all of them. I will definitely recommend him to anyone!
Maintenance
$100
Scullin ACT, Australia
22nd Oct 2025
My door know is stuck and need to change some door knob
Small Painting Job - Pergola Maintenance
$500
Campbell ACT 2612, Australia
11th Oct 2025
Maintenance Painting of Pergola. A light sand and prep work will be required where needed.
Handyman jobs, cladding, window repairs, general maintenance
$1,500
Monash ACT 2904, Australia
28th Jul 2025
I have several handyman jobs that need doing to get my house on the market. I have some cladding to be finished, some repairs to a deck and some puttying of windows and a couple of other things. Price is negotiable
COBRA noodle cooker maintenance
$80
Gungahlin ACT, Australia
8th Jun 2025
Nozzle sprays fire when turning strong fire, heating function stops then.
Home maintenance
$120
Richardson ACT, Australia
3rd Jun 2025
Hammer in and attach stakes to new garden edging Plane off wooden storage door to fit frame Attach 2x brackets to brick wall
Great airtasker ! Punctual and great communication throughout the process. Nothing was too difficult and even tidied up when finished . Would highly recommend
Maintenance -loose door lock, broken fly screen, outdoor lights, etc
$300
Monash ACT 2904, Australia
26th May 2025
One door lock is loose and the fly screen needs to be replaced. Another door and some cabinet doors need adjustment to make it close properly. 1 skylight needs to clean dust inside. One small anti-bird shed attached to pergola needs to be removed and paint the cut end.There are 2 broken wood grip for climbing roses to be fixed. Please see attached photos. I have no idea of how much it will cost. So I will just put down a random price here. The final price will be according to the accepted quotes.
Glass door maintenance
$10
City ACT 2601, Australia
19th May 2025
Have a glass door that has issues with the hinge. Will also need to install a new door handle and probably fix the lock too
Ducted Aircon Maintenance
$100
Coombs ACT 2611, Australia
18th May 2025
DUCTED MAINTENANCE https://www.seanmas.com.au/ducted-system
Whirlpool washing machine maintenance/repair
$100
Aranda ACT 2614, Australia
15th May 2025
Our whirlpool washing machine is stopping mid-cycle. The filter is clean and the pump was replaced around 1 year ago.
Carry out maintenance and repairs to a garden irrigation system.
$350
Griffith ACT, Australia
11th May 2025
I have an irrigation system that runs off two taps. One in the front yard and one in the backyard. The system in backyard has six stations running from an old upright garden tap. The line splits into six lines and solenoids. The manifold line is split and needs replacing. I would like to take the opportunity to reconfigure the inlet, removing the tap and creating a better manifold connection. It is currently very difficult to conduct maintenance like solenoid replacement, etc. The system runs off an automatic wi-fi timer that works very well.
Terrific tradesman.









