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Kent is a dedicated and flexible person. He arrived on time and completed the job beyond my expectations. Thank you for your excellent service, Kent.

Replace door handles and power points

$200

Ka was efficient and did a great job. Would recommend!

Water damage repair

$500

Andrew did a fantastic job disassembling and reassembling our infrared sauna. Super efficient, knowledgeable, great communication & reliable. Would definitely recommend

Disassemble and reassemble sauna

$250

great job very happy

Gyprock wall repaired after air-con installation

$300

Professional, respectful, efficient. Thanks Jason.

Plastering gaps in the roof

$300

Excellent work thank you

Need an experienced gyprock/plaster repairer

$250

What's the average cost of a tradesman

$160 - $500

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$290

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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

Sauna Installation

$500

Brighton SA 5048, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Hi there, I purchased a sauna a while back that has just been sitting in the garage and need someone who knows how to install it. I’ve attached the sauna purchased and the company it’s from is Revel. Please quote me for it and must have proper knowledge.

Replace existing glass balustrade panels (3)

$200

Cottesloe WA 6011, Australia

13th Sep 2026

3glass panels need replacing in balcony balustrade. Screws need replacing. Glass panels are in tact for installation.

Install Gyprock / Plasterboard, Tape, Set, and Sand for Internal Walls

$600

Bankstown NSW 2200, Australia

13th Sep 2026

I need an experienced plasterer/gyprocker to hang, tape, flush, and sand plasterboard for a newly constructed internal room divider. Gyproc supplied.

External minor crack repairs and renderer

$800

Fullarton SA 5063, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Require an external wall 5m x 3m cement sheet wall rendered / acratex + some minor crack repairs approximately 30 lineal metres. All external.

Render Wall

$99

Nerang QLD 4211, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Looking for somebody to come into this wall. I’ve put one layer of Dunlop acrylic render, I need someone to come and finish it ready for paint. The wall measures at approximately 3 m x 1.5 m max I already have a bag of acrylic render Job is undercover so can be done whether it is raining or not. Please share offer to complete task

Clean Pigeon Droppings & Install Bird Spikes (Commercial Awning)

$400

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Description: Seeking a reliable tasker to clean up pigeon droppings at a commercial property and install deterrents to prevent future nesting. Task Details: Clean-up: Remove pigeon droppings and debris from two specific elevated areas under the front awning: the top of a security floodlight and the top of an under-awning shop sign box. Installation: Supply and install bird spikes/stickers on these two areas to permanently deter pigeons from returning. Approx 3m of spikes needed Equipment Required: You must bring your own ladder, appropriate cleaning supplies/chemicals, and the bird spikes. Please refer to the attached photos to see the height, layout, and current condition of the floodlight and sign box areas.

Gyprock the inside of a small shed 2.6m x 3.6m

$2,000

Gordon NSW 2072, Australia

13th Sep 2026

gprock the inside of a small shed - 2.6 m x 3.6 m (walls and ceiling) in preparation for painting

Concrete rendering some parts of studio walls

$1,800

Currumbin Waters QLD 4223, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Need a concreter to do a concrete render on the bottom third of two walls in our studio (below the tiled areas in the pictures on the concrete sheeting). The two areas to be concreted are 5400 x 1980 each. We would like it to have a very raw unpolished concrete look. See third image for what we want it to look like.

Tradie Needed - Rehang Heavy Sliding Door

$100

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

12th Sep 2026

*open to offers* Urgent: Experienced Handyman Needed to Rehang Heavy Sliding Bedroom Door I have a large, heavy internal sliding door that was removed from its track and now needs to be put back into place. The door and existing sliding mechanism are all there and were working correctly before it was removed. The job is essentially to correctly re-engage/rehang the door onto the existing track and make sure it is sliding properly again. Friends have attempted to put it back but, due to the weight of the door and the mechanism, I need someone who has actual experience installing or repairing large sliding doors. The door is quite heavy, so you may need a second person to assist with lifting it into position. This is urgent and must be completed by Monday at 3pm at the latest. Please only make an offer if you have experience with sliding doors/door tracks and are confident you can complete the job.

