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Recent Handyman reviews in Inner South Melbourne

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Fix garage roller door so it opens pls advise cost

$10

Absolutely melting hot in Melbourne today, Hamish turned up when he said he would and did a fab job. 10/10

Install a dog door into a timber door.

$100

Good service. Came multiple time to get the job done. Cracking and drying took a few attempts but a great outcome

Plaster hole repair

$80

Ray was very professional and did an excellent job.

Install safety gates

$50

Tim was great. On time, communicated well and did a great job

Easyshed build 3m*3m

$200

He’s a star. Very efficient and arrived on time ! Highly recommend

Install ring camera onto house front

$50

What's the average cost of a handyman in Inner South Melbourne

$120 - $299

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Inner South Melbourne

Very pleased with Laurie’s work. Extremely quick, straight to the point and was very helpful in pointing out things to me so I might be able to address future issues which might arise.

Washing machine maintenance

$200

Paul was on time efficient and produced quality work across a number of household maintenance items

Home maintenance

$1,000

Highly recommend Remond. Great communication skills, very professional and knows his stuff. He’s the kind of tradie that cleans up after himself and turns up when he says he will. Can’t ask for more!

Two or three little home maintenance jobs

$100

Bailey arrived on time and attempted to fix the problem with my hot water system, he also checked for any other possible faults in the system. he was very polite and easy to communicate with

Hot water system maintenance

$150

Joshua did a great job. Professional and very capable.

Solar pool heating maintenance

$250

Nick was excellent. We will 100% engage him again, particularly given his carpentry experience. Excellent communicate, easy going nature and got straight to work when he said he would. A bunch of tasks finished in less than a day including skirting, attaching flat pack cabinetry handles and doors, decorative trim and hand towel dispensers. So happy with the outcome! Huge thanks Nick

General maintenance tasks

$300

What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Inner South Melbourne

$150 - $370

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$220

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Top Handyman related questions

If you're looking for related services in Inner South Melbourne, some of the most popular on Airtasker right now include Blind Repairs, Door Installation, Pet Door Installation, Flyscreen Installation, and Garden Shed Installation & Repair. Whatever you need done, you can post a task and get offers from local Taskers in Inner South Melbourne.

What do handyman services include?

Have some untackled DIY tasks at home that you can’t seem to find time for? Find a highly skilled handyman near you with remarkable customer service by using Airtasker. 

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 Inner South Melbourne

Render, waterproof & tile small bathroom.

$6,000

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

Approx 2.6m x 1.8m bathroom of double brick and concrete slab unit complex. Middle level of 3. Will be stripped down to the brick. Render finish for left and far walls from entry. Tiling floor, right wall and shower - no shower base, will need screeding. Still planning with the builder, but timeframe is approx early-mid September. Insurance/Public liability required by body corp for waterproofing.

Install 4 Bollards in Victoria area

$360

Southbank VIC 3000, Australia

19th Aug 2026

Hi I need a handyperson with a battery powered concrete drill to install 4 x remote control parking bollard into concrete at metro Brisbane. The bollard has 3 x drill holes, and you'll need to fix with 50 mm deep 8 mm diameter ankascrews or dynabolts (fixings supplied for concrete install). Product specs of bollards included as attachment If you're interested I'm looking for a regular installer to do jobs like this in Brisbane let me know. You're likely a handy person or tradie who has tools and can do small tasks like this ad hoc in between your other jobs. Ideally you have your own insurance as well. Product details are attached for installation and also instructions for install . Thanks Angelique

Garage door and remote repair

$250

Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia

19th Aug 2026

SEA remote control and garage mechanism repair needed and remote controls to be recoded. Two garage doors in house one requires setting and other is working ok. Remote controls all require recoding, only one working

