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Punctual, knowledgable and really great guy! Super easy going and friendly. Will be our go to guy for any repairs! 😊

Plastering & Painting

$10

Very quick and professional finish

Patch gyprock holes

$500

Faraz and team were outstanding and in 4 hours! Amazing Thankyou!!

Sauna de assemble and re assemble

$500

Great electrician highly recommended ! 10 stars

Electrician to screw in 3 light switches 1 power point 1 light

$100

Did an amazing job will use again

Install folding arm awning

$2,000

He's one of best bricklayer 👦...highly recommended

Tradie person

$100

What's the average cost of a tradesman

$150 - $500

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$150

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$260

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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

Gyprock plaster to seal old chimney. burwood.

$89

Burwood NSW 2134, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Gyprock plaster to seal old chimney hole. Photos attached

Skilled labourer/plasterer sheeting walls and ceiling 4 bed house

$1,400

Tanah Merah QLD 4128, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Set gyprock full house materials and tools supplied need it done 2days

Plasterer Needed in Tanah Merah

$400

Tanah Merah QLD 4128, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Plasterer Needed in Tanah Merah 2 bedroom Plastering and get it ready for painting. Materials provided

Plastering

$150

South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Square set two door openings. 1800x600.

Great to deal with very good

Gyprocker for bathroom

$1,500

Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Remove old worn failing ceiling and cornices and dispose of and install new including painting 3650 x 2500 approx and bulk head needs new Gyprock. Thanks

External brickwork rendered

$5,000

VIC 3551, Australia

5th Aug 2026

External house needs quote for rendering

Gyprocking rockstar needed

$350

North Epping NSW 2121, Australia

5th Aug 2026

Looking for an experienced gyprocker/plasterer to help us restore our walls and ceiling which were damaged by a plumbing leak. Please supply all materials and tools except where stated. Supply and install Gyprock/plasterboard/corner beads to: Job 1: sections that have been cut out from existing wall sections inside a linen cabinet when we were investigating a plumbing leak. Job 2: parts of hanging ceiling and corner beads where the leak (orginating in the linen cupboard Job 1) has damaged the ceiling. Approximate dimensions are provided in the images. We would also like to reinstall Earthwool or Mineral wool insulation. We can supply this, but would like your expertise to install. Please ask questions if anything is not clear.

Retractable outdoor awning assembled/ installed

$200

Redland Bay, Queensland

5th Aug 2026

Assist assembly and install a 4 M X 3M Semi -automatic folding New awning Assemble components, measure and Hang awning onto a Timber beam Check operation- adjust as needed No electrical work Owner to assist

Detach power point sockets gooseneck tap for splashback installation

$200

Scarborough WA 6019, Australia

5th Aug 2026

My kitchen splashbacks are being installed On 6 August. I must get a suitably qualified tradesperson to temporarily remove my PowerPoints and lower the gooseneck tap so that the glass can be fitted without obstruction. I then need the PowerPoints And tap refitted at a later date

Very responsive and proficient

Licensed Electrician Needed – Sconces, Mirror & Power Point Fix

$300

North Manly NSW 2100, Australia

4th Aug 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician for a few small jobs in one visit: 1. Replace 2 existing wall sconces with new light fittings (new fittings will be supplied) 2. Install a new backlit mirror (power connection required) 3. Fix a double power point – one socket isn’t switching on All fittings/fixtures will be on-site and ready to go. Looking for someone with the right licence/certification who can provide a compliance certificate if needed. Category: Electrical Location: Allambie Heights, NSW 2100 When: Flexible – within the next week Budget: $300

Prompt, quick and clear communication and did a great job executing my task!

Install Shelf Power Point

$400

Belrose, New South Wales

4th Aug 2026

We're looking for a licensed electrician to install a new power point above our shelving. The cable can be run down from the ceiling cavity directly above, so it should be a straightforward installation. We expect the job to take around an hour, and our budget is approximately $500. Please send through your offers. **Licensed electricians only, please** Thanks!

Tristan had amazing communication, was punctual, and did a fantastic job! He was super friendly, cleaned everything up afterwards, and left everything looking great. I’d 100% recommend him and will definitely be booking him again! ☺️

Plasterboard Wall Demolition

$500

West End QLD 4101, Australia

4th Aug 2026

I am needing plasterboard walls removed ASAP. Contractor needs to have insurance - this needs to be provided All tools will need to be supplied Experience doing this type of work. Needs to be able to read plans Rubbish removal to be managed by contractor Level 2 Access via lift via the basement.

Jack and Jayden were great. They were able to work through some unforeseen details with me and completed the job way faster than I expected.

Awning installation

$10

Oak Park VIC 3046, Australia

2nd Aug 2026

We have assembled a 3m x 2m manual awning bought from Bunnings, we just need help to drill holes in the brick and mount it Make ur best offer

Very resourceful and patient with whatever hurdles we hit during installation so we appreciate that!

Cap off some power points in a office.

$10

Canberra ACT, Australia

31st Jul 2026

Removing several power points from 2 walls in a office.

William was great to work with. Would recommend

Gyprock ceiling where there has been water damage

$350

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

31st Jul 2026

ceiling has had some water damage and will need to be repaired.

one of the Best airtasker's I have ever used

Build Sauna

$150

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

31st Jul 2026

Build Alpine 1 person Sauna. It's a clip lock together and say 1-2 hours on instructions https://alpinespas.com.au/saunas/infrared/oslo-1-2-person-indoor-infrared-sauna-gen2

Fast and excellent service would highly recommend

Plasterer to patch single hole

$120

Bundamba QLD 4304, Australia

31st Jul 2026

Plasterer to fill medium sized hole refer to image.

Very professional and friendly. Happy with the results. :)

Electrician needed to install Fan Remote, Switch & New Power Point

$220

Sanctuary Lakes VIC 3030, Australia

30th Jul 2026

Looking for an electrician for two small jobs in my single story home: 1. Ceiling Fan Control replacement because current one is broken (please view attached photo of the parts) Install a new HPM Excel Life 3-Speed Fan Controller switch (EM3FCWE) at the wall. Install a new HPM Hang-Sure Ceiling Fan Remote Receiver kit (CFREMOTEH) inside the canopy of an existing ceiling fan. (please view attached photo of the parts) 2. New Power Point in the hallway, easy access in the roof. Supply and install 1 new double power point in the hallway.

Good guy. Did a great job fixing couple of issues.

Plaster/Gyprocker required for ceiling, bulkhead and cornice

$700

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

30th Jul 2026

- Patch holes in ceiling - Install cornice above cupboards - Install a bulkhead around an air conditioning unit

Thank you for such a fantastic job! Great quality, efficient and on time. We love the result and would recommend to anyone.

Plastering on wall / handy man

$100

Alexander Heights WA 6064, Australia

30th Jul 2026

Plastering / jibing for wall

Good job! Fast at responding