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Harrison is excellent. highly recommend

Plasterer Required

$123

A perfect Job, will definitely be using Ken again for future jobs.

Repair needed for a collapsed plasterboard ceiling

$1,400

Very polite, punctual response, the work was conducted professionally and efficiently very happy working with the work

Small cement render job

$450

Very good and very quick very professional will definitely recommend

Need plasterer for couple patch ups materials provided

$400

Great work and reliable and fast

Power point fix and install

$100

Happy to work with Austin. He was helpful when others weren’t.

Install fixed drop arm canvas awning

$750

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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

Rendering with polyfilla

$80

Greenacres SA, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Hi Bricklayer already brick up air con hole and render with course cement/sand. Now I need someone to smooth out the wall with polyfillia. Thank you.

Patching, Plastering and painting if able

$10

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Inspection required. Patching and Plastering inc cornice

Wall mount 55” LG OLED TV + conceal cables (gyprock wall)

$180

Mascot NSW 2020, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Looking for an experienced installer to wall mount my 55” LG OLED TV (model: LG OLED55B6T) and conceal cables behind the wall for a clean setup. Scope of work: - Supply and install a suitable wall mount bracket (must support 55” OLED TV) - Mount TV securely onto gyprock wall - Conceal cables behind wall, including: - Power cable routed to existing power outlet - 1x HDMI cable run behind wall - Ensure a neat, professional finish (no visible cables) Wall type: - Gyprock / plasterboard

Skimming on existing rendered bring walls

$1,000

Ultimo NSW, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Looking for someone to do some skimming on rendered existing brick walls. Anywhere from 2 to 8 walls (to be decided on inspection)

Powder coat metal staircase balustrade

$200

Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Powder coat metal balustrade on staircase that i will remove, a brushed gold colour.

Outdoor weatherproof power point installed

$100

Cranbourne West VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Outdoor weatherproof power point to be wired and installed.

Outdoor power point

$150

Sunbury VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

I need to do PowerPoint outdoor area the nearest to the power outside need an electrician very small job

Awning Installation

$200

Thirroul NSW, Australia

4th Apr 2026

I would love someone’s help installing a silver corrugated iron awning above the door.

Secure 2 outdoor camera brackets to rendered concrete wall

$50

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

Secure two mounting brackets for outdoor security cameras to concrete rendered wall on the exterior of a house - one is on a hollow rendered facade and the other on rendered brick

Came very quickly and delivered a quality outcome thank you

Need plasterer for couple patch ups materials provided

$400

Mernda VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

There are few holes in ceiling that need covering up and just one hole on wall that needs patching up ready for paint will only need Battons or timbers 4hrs 400

Very good and very quick very professional will definitely recommend

Plastering work

$550

Pakenham VIC 3810, Australia

1st Apr 2026

Plastering work on ceiling @2 meters *2 metres because of water damage. Plastering work today and sending work tomorrow

Very professional. Too good.

Gyprock flushed ready for painting

$300

Thornlie WA 6108, Australia

31st Mar 2026

Have three gyprocked frames in windows that need flushed with wall and ready to be painted. 2 are 2400×600 and 1 is 1400×600.

Very happy with the outcome. Good Job.

Instal 2 x van awnings

$300

Brunswick East, Victoria

31st Mar 2026

I have a van with an awning but it’s too small so I bought a bigger one to install. I want to then move the smaller awning to another van i have. Both have roof racks to attach to

Super fast and knowledgeable. Legend, thanks mate!

Plasterer to square set ceiling joins

$1,800

Yarraville VIC, Australia

30th Mar 2026

Plasterer to square set using steel and sand. 3 areas required Hallway 12 metres x 1 metre Bathroom 3.2 metres x 2.5 metres Powder room 3.5 x 1 metre Cornice has been removed and job is ready to go.

Highly recommend. Very happy with the job.

Fix one specific roof leak and repair ceiling plasterboard

$500

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Fix Roof Leak & Repair Ceiling Plasterboard I’m looking for an experienced roofer/handyman to fix a roof leak and repair internal ceiling damage. Water is leaking through a box gutter and coming into the ceiling. It appears the issue is where two box gutters join, and water is seeping through the connection. The current silicone fix isn’t working, so I’m after a more permanent solution. Scope of work: • Identify and fix the source of the leak (box gutter join) • Provide a proper, long-term repair (not just silicone) • Repair and replace damaged ceiling plasterboard • Ensure the area is sealed and finished properly Please bring your own tools and materials. Let me know your experience with similar jobs

Thank you to Jye for your work.

Faulty power point

$300

Caloundra QLD 4551, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Faulty power point need investigation and replacing

Daniel was really fast and professional.

Plastering

$650

Forest Lake QLD, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Wall to be plastered and sanded ready for painting

Good work, finished ahead of time.

Repair ceiling drywall and reinstall fallen roller blind

$100

Rosebery, New South Wales

27th Mar 2026

Budget: $100 - $450 (Open to quotes) Description: Hi, I need a handyman Pet er to repair a roller blind that was pulled out of the ceiling. Maybe by a cat. The Issue: The cat pulled the blind, causing the bracket screws to rip through the drywall. The original mounting holes are now quite large and crumbled, so they will need heavy-duty anchors (like SnapToggles or Toggle Bolts) to be reinstalled securely. Task includes: Removing the remaining blind/bracket from the ceiling. Patching/filling the damaged drywall area. Re-mounting the bracket using heavy-duty anchors that can handle downward weight. Popping the roller blind back into place. Requirements: Please bring your own ladder and heavy-duty drywall anchors (SnapToggles preferred). I have photos of the damage attached. Located in Rosebery. Looking to get this fixed / This Week. Happy to accept low offer will top up with csah or paayID if needed. You are allowed to offer $10

Great job. Explain things in detail

Need render repair on lintel

$200

Sylvania, New South Wales

27th Mar 2026

Need top of doorway re rendered and packed out, making it level, not flush with the bowed lintel. Previous rendered i engaged here put the angles to match the lintel, when i needed it perfectly level. He said he would come and pack it out, and make level, but ghosted me 🤦‍♂️ It is in the kitchen, and cant have a buckled opening next to a brand new kitchen, obviously.

Adam saved the day. Previous renderer didn't do it correctly. Adam saw the urgency in the job and atteneded straight away. Highly recommended

Plastering

$1,000

Aspendale VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Two areas to plaster. Fridge area (it’s sheeted I just don’t have a photo) just needs to be finished ready to paint. The other wall need to be finished both sides but needs tear off stopping bead for the edges as the wall may eventually be removed in the future. Also the ladder in the photo will be available for you to use for the high sections.

Great communication. Excellent attention to detail. Very happy with the Job. Thanks