Handyman Needed – Camera Installation & Small Home Repairs

$150

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

19th Aug 2026

Handyman Needed – Camera Installation & Small Home Repairs Looking for an experienced handyman to complete a few small jobs around the house: * Security camera installation – install 1 security camera on/around the thin black gate posts shown in the photos. I’m looking for the handyman to recommend and provide a suitable mounting solution as part of the quote, ideally without drilling into the posts. Please include any required brackets/clamps/fixings in your quote. * Install the same blind cord guides/holders pictured onto 2 additional blinds. * Fix a cupboard shelf support that keeps falling out and causing the shelf to drop. * Fix/re-secure a cupboard door hinge where the screw is coming out. * Tighten and secure 3 loose toilet seats. * Install furniture/anti-tip safety straps on 2 TVs to secure them to the TV units. We already have the straps. Photos attached showing the jobs. Please quote for the complete job, including coming up with and supplying the appropriate solution/fittings to mount the security camera.

Davis was very polite and professional. He stayed back after hours to do some additional work. I’m very happy with the service.

Need to fix a towel hanger in bathroom wall

$100

Carnegie VIC, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Bathroom towel hanger keeps breaking from wall. Need someone to fix and sand the wall

Did the job very well

Repair Water-Damaged Plasterboard Ceiling – Approx. 8m²

$450

Mordialloc VIC 3195, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Description I have approximately 4m x 2m of plasterboard ceiling with water damage that needs to be repaired. I'm looking for an experienced plasterer to inspect the damage and determine whether the affected areas can be patched or whether sections of plasterboard need to be removed and replaced. Work required Inspect the water-damaged plasterboard Remove any damaged/soft/sagging plasterboard as required Replace damaged sections where necessary Patch, set and sand the repaired areas Leave the ceiling with a smooth, paint-ready finish Remove and dispose of plasterboard/rubbish from the job The water source has been/will be addressed separately. The total affected area is approximately 8m². Photos provided. Please quote based on the photos and advise whether you recommend patching the existing plasterboard or replacing the damaged sections. Budget: $450 Happy to consider reasonable offers depending on the extent of the repair. Important Please quote for plastering/repair work only. Painting can be discussed separately if required.

Extremely professional and did a great job.

Fix Roman blind

$50

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Our Roman blind is broken - one of the strings/threads has snapped. I need someone to come to our house and fix it, ideally Wednesday or Friday this week.

Kanchana was friendly, thorough and easy to communicate with. Highly recommended!

Put a wooden lattice on an existing wall on the balcony

$120

Aspendale VIC 3195, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Cut the timber frames and put on an existing partition on the balcony and paint (paint already available)

Plaster repair for ceiling

$250

Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Fix ceiling plaster damage (result if a roof leak)

Install honeycomb blinds

$200

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

17th Aug 2026

Install 7 honeycomb recessed blinds of varying sizes. Please see pictures for dimensions.

Dimitrios was great, knew all about how to install blinds and used his own screws. He was very professional and polite. Thank you!!

Dog Door Installation – Plasterboard/Weatherboard Wall

$250

Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Need a large telescopic dog door installed into an external wall (plasterboard internal side, weatherboard external side). Looking for someone experienced with cutting into and framing a wall opening, and finishing/sealing both sides neatly ensuring a weather-sealed finish. Details: Dog door supplied by me (large/telescopic size) Wall type: plasterboard (inside) / weatherboard (outside) Own tools required When: Saturday 15th or Sunday 16th August Location: Bentleigh, VIC

Lovely man. Kevin is very keen to do quality work and ensure satisfaction. Very happy with the work done.

Fix bolts / screws in an outdoor patio

$100

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

11th Aug 2026

There are a few bolts / screws that need fixing on an outdoor patio. Looking for someone who has experience doing this type of work to ensure the structure is secure.

Prompt and did the job well.

Assemble my easyshed shed

$400

Hampton VIC 3188, Australia

11th Aug 2026

Hi we bought a shed from easyshed and need it assembled on site. It is 3 x 3 with a 2.4m pitched roof on a concrete slab

Michael was a legend. Did an awesome job on our 3x3 easyshed in a difficult spot. Highly recommended

Fix garage door

$50

Brighton East VIC 3187, Australia

11th Aug 2026

Had this installed 2 months ago. This is the second time to the opener trolley has disconnected and now does not seem to be lining up properly with the piece below it, so it keeps repetitively disconnecting when we line them up. Needing someone to fix it and then show me how to fix this as it keeps happening.

