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"Ian was amazing to work with. Very responsive, communication was great and his work was top quality. Looking forward to ..."
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"Sol was on time and did a great job removing old bathroom mirrors and installing new cabinets. "
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"100 would recommend and also have back for other jobs. Went above and beyond "
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"Archie has been great to communicate with. Polite, efficient, would use again. "
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I wish id met Colin at the beginning of this project. Great communicator, understood exactly what I wanted. His skill across the board is amazing. I will always be using Colin in the future for any handywork I need. Do not pass on Colin. Thank you for a great job.
Handy Man - 1 day labor - Tiling, 2 new doors, bits pieces
$400
Very friendly and accomodating on short notice
One flyscreen frame made and screen fitted
$100
Jim is a professional handyman. He came on time.and completed the tasks as he promised and he was very thorough. A pleasant personality to deal with. I would definitely use him again!
Handyman needed
$10
Great work! Fixed in minutes.
Fix drawers
$100
Job turned out bigger than expected but Jim completed the project without any bother or complaints and I have a well finished kitchen island. Highly recommend his services
Build kaboodle kitchen island
$300
Garth was fantastic! He communicated well and his price was competitive, and he arrived when he said he would. He fixed a broken fence and did a great job. Thanks again Garth!
Refix two fence panels
$100
What's the average cost of a handyman in Illawarra
$130 - $350
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$130
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$220
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$350
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"Sol was on time and did a great job removing old bathroom mirrors and installing new cabinets. "
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"Done perfectly. Very friendly service and arrived on time . Excellent "
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"Ricky is very experience technician he has in-depth knowledge of appliances He fixed my Miele washing machine and dryer ..."
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"Professional, efficient and very friendly. Would use again and recommend to others. "
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"Very experienced and efficient with trampoline dissemble and assemble. "
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Exceptional work, great attention to detail
Home maintenance
$900
Amazing work as always
Home maintenance
$450
Always a helpful hand
Home maintenance
$770
did the jobs well, would use them again
General maintenance
$100
There’s a reason I keep using him, he’s the best.
Home Maintenance
$400
Pleasure as always.
Home maintenance
$770
What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Illawarra
$175 - $770
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Curtain Rod Installation
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Here's a list of some handyman services you might find useful:
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 Illawarra
Install retractable baby gate (300cm)
$50
Shell Cove NSW 2529, Australia
1st Aug 2026
We need someone to install this bopped retractable baby gate in front of our TV and bookcase ASAP. Photos attached of the space, the gate and the instructions.
I need someone who is able to hang a wooden pendulum clock on a wall
$80
Dapto NSW 2530, Australia
31st Jul 2026
I need a heavy wooden pendulum clock hung on a wall. The wall is normal plaster so you might need to locate a wall stud. Thanks
Phillip was very professional, friendly and did a great job.
Repair hole in wall
$200
Figtree NSW 2525, Australia
29th Jul 2026
Need patching and repairing of hole in wall.
Absolute legend. So professional.
Door hanging and fixing
$500
Mount Warrigal NSW 2528, Australia
29th Jul 2026
Renovating a 70s house and need to replace two internal doors to bedrooms (we have handles) and fix two others that have expanded.
Supply hang 2 internal doors and adjust a couple of others.
$500
Mount Warrigal NSW 2528, Australia
29th Jul 2026
Our son is renovating an old house (70s) and needs to replace two internal bedroom doors. At least two others have expanded or warped to need work. If someone has expertise and availability, let us know.
Gyprock Setting and sanding
$400
Dapto NSW, Australia
29th Jul 2026
Gyprock Setting & Sanding – 3 Bedrooms + Hallway Looking for an experienced gyprock setter/sander to complete the setting and sanding on a home renovation in Dapto. Job details: - Gyprock will already be installed - Set and sand all joints - 3 bedrooms and a hallway - 2.7 m ceilings - Standard 90 mm cornice Should be ready the week beginning 10th August. Please provide your quote, availability, and let me know about your experience with similar jobs. Looking for someone who takes pride in their work and can leave a paint-ready finish. Thanks!
Repair 40cm x 50cm hole in wall
$300
Woonona NSW 2517, Australia
28th Jul 2026
40cm x 50cm hole in gyprock wall no painting required
Install Multi-Gym with Leg Press Machine
$500
Shell Cove NSW 2529, Australia
27th Jul 2026
Install Multi-Gym with Leg Press Machine in below link. The machine is being delivered to the location at 7am in the morning. Thank you. https://dynamofitness.com.au/products/reeplex-maverick-multi-gym-with-leg-press-machine?_pos=1&_psq=Maverick&_psid=380a245d6&_ss=e
Ian was amazing to work with. Very responsive, communication was great and his work was top quality. Looking forward to working with Ian again. Thanks Ian.