The team did an amazing effort.

Hang 2 picture frames on double brick rendered walls

$70

Kingswood NSW 2747, Australia

12th Sep 2026

Hang 2 picture frames on double brick rendered walls. Dimensions & Weight: Approx 62cm x 87cm each, plastic front (no glass), and lightweight at max 2.2kg each. Special Note: The hanging hardware/back pieces on one of the frames are slightly uneven (one is higher than the other), so some careful measuring and adjustment will be needed. Hardware: Please bring appropriate masonry fixings/hardware for double brick rendered walls. I will reimburse you for the cost of the hardware separately. If you need any more measurements or info please let me know!

Highly recommend Kevin! He did a fantastic job hanging three frames for me. The frames themselves were actually a bit crooked, but he was incredibly knowledgeable and worked around the defect to get them perfectly straight on the wall. He was really friendly, arrived fully prepared with all the right tools, and took great care when moving things around my home.

Need help from a detailed plasterer to patch up a few holes

$300

Chapel Hill QLD 4069, Australia

11th Sep 2026

A few holes in the wall need patching up - also some areas where the old light used to be needed smoothen up. Prefer someone who won't mess up the fixtures nearby.

Fast smooth patching. Will work with again.

Licensed electrician - Replace faulty kitchen power point

$150

Elsternwick VIC, Australia

11th Sep 2026

Need a licensed electrician to inspect and replace a cracked kitchen power point. It previously buzzed once and had a burning smell, but is currently no buzzing, smell or heat. Please inspect the wiring for any damage/overheating and replace the power point.

Nice and efficient on the weekend

Patch render a section of wall

$250

Dover Heights NSW 2030, Australia

11th Sep 2026

We removed a small section of the brick wall next to the driveway, job is to patch render over the brick on one corner. Doesn’t need to match exactly to existing, just a tidying up job. No painting. Probably suits someone with another job in the area already.

Quick, well priced. Very nice guy. Recommend

Small render task in glen waverley

$10

Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia

11th Sep 2026

I have a set of concrete stairs that have just been retiled I need the stair ends rendered We are talking about the stair ends only One side has 4 stairs less btw

Speedy response Turned up Did the job well Thank u m8

Set Gyprock ceiling

$10

Killara NSW 2071, Australia

10th Sep 2026

Need bathroom ceiling set - I am sheeting the ceiling this morning - you will need to bead and set into the tiles - only 2.1high - room size is 2.7x1.5, I am installed 2.7 sheets so only 1 joint - 1 have a bag of base coat and bucket of top coat gold there for you to use - could you please bring the flat bead with you - needs to be done today after 12pm or anytime tomorrow or Sunday - don’t worry about dancing

Very efficient did a great job

Plastering

$750

Gold Coast QLD 4208, Australia

9th Sep 2026

Looking for a plasterer to fill and sand ready for painting. Approximately 11 lininal meters with 3 internal corners. If possible start tomorrow or Monday.

Awesome communication, amazing work A+++

Install Kings Awning on Existing Roof Rack

$70

Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia

9th Sep 2026

I’m looking for someone experienced with 4WD/car accessories to install a Kings awning onto my existing roof rack. * Roof rack is already installed. * Awning and mounting hardware supplied. * No drilling expected. * Just need the awning securely mounted and correctly positioned. * Should be a relatively straightforward installation. 📍 Burleigh Heads 💰 Budget: $70 Ideally someone who has experience installing Kings awnings, roof racks or 4WD accessories.

Excellent work and friendly service

Signage removal and wall plastering

$250

Mitcham VIC 3132, Australia

9th Sep 2026

Need a wall signage removed and wall plastered

Perfect work done and very quick and easy

Replace power points & light switches

$220

Ngunnawal ACT 2913, Australia

8th Sep 2026

replace 4 dbl power points & 2 light switches

Great efficient, helpful & friendly service.

Fix the plasterboard, sanding and painting needs to be done.

$10

VIC 3030, Australia

8th Sep 2026

Sanding, painting and fixing the plasterboard. Provide all the supplies!!

Thanks Heng!! Very good!