Did a great job explaining the issue with my garage door

Kitchen sink mixer install

$300

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

11th Aug 2026

Need to upgrade water pipes to fit a mixer tap with one handle. Add hot and cold water valves

Luca was great! Could not recommend more highly. Took on the job with no problems, was punctual and communication great! Will definitely use for future jobs. Thank you

Painter For Awning Facia

$500

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

9th Aug 2026

Need a painter to paint over awning facia and sides. Colour is Monument. I think it would need two coats. Need it done on Sunday 16th August so not many cars and people about to get in the way. I think it's just a morning's work and the paint job only needs to last 2 months.

Did a great job very happy

Construct my home gym Smith Machine

$400

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

7th Aug 2026

Hi need a handy man to construct my home gym Smith Machine

Ben was fantastic, excellent commentator and great end result!

Gyprock interior of 3 newly installed skylights & ceiling old vent

$1,800

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Hi, I recently had to replace my roof and therefore replace three skylights. The ceiling where an old aircon vent needs to be gyprocked along with the interior of the 3 skylights. Two skylights are easily accessible (within bathrooms). The 3rd is located above a stairwell see pics) so it is quite high up.

Thanks Roy, super easy transaction and great results. Highly recommend. 😊

Fix up hinges on doors that won’t close properly

$70

Hampton VIC 3188, Australia

2nd Aug 2026

Soft close door hinge on BBQ door keeps springing back open. Also two cupboard doors that have fallen out of alignment. Hopefully a quick and easy job

Mark was awesome. He came out quickly and went over an above what was expected in completing the job. Will definitely use Mark again if needed

Cement sheet porch

$600

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

1st Aug 2026

I want to get the ceiling of my porch cement sheeted and smooth joint and screws covered ready to paint. I have 3 x 5mm sheets there which will be enough. I have paper but no joint compound. I have screws there but assume need to supply.

Did a great job. Aaa

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Inner South Melbourne

Decking maintenance repair

$500

Beaumaris VIC 3193, Australia

13th Aug 2026

Ecodeck Decking maintenance Fix timber support wood in 3 places Pull up sections not all of it, repair. Put back. One side needs stopper edge as deck has movement in it.

Maintenance Jobs x5

$250

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

10th Aug 2026

1 Rehang Curtains and re-thread curtain track 2 Put up a mirror in a WIR 3 Change a window lock over 4 Rehang doors on a stationery cupboard 5 Hang a Picture needs a screw into a stud it’s heavy

Hong was very helpful

Home maintenance and repairs

$500

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

8th Aug 2026

I’m preparing the house for air bnb and need some doors painted, windows cleaned, garden refreshed, a couple of door handles replaced, clean up and removal of rubbish and taking some things to the donation shop.

Fireplace maintenance and clean

$100

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Check that fireplace is clean and ready to use. Need to check that smoke is passing through chimney correctly

Ice machine maintenance

$500

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

7th Jul 2026

Not producing ice. It has stop making ice for our business Manufacturing Smallgoods requires constant use

Small patio garden maintenance

$80

Ormond VIC 3204, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Trim small tree in corner of image. Trim bushes and trailing jasmine plant. Clean triple stacker glass door and outdoor area in general. Type of gardening: Other, Garden cleanup, Weeding Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Office Maintenance & Handyman Tasks

$400

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

3rd Jul 2026

Looking for a handyman to complete a number of small maintenance jobs at our office in Malvern. Tasks • Install office sign in a private office • Replace damaged ceiling tiles (replacement tiles supplied) • Repair lifted/damaged carpet to remove trip hazards and improve appearance • Install two pin boards/acoustic boards • Dismantle and remove existing desk workstations Requirements • Must bring own tools and fixings • Looking for neat, professional workmanship • Photos attached for reference • Prefer someone who can complete all tasks in one visit

Good bloke, helpful in executing an obscure project & generous with his time / effort. Will be using again!