Sliding door repair
$500
South Coast NSW Upper NSW 2533, Australia
16th Jul 2026
Aliminium Glass Sliding Door - no longer glides/slides and is rocked back n forth till there is enough room to fit thru - Please contact me I also have a video if needed..
Great Comminication, I was not onsite myself but family are very happy with work done.. eould highly recommend
Install new back door and dog door
$200
Berkeley NSW 2506, Australia
15th Jul 2026
We have a new external door from Bunnings we need to have installed. Recess hinges, install door lock assembly and cut out rectangle for dog door, must be skilled and have tools
100 would recommend and also have back for other jobs. Went above and beyond
Fireplace Installation
$500
Austinmer NSW 2515, Australia
9th Jul 2026
Install a small fireplace. We have the fireplace and hearth here ready to go. We need the flue installed and cut in through the ceiling and roof. I purchased the phalange to help seal the external flue cut. We have an angled roof. It is to be installed on the smaller side of the angle
Phillip did an outstanding job installing our fireplace, working through several complex challenges with skill and professionalism. He was reliable, knowledgeable, and took great care to ensure everything was completed to a high standard. I wouldn’t hesitate to use him again and highly recommend his services.
General handyman
$250
Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia
21st Jun 2026
General handyman helping with tasks such as: Sanding Gyprock Looking for 4 hours work Painting
Excellent service. Great guy with a can do attitude. Would highly recommend and use him again.
Install timber bracing behind gyprock wall & install tv bracket
$200
Fairy Meadow NSW 2519, Australia
19th Jun 2026
Cut open existing plasterboard wall and install some plywood or timber bracing to take the weight of the tv. Reinstate Gyprock and install tv bracket above fireplace
James was excellent, did an incredibly neat & professional job. Highly recommended.
General Handyman
$110
Wollongong NSW, Australia
14th Jun 2026
General simple handyman duties required for 2.5 Duties could include: Sanding Patching up Re attaching doors.
Josh was amazing! Did a rendering job to perfection. Would absolutely recommend and use in the future.
Handyman odd jobs: fix plaster, paint patches etc
$300
Mount Saint Thomas NSW, Australia
23rd May 2026
Hello! We have a few odd jobs around the house including patching up holes in the wall (where aircon unit used to be) patch up paint, paint a small wall in the kitchen
Manzoor and his friend did a brilliant job at plastering and fixing up a few things around the house. Highly recommend
Install internal solid door
$500
Thirroul NSW, Australia
15th May 2026
I need someone in the next hour to install an internal door for a bathroom. All equipment on site. Just need tools and being able to do the job
Great job. Highly recommend
Put my gym equipment together, my assault bike and ski erg machines
$100
Berkeley NSW, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Brand new machines needing to be put together still inside their boxes
Quality all round, too good Phill
Help me setup my home gym
$225
North Wollongong NSW, Australia
18th Apr 2026
Looking for someone to help me setup my REP Ares 2.0 Functional Trainer System and Force USA Original Leg Press Hack Squat. - Manuals/instructions available - Will need to bring your own tools - To be installed in an apartment underground car park garage - Must have installation experience with cable machine/routing for pulley system
Rajat was a pleasure to work with and he executed on the task to setup my home gym flawlessly.
Hang heavy mirror, reinstall curtain rod & install shelf
$230
North Wollongong NSW, Australia
26th Mar 2026
Looking for an experienced handyman to help with a few wall mounting tasks in my apartment: 1. Install curtain rod - Curtain rod fell down (kitten-related incident) - I have the correct brackets/fittings, just need proper installation into wall 2. Mount 1x large mirror (approx 120x90cm) - Currently leaning on the floor and needs to be securely mounted to wall - Frameless, so have experience with mounting heavy mirrors please 3. Install 1x floating shelf in living area - Lightweight from bunnings Notes: - Apartment walls (likely p concrete) please bring tools and masonry plugs) - Must bring drill, I have a level but feel free to bring one - Looking for a clean, secure and safe install (i’ve had a mirror fall before and it’s not pretty) Photos attached for reference. Ideally Friday day time or Saturday morning, can be flexible
Really helpful and easy to work with!
Tradie needed door off rollers and curtain rods put in
$150
Coniston NSW, Australia
19th Mar 2026
Tradie needed door off rollers and curtain rods put in. I have re done both myself but pretty shit job and kinda dodgy. Looking for someone to execute these properly.
