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Great job! Shahin was efficient, great in communicating and his work was flawless.

Patch a hole in a plasterboard wall

$200

Great work. Tidy and on time. I would highly recommend

Quote for: Render retaining wall

$10

Good communication.

Quote to move a small gyprock wall. Redfern.

$10

Very quick and professional finish

Patch gyprock holes

$500

Matthew helped with rendering a fireplace. He turned up on time and completed the job on the day to a high standard.

Rendering

$350

Harrison is excellent. highly recommend

Plasterer Required

$123

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$150 - $500

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$150

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$500

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Why find local tradies through Airtasker?

Need to find a tradesman in your area to help with a project? When it comes to jobs around the house, you can only DIY so much before you need to call in a professional tradesman. Hiring a local tradie will help you get the job done quickly and easily while keeping you on budget. On Airtaskers, you can find skilled tradesmen around you across a range of trades occupations, including plumbers, carpenters, bricklayers, welders, and renderers who are ready to help with any task, big or small.

The perfect place to find tradesmen nearby for your job is on Airtasker. Hire an individual for a one-off job or put together your dream team for a full renovation. When you find your local tradesman through Airtasker, you get peace of mind because you can check the ratings and reviews, and rest assured that they’ll complete your job to a high standard.

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Top Tradesman related questions

The average cost of hiring a tradesman ranges from $40 to $70 per hour, depending on your location and the type of tradesman you'll be hiring. Other factors that affect the cost of getting a tradesman include the size of the task, whether you are supplying materials, and the complexity of the job. But in general, most of the work from tradespeople costs between $115 to $400 when hired for a task through Airtasker.

When you post a task on Airtasker, you’ll usually get a fixed price quote. Sometimes, after inspecting the problem, your tradesman may recommend additional work and suggest an hourly rate on top of the original quote.

The most common trades in Australia are plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. These trades are in high demand for their specialist skills and ability to help out with everyday, but high-risk tasks around the home. Specialised tradesmen can also work as a craftsman or an artisan to help with different DIY projects. 

Most trades require licences, registrations, and insurance to operate. Each state has its specific licensing requirements for specific skilled workers. This ensures the tradesman has the right skills and knowledge to work safely and to ensure the quality of their work.

The best way to find and confidently hire the right tradesmen in your area is on Airtasker. Provide an accurate description of the task, review your offers, and check the ratings and reviews so you know your tradesman is experienced and will do a great job for your projects.

Hiring a tradesman directly gives you more control over the task, who does it, and how it’s completed. Plus, hiring an independent tradie can often be more affordable because they have fewer overheads - they can give you a more competitive quote.

You can find a local tradesman by using trusted platforms like Airtasker, checking online tradies' reviews, and asking for recommendations from friends or neighbours. Always look for licensed professionals with verified reviews, a clear quote, and experience relevant to the job you need done.

A handyman typically handles general maintenance and small repairs, such as hanging shelves or fixing taps, while a tradesman (or tradie) is a licensed professional with specific training in a trade like plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or tiling. Tradesmen are required for specialised or regulated work.

Yes, most tradespeople bring their own tools and standard materials needed for the job. However, for larger projects or custom work, they may need to source specific parts or request you to supply materials. It’s best to confirm what’s included when you book.

Absolutely. Many tradies are happy to take on small tasks or one-off jobs, such as patching drywall, fixing a leaking tap, or repairing decking. Platforms like Airtasker are ideal for posting these types of jobs and finding a local tradie quickly.

What does a local tradesman do?

Tradesmen (and tradeswomen!) can help you tackle the tasks that need the expertise, tools, and knowledge that only a qualified local tradie can give. Whether you need a trade to help with home repairs or construction, you can find local tradesmen to help with tasks like:

Electrical & plumbing tradies

When you hire a tradie to work with electricity, gas, or water, they’ll need special qualifications, training, and equipment to keep you and your house safe from fires, flooding, and property damage. You’d need to hire an electrician to install your new light fittings or electrical equipment, like ovens. And you’d need a plumbing tradie to help with plumbing tasks, like fitting new taps and pipes, or gas plumbing tasks like installing or repairing heaters and stoves. Your tradie will start by asking questions about the issues you’re having, then they’ll do a physical inspection of the area to assess the work needed. They’ll use their specialist tools and equipment to repair, install, or replace parts to get everything working properly.

