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Recent Handyman reviews in East Melbourne

Really happy with the work done by Neil on my door frames. My dog had chewed them up pretty bad and was expecting replace the whole frame. Great work mate.

Looking to repair x2 door frames

$250

Very friendly and clever!

Help mount my giant clock to the wall

$50

Great work Tristan

Weather seal a double door & 2 windows

$150

Thanks Dennis Awesome job

General Maintenance

$200

Quality work, thanks Leon.

Mirror installation

$80

Peter was prompt and professional. He did a very good job in resealing our shower where it was compromised by mould.

Replace the seal along the floor of shower screen and behind vanity.

$100

What's the average cost of a handyman in East Melbourne

$120 - $270

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$120

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$150

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$270

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Average reviews for Handyman Services in East Melbourne

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Airtasker has over 51 handymen in East Melbourne, with an average rating of 4.9 stars from 49 reviews. Get in touch with handymen such as Roshen M, Ka C, and Aidan L today to get a wide variety of Handyman jobs done.
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Recent Handyman tasks in East Melbourne

I want to install a wooden wall in a small open portion of my house

$1,300

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

7th Jun 2025

I want to install a wooden wall in a small open portion of the corridor at my property.

Minor house jobs, dog door instal & washing machine install

$290

East Melbourne, Victoria

5th Jun 2025

Minor Handyperson Tasks + Dog Door Install + Washing Machine Quote/Install 📍 Location: East Melbourne 📆 Timing: Works Completed: Tuesday 10 June (or earlier if possible - or ASAP, TBC) 🔧 Summary:Seeking reliable, experienced handyperson to complete home maintenance tasks + quote/install washing machine. I am tenant will be here for access. The property owner will review offers and pay via Airtasker. ✅ materials: supplied by you and reimbursed (preferred) – receipts required. 📸 I can provide further info tomorrow (Friday 6 June). 🧾 PLEASE NOTE Owner requires itemised invoice for tax purposes. ⸻ 🛠️ Tasks & Time Estimates: 1. Washing Machine Install (Downstairs Storeroom) Check plumbing/electrical setup (standard fittings assumed) Provide a quote for installation of a front-loader machine (to be purchased) ⏱️ Est. time: 30–45 mins inspection + 30–60 mins install (can be separate days) 2. Bathroom/Courtyard Door • 2A. Replace/repair damaged weather guard (currently impedes door use) • 2B. Repair or replace faulty lock/handle (stiff, jams, loose inside) • 2C. Install weatherproof, lockable dog door (I’ll supply or reimburse) ⏱️ Est. time: 60–90 mins total 3. Driveway Gate • Double gates stiff, doors hang unevenly – needs hinge alignment/oiling⏱️ Est. time: 30–50 mins 4. Kitchen Cupboard Hinge • One hinge loose, door misaligned – ⏱️ Est. time: 10–15 mins ⸻ 5. Kitchen Tap Leak Minor leak/spraying – likely needs new washer⏱️ Est. time: 15–30 mins ⸻ 6. Bedroom/Bathroom Door Handle • Handle loose/pulling out – needs secured or replaced⏱️ Est. time: 10–15 mins⸻ 🧾 Payment & Terms: • Materials: You supply; we reimburse on receipt • Invoice required: Itemised, for tax purposes (must be provided post-job) • Offers: If your price differs from the estimate, please explain your time/cost breakdown so the owner can compare 📸 Photos below – 🔧 Preference complete works Tuesday 10 June. ⸻

Roshen is 100/5 stars. Truly fantastic. Professional, respectful, competent, great communicator. And as a random perk - he HAS A VOICE AS SMOOTH AS CHOCOLATE MOUSSE 👌🏼🤩

Replace internal hollow door with a solid internal door

$900

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

3rd Jun 2025

Please replace 2 internal doors with solid doors and fixings to make the bedrooms sound proof

Replace dog door window. 460mm x 900 mm

$150

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Jun 2025

Replace window pane containing dog door with original glass

Install a panel heater on the wall

$5

East Melbourne, Victoria

22nd May 2025

Install a Nobo 2400W panel heater on the wall. Plug in only. Please give me a quote in the comments section.

Thank you, Mohammed, for installing the heater so beautifully — it was great working with you. I’d highly recommend you to anyone looking for quality, professional work!

Fix bed legs and towel rack

$180

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th May 2025

Repair 3 stripped screw holes on bed legs. One side of a towel rack needs fixing to the bathroom wall. (I suspect the whole is stripped or damaged as screwing the rack in place doesn't really do anything. It just keeps turning).