Great work from Scott! Did exactly what we needed! Cheers
Recent General Maintenance tasks in Illawarra
Home maintenance
$990
Wollongong, New South Wales
22nd Jul 2026
Task between Chris and Sol as discussed
Amazing work completely gets the job done
General maintenance
$120
Wollongong NSW, Australia
12th Mar 2026
General maintenance, photo examples
Toyota Tarago 2003 Basic Mechanical Maintenance
$300
Wollongong, New South Wales
1st Mar 2026
Basic major service: -oil change -fuel filter -air filter -cabin filter -spark plugs Please send me a quote for a basic major service. I also have a few other basic repairs that I might get done depending on cost. If you’re interested please also provide me with a second quote for: - fix the engine oil leak from tappet cover gasket. -fix the front crank seal and right inner axle seal on gearbox. -after the oil leaks are repaired I would like a simple engine wash so it doesn’t smell of old burnt oil I would like to know the cost of Labor + cost of parts as 2 separate items. That way I can decide whether I want to go out and buy the parts or if I prefer to just have you handle it all. Thanks for looking!
Gutter maintenance and gutter guard installs
$10
Flinders NSW 2529, Australia
26th Feb 2026
Gutter guard installations
Oval springfree maintenance
$360
Shellharbour NSW 2529, Australia
11th Feb 2026
Remove old and assemble new spring free trampoline mat and net basketball accessories
Home Maintenance
$400
Wollongong, New South Wales
29th Jan 2026
Pool gates Gate alignments x 2 Robe hooks x 2 Kitchen touch ups
There’s a reason I keep using him, he’s the best.
Need a electrician to help with various jobs for property maintenance
$50
Wollongong NSW, Australia
21st Jan 2026
Need a electrician to help with various jobs for property maintenance Hourly rate or quote per job Parts supplied New ceiling installed need eight downlights and one fan installed previously there was four lights in the area. Need done late next week. Photos are of the old roof to show you where the lights a were
Replace a tile and maintenance to area
$150
Towradgi NSW, Australia
16th Dec 2025
Remove broken tile and cut / replace with new tile (supplied) And mortar grout etc
Washing machine leak maintenance
$120
Stanwell Park NSW 2508, Australia
4th Dec 2025
My washing machine is leaking suddenly and I do t know why and don’t have the know how to sort it.
Handyman for Multiple Maintenance & Safety Repairs
$250
Towradgi NSW, Australia
12th Nov 2025
Task Description: We require a reliable handyman to attend to multiple maintenance and safety issues in our property. Please see the list of tasks below that need to be completed as soon as possible. Tasks to Complete: - Fix lights in half the living space that are not working. - Repair back door access step which is broken and unsafe to use. - Unlock bedroom window that is currently locked shut with no available key. - Tighten or replace loose door handles, with the master bedroom door being the most urgent. - Secure or replace the outdoor table which is rickety and unstable. - Repair or replace the kitchen window screen which is ripped. - Reattach bathroom tiles coming away from the wall near the sink. - Clean or replace floor grouting stained with mildew. - Repair or replace the broken living room main blind which is currently unusable. Additional Information: We are looking for someone who can handle all of these tasks in one visit. Please let us know your earliest available completion slot.
Fish tank maintenance
$250
Unanderra NSW 2526, Australia
20th Apr 2025
Large 250 L tank with two large tiger oscar fish. Tropical water system. Water always seems to be murky. Need help cleaning and figuring out a better filtration system to prevent the water constantly returning back to this state the day after being cleaned.
Deck maintenance and new clothesline installation
$500
Flinders NSW 2529, Australia
26th Feb 2025
Back deck needs treatment/maintenance and clothesline rusting and coming apart. Installation of new clothesline is needed.
Tree Maintenance
$2,500
Kiama NSW 2533, Australia
23rd Dec 2024
Tree lopping and branch maintenance. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
General maintenance
$100
Warilla NSW, Australia
25th Nov 2024
Like to replace window winders impacted by salt Possibly replace door handles and drawer handles
did the jobs well, would use them again
Home maintenance work
$100
Kembla Grange NSW, Australia
15th Nov 2023
Below needs to be done: A. Install a roller blind on a 2170 by 600mm window (can just screw on the timber frame) B. Replace a drainage pipe cover C. Replace rotted timber post to the ground All above can be purchased from Bunnings at Kembla grange or other Bunnings. And they’ll be reimbursed upon proving receipts. - Due date: Flexible
Kiama Heights - Minor Maintenance work
$270
Kiama Heights NSW, Australia
15th Dec 2022
Hello all! Need help in addressing minor maintenance issues: -fix loose shower handle -fix loose towel holder -fix water tap near washing machine -It can only be done tomorrow after 10am or Monday morning before 3pm. If you can work over the weekend, let me know. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 16 December 2022
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