Carpentry & cabinet making tradies

Tradesmen are usually qualified professionals, so they’re ideally suited to tasks that need a higher skill level than a handyman. Carpenters and cabinet makers are in high demand for installing new cabinets, custom-making furniture and installing built-in robes and cupboards. They’ll measure your space to ensure the furniture and built-ins fit perfectly and match your existing decor. Then they’ll work with a range of equipment and tools (onsite or offsite) to cut and shape the wood, then assemble any parts to create your finished product.

Home exterior work tradies

Tradesmen can help provide a professional finish to your exterior building tasks. For example, installing or repairing balustrades. Your professional tradesmen will measure, fit and install glass, metal, or wood balustrades to make your balcony area or stairs safe while matching the design of your home. Once they’ve established a safe work zone, they’ll remove the old balustrades before installing the new parts. Another popular exterior task is installing or upgrading awnings. Your tradie can pull down old, broken, or faded awnings and help you choose a new awning to match your house and surroundings. Then they’ll carefully install the new awning so that it is safe and secure.

Concrete repairs & resurfacing tradies

When concrete is damaged, it can create trip hazards, and let in water, dirt and other pests, which can cause further damage. Concrete resurfacing can help repair damage and give your property an instant update with coloured concrete overlays and/or designs. Your tradie will first assess the damage, then repair or replace any broken areas. Then they may clean the existing area with high-pressure hoses or chemicals. Once the area is clean and prepared, they’ll mix up a thin, concrete-based surface compound that will cover the area.

Recent Tradesman tasks

Plastering

$1,200

Thornlands QLD, Australia

8th Jul 2026

Plaster a small bathroom , walls and ceiling. Sheets and glue are on site. Existing ceiling will be removed prior.

Repair hole through drywall and replace door stop

$100

East Hills NSW 2213, Australia

8th Jul 2026

There is a hole in the drywall that goes through so you can touch the sliding door inserted in that wall where the doorstop used to be. I would like the hole repaired so that the doorstop can be attached. The sliding door cannot be removed here. I have attempted to do a temporary patch on it (not a great job - was just for cosmetic purposes) but the hole is about 5cm by 5cm without the temp patch. The initial photos show just the screw holes, but the hole is essentially a circle where the doorstop base would have covered. Photos show the screw holes in the wall initially(it is now 5cm diameter hole), the temp patch and the sliding door in the wall where the hole is.

Help fixing my plasterboard in wall.

$200

Glenfield NSW 2167, Australia

8th Jul 2026

Plasterboard is damaged on my living room wall.

Need reliable tradesperson – Convert media room to a bedroom

$1,300

Rouse Hill NSW 2155, Australia

8th Jul 2026

I’m looking for a licensed professional to convert our existing downstairs media room into a fully bedroom here in Rouse Hill. ✅ What need done: • Add proper door + privacy/ventilation • Any small plastering/painting/finishing work required • Must be registered business, have valid license & insurance • Need someone reliable, who turns up on time and keeps the space clean 💡 We’re looking for affordable quotes and clear communication. Please include: • Your license/ABN details • Rough price estimate • Similar jobs you’ve done Thank you Wendy

I need a tradie to put shed up

$6,000

Greenbank QLD 4124, Australia

8th Jul 2026

a shed flat roof/size 4.9m/ front 4m /rear 3 roller doors/side access as well.quotes approximately $6000 .council pre-approved .concrete slab is down 120sqm .we have council approval already .shed already on site roof installation is already on site.

I want a plastering job done

$100

Mambourin VIC 3024, Australia

8th Jul 2026

Hi I will like go get some plastering work done .

Gyprocker

$120

Summer Hill NSW 2130, Australia

6th Jul 2026

Patch hole on ceiling must be available tomorrow

Very good goid glod.

Plasterer needed to flatten centre of 2 decorative ceiling roses

$1,000

Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

6th Jul 2026

I need an experienced plasterer to repair/modify two decorative plaster ceiling roses. I need the raised centre section/boss flattened and finished smooth so new light fittings can sit properly. The surrounding ornamental moulding/detail must be preserved and not damaged. Scope: 2 ceiling roses Remove/flatten the raised centre section Patch and smooth the centre area Keep the outer decorative details intact Sand and make ready for painting Clean finish required Please protect the surrounding area while working Photos attached for reference. Important: this is not just a simple hole patch. I need someone with experience working around decorative/ornamental plaster.