Got the job done on no time. Would recommend

I need help fixing my queen size bed. The centre beam falls loose

$100

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

13th May 2025

The centre beam is metal and it sits in two joist brackets. The beam is slightly too short and occasionally falls out if the bracket at either end, causing the mattress to slump. I’ve checked the rest of the bed frame and nothing appears to be loose. Mondays or fridays before midday are best for me.

Polite, punctual and good attention to detail

Install cabinet doors on integrated fridge

$200

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

10th May 2025

I have purchased a new integrated fridge to replace the old one, and need someone to attach and hang the cabinet doors. It is a fixed hinge and I have salvaged the old hinges. The fridge model is a euro appliances E276IFBM.

Ali is the best!!!!! He is super friendly, polite and professional. He is capable of doing a variety of handyman work and does so with a great attitude and respect for you and your home. Highly recommended, thank you Ali!!

Fix a lock in a shower

$80

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

5th May 2025

The lock doesn’t work and need to be fix

Repair hole in wall. Plasterboard, 10 X10 cm

$100

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2025

Repair hole caused by door knob hitting plaster wall

Quick and did a great job

Remove artwork boxes and rubbish from an interior design install.

$50

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2025

Remove artwork boxes and small amount of rubbish today!

Aidan was very responsive and punctual.

Wallpaper installation

$200

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2025

Looking for professional wallpaper installer who can help us with hanging three canvas wallpaper on the wall. It will include cutting and installing

Curtains/blinds hanging

$140

East Melbourne, Victoria

20th Mar 2025

I have: 1x Ikea blind that needs to be hung in window frame 1x curtain track and curtains that needs to be hung - approx 3m in length with 1 xcorner

Chandelier assembly

$100

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2025

We have 10 chandeliers that need to be assembled, looking for a professional who can finish it by this week. Instructions and videos will be provided

Reinstall roller blind and reconnect chain

$50

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

13th Jan 2025

Reinstall blind and reconnect chain

Remove an old extractor fan embedded in window glass (note 3rd floor)

$200

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

10th Jan 2025

We are keen to have this old extractor fan removed and clear piece of glass installed. Note we are in a 3rd floor apartment and outside access is not possible

Repair wall and tile kitchen

$1,200

East Melbourne, Victoria

6th Jan 2025

Repair walls/ceiling, tile kitchen (10cm tiles). See attached photos of significant repairs/pre tiling work needed

James was very friendly, accommodating and a skilled handyman. I would recommend him to a friend

Blind reset

$50

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

27th Dec 2024

A large blockout blind got unravelled. So it was removed by me. It’s 1800mm long and too large for one person to reinstate. I’ve a ladder. I think it needs a second person with a foot ladder for the blockout blind to reinstate. If you have a foot ladder it shouldn’t take more than 5 minutes.

It was bad as an experience. He texted me at 11.30pm the night before. He had no idea which I expected. All in all I wanted someone who knew what to do.

Pictures installed

$95

East Melbourne, Victoria

13th Dec 2024

Install on walls 6 pictures and 1 mirror

Samuel was very efficient and professional

Letterbox door replacement

$200

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

3rd Dec 2024

The flap of our letterbox has been pulled open and now bent. We believe the flap needs to be replaced

Recent General Maintenance tasks in East Melbourne

Small maintenance jobs

$200

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

19th Oct 2023

Add knobs to window Winders Wardrobe door knob Hang bath towel ring paper holder towel rail Few other minor things can’t recall but say 3 hours - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 23 October 2023

General home maintenance

$250

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Nov 2022

I need the following done: 1) wall mount 2 panel heaters (one in lounge-room and one in bedroom); 2) insert 4 hooks in the wall to hang paintings; and 3) the following in the bathroom - install 1 towel rail, 1 toilet roll holder, 2 robe hooks and replace shower taps. - Due date: Flexible

General Maintenance

$200

East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia

29th Mar 2022

Toilet door lock fixed Balcony door lock adjusted - Due date: Before Friday, 8 April 2022

Thanks Dennis Awesome job

Aircon maintenance split system

$150

Elwood VIC, Australia

1st Jan 2022

Need aircon maintenance done at a property in East Melbourne. Daikin UO error code. Refrigerant shortage. Model daikin faq71cvea. Looking for someone today please, there are children in the apartment and its 40.c