Maintenance for a Murphy bed

$200

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

28th Jun 2026

Murphy bed maintenance A wall bed requires someone to perform maintenance.

AirCon Maintenance - Samsung reverse cycle ducted system

$80

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

25th Jun 2026

AC maintenance for 14kw Samsung reverse cycle ducted system, model: AC140TXAPKG/SA. Please include the scope covered. Thanks!

Property maintenance or handy man job

$500

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

24th Jun 2026

One tile replacement I m going to send photos my budget tight

Handyman Needed for Venue Maintenance – Cheltenham Suburb

$100

Cheltenham VIC, Australia

30th May 2026

We are looking for a reliable handyman to help with general maintenance at our venue located in the Cheltenham area. We need someone who is experienced, punctual, and able to work independently. Own tools are preferred. This may suit someone local who is available for occasional ongoing work when needed.

Great job, easily to work with

Garage Roller Door Maintenance

$150

Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

27th Apr 2026

Hi. We need a quailified person to complete an annual maintenance check on our garage roller door. The garage door is inside a 4 garage basement car park. We need track alignment and lubrication of moving parts completed. Thanks

Fast efficient service. Thanks

Trees maintenance

$300

Beaumaris VIC, Australia

14th Apr 2026

Hedge trimming in driveway, tree trimming from garage roof and gutters clean Type of gardening: Hedge trimming, Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Nick did an amazing job. He was punctual, courteous and dedicated. Could not have asked for more. *****

​Office Fit-Out & General Maintenance – Multiple Tasks

$400

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Office Fit-Out & General Maintenance – Multiple Tasks We’re looking for an experienced and reliable handyman / installer to complete several fit-out and maintenance works in our office. Most materials will be provided. Scope of Works: 1. Whiteboard Paint Paint 1 office wall with whiteboard paint Approx. size: 3.6m (W) x 2.7m (H)Paint supplied & Another small portion of wall in office 2. Acoustic Ceiling Tiles Remove existing ceiling tiles and replace with new acoustic tiles Approx. 40 tiles Pop-in / pop-out ceiling system Ceiling tiles supplied Clean existing ceiling tiles in the office (fingerprint marks)  3. General Office Maintenance Install framed picture to wall with panelling This work will need to be completed in our office hours, on weekdays only.

Great job, completed the tasks to our expectation

Window maintenance

$120

Carnegie VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Most of my windows don’t open easily. They may need some oil, as they are wind chain opening windows. There are 9 windows in total, and some of the handles need to be tightened or screwed back on.

Carlos did an amazing & efficient job on my windows! I can open them with ease now! Thank you :)

Light Maintenance and Picture Hanging

$400

Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia

31st Mar 2026

I am moving out of my apartment and need some light maintenance done: - Picture hook removal and patch-up - Wall scuff repaint (matte white paint) - Loose bathroom tap fixed - Ceiling curtain rail removal I have moved into a unit on the same floor and will need the following done: - Loose front door handle to be fixed - Loose towel rack to be fixed - Picture Hanging - 5 panel canvas - 3 panel canvas - 2 medium frames - Medal hanger

Garden fence maintenance

$300

Moorabbin VIC, Australia

30th Mar 2026

Garden fence needs some maintenance as bowing and come loose from posts etc.

Home maintenance

$200

Brighton VIC, Australia

15th Mar 2026

A light has dropped down and needs to be rehung to ceiling rose (will beed large ladder) A bed frame has come apart and needs to be fixed A switch has come off the wall and needs to be fixed. A crack in window to be sealed.

Paul came and completed the job within 2 hrs of booking it. He was great

Garage door maintenance / fix

$100

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

9th Mar 2026

Our garage door cannot be lifted by the door motors as the last two bolts holding the door seems loose. Need someone come and replace the some of the bolts and tightening the bolts, and may give it a good service.

Basic motorbike maintenance

$110

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

27th Feb 2026

I need someone to do the basic maintenance for my kawasaki 300 se and also show me how to do it