Adam did an amazing job. He was professional, reliable, easy to communicate with, and the quality of his work was excellent. The finish was very neat and detailed, and he clearly takes pride in his work. He completed everything to a high standard and the result looks fantastic. Highly recommended — I would definitely use him again.

Power point replacements x 2

$80

Charlestown NSW 2290, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Switch stuck turned on in kitchen - needs point replacement. Switch point coming off wall and light switch fallen in wall space on same PowerPoint. Bathroom. Point replacement.

Awesome help, great work.

Need new power point location

$200

Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Need new PowerPoint in hallway Needed to power up and hang LED light on mirror See pics

Hussein was very professional and did the work very efficiently and at a great price Will definitely use his services again

Fix Wall Cracks

$500

Manor Lakes VIC 3024, Australia

4th Jul 2026

Fix the crack in the ceiling. Photos attached

Excellent work by Abdullah. Thorough and professional. He not fixed it aesthetically but also found a permanent solution to the issue. Offered price was also competitive.

Power points to be replaced

$150

Highland Park QLD, Australia

3rd Jul 2026

Have one power point that needs remounting, another that needs replacing.

First class job, super responsive, easy to deal with, will be using again

Small render job

$300

Tewantin, Queensland

3rd Jul 2026

Renderer wanted, Tewantin Small job at a lowset home in Tewantin. Need 1 window sills knocked off and rendered back flush to match. Must include flashing and sealing at the window bases. Budget up to 300. Send a couple of examples of past work and your quote.

i found Jackson to be thorough and very communicative. He definitely knows how to render and square set the window sills that i needed assistance with. thanks Jackson and i would recommend his workmanship. now it’s ready for the painter.

Gyprocker/Plasterer

$1,100

Kambah ACT 2902, Australia

2nd Jul 2026

Proven professional gyprocker/plasterer to: 1. Gyprock sheet both sides of a sliding door cavity that has been removed and replaced with studs/noggins ready for sheeting. 2. A non-load bearing wall has been removed (4.5m wide *2.7m high) and gyprock sheet required to lhs and rhs and ceiling where wall removed, including adding cornice to both ceiling sides. 3. Replace gyprock sheets to several ceiling holes that were cut out as inspection ports prior to the wall being removed. Gyprock to be left to a very high standard ready for me to paint. Ignore the far wall in the photo with the insulation batts. That won’t be gyprocked as part of this work. Job can be done in 2 parts: Part 1 to be done ASAP sheet old sliding door cavity and lhs of wall where wall removed. To make way for cabinetry install along that wall. Part 2 : remainder of work over next 4 weeks.

AMAZING worker! Nothing to hard. Very easy to deal with. I am blown away by his work ethic. 11/10.

Plastering

$10

Geebung QLD 4034, Australia

1st Jul 2026

Patch drywall where a tap goes into. Checked plumbing and there's no leaks. The tap has made the wall break. Open to offers.

Punctual and fast work completed. Thanks!

Need a renderer to fix a few minor cracks in front facade

$200

Bell Post Hill VIC 3215, Australia

1st Jul 2026

Need a renderer to fill cracks in front facade

Cetin was responsive, quick and did a great job

Supply and Install Wet Area Plasterboard for Bathroom Vanity

$200

Pascoe Vale VIC 3044, Australia

1st Jul 2026

We're in need of wet area plasterboard supplied and installed that a bathroom vanity will sit infront of. Dimensions 820mm - W X 800mm Height. Current plasterboard is being removed as part of mould remediation. Hoping to have job done in Afternoon on 2 July

Would highly recommend Abdullah, did a great job on short notice. Would happily have him help with future projects

Ceiling Gyprock Fix

$1,200

Seaton SA 5023, Australia

30th Jun 2026

Damage to ceiling gyprock due to an accident several months ago. Scope of work needed: Remove the protective sheeting. Prepare and Clean the ceiling framing. Supply and Install new 10 mm thick ceiling grade plasterboard in approx. 12 m2. Cut holes x 3 for ceiling downlights into new gyprock sheet. Back block edge joints. Fill, Tape and Flush the abutting edges. Sand over the applied fillers ready for painting.

Really great to deal with. Great communication, explained every step of the process. Very good job. Will work with again if I need any other jobs done.