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Harrison did a great job! He communicated well, was punctual to the job and worked efficiently leaving a clean site where he worked. I thoroughly recommend his service.

Fix garage door switch and install new single power point

$200

Ka is very friendly and provides efficient and excellent service! He’s a very detailed and thorough plasterer! Thank you so much for fixing my laundry walls. Including smoothing out some extra areas.

Plaster holes in my laundry walls & smooth plasterboard where uneven

$350

Harrison is excellent. highly recommend

Plasterer Required

$123

Successfully installed powerpoint and AV point

Power Point/outlet (GPO) installation

$400

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

Patch a hole in a plasterboard wall

$200

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

Rendering

$350

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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

Ceiling plasterboard replacement

$1,000

Pacific Pines QLD 4211, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Master Bedroom: Replace a plasterboard that was damaged due to water. Tiled roof fixed, now we need the plasterboard done. Ensuite: Replace / repair whole ceiling plasterboard, glue has gone and weight of the fan has caused sagging, damaging the plaster and paint. Dimensions attached. I'll have a fan vent and the light to be installed in the ensuite, so will need those put in if possible.

Installation of Awning on the brick wall

$100

Box Hill NSW 2765, Australia

20th Jun 2026

I want to install 2 Awning outside on the brick.

Install Awnings

$100

Box Hill NSW 2765, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Install 2 x Awning outside on the brick wall.

Need fixing the hanging bulb and power point in the microwave area

$100

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Hanging bulb need fixing and power point need fixing in the microwave area as it doesn’t seems like electricity is passing through this point

Mount paintings on wall. Remove unwanted hooks. Fix gyprock holes.

$250

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

20th Jun 2026

I need 4 paintings mounted on the wall 1. Heavy canvas paintings in frame, over 1.5m wide. There are 2 small hooks on the gyprock wall that need to be removed first ( with any gyprock holes fixed and painted over), then a large secure hook needs to be added in the cental position, and the painting then mounted. The painting as a string at the back 2. Photo frame (about 1m wide) needs to be mounted. Has claws at back but wall has hook which won't work. The hook needs to be removed with claws added, or a string needs to be added to the back of it, whatever is more affordable and sustainable long term. Need help with ensuring frame is aligned in the right position. This is gyprock layered on brick wall. 3. Need to add hook and mount painting in right position above bed. This is a double brick wall. Frame is about 1 meter wide. 4. Need to add hook and mount small painting above kitchen counter. It's about 40cm wide. Looking for someone who has previous experience doing this sort of work with excellent reviews. Would like to make sure that wall structures are left clean and not damaged. Paintings should be able to stay securely on walls for years. Must come with all supplies except matching wall paint which we will provide.

Gyprock install 2 rooms

$1,234

North Perth WA 6006, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Reno - 1. Dry wall for laundry walls - including cieling. 3x2 room 2. drywall cieling replacement. 4x4 room

Install 5 x guitar hangers into drywall

$100

Fawkner VIC 3060, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Looking for someone to install 5 x guitar hangers into plasterboard wall in music room. Pretty simple task really but I really need some who can do it and guarantee they will be secure and won't fall.

Rendering and hebel workers needed

$250

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Needing workers to help with Hebel, Render and foam for new houses being built

Fix 2 power points and exhaust fan lights

$250

Miranda NSW 2228, Australia

19th Jun 2026

Need to replace 2 PowerPoint plugs, and exhaust lights from a cafe in Miranda

Came in, did the job, would recommend

Patch drywall up from cut out and paint

$125

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

19th Jun 2026

Patch up drywall rectangle cut out, screw holes and paint matching existing colours. The screws are temporary holding it in place with wood planks behind it, those screws need to be removed. 34cm x 50cm cut out Melbourne cbd

Amazing craftsmanship and very professional. Fixed up the cutout perfectly

Gyprock wall

$250

Blacktown, New South Wales

18th Jun 2026

Patch whole in wall gyprock around 30cm

Absolute legend , very reliable !

4hrs plastering, cornice, walls, painting etc 11 am til 3pm

$500

Belmont QLD, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Dad is finishing off a small project for me which is a study. He would like a second set of hands to help with plastering setting, sanding, painting, cornice, etc.. 11:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. Friday Today

Great work ethic. Top bloke

Plasterer repair

$175

Everton Hills QLD, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Need urgent plaster to repair this patch asap , suburb everton hills, Need to sand and ready for paint

Good communication and good skills

Install a new power point.

$150

Bracken Ridge QLD 4017, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Need a new power point installed in kitchen. The nearest existing one is 1.5 m away. Plyboard walls. Easy roof access from hallway opening if needed. Single story house. I already have the new power point. Flexible with time. Prefer Friday or Saturday morning if possible. Otherwise sometime next week.

Brian was friendly, knowlegable and completed the job quickly. Happy customer.

Fix window latch, power point and cover hole

$300

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

18th Jun 2026

The latch on my window has broken off. I need some one to screw/glue it back on with new screws. I also have a power point that has come loose from the wall and need it to be re attached. However, there doesn’t seem to be any structure for the PowerPoint to go in aside from the plasterboard. Lastly, the fire alarm is not existent and I need the hole covered up. I’m looking for an all-in-one tradie that thinks they can do all three tasks. My location is right in front of the train station and can be a little bit hard for parking but I’m happy to pay for street parking and assist you carrying gear if necessary.

Fantastic job and very kind.

Install door awning

$200

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman or carpenter to install a Canopia Sophia awning (1.6m x 0.9m) over my rear door entrance. Awning materials & assembly instructions are supplied in kit. Will need to bring own tools & appropriate heavy duty timber screws, washers & weatherproof sealer. The awning will be attached to 50mm (approx) thick timber, which sits behind grey mini orb cladding. Happy for the awning brackets to be neatly pre-drilled and mounted using standard spacer sleeves/washers to keep the mini orb flat.

Garry was excellent & did an excellent job of what I thought would be a tricky door awning install & completed the task so quickly too. Really good communication as well & would highly recommend.

Rinse sauna stones, connect wifi and launch a suna

$300

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

17th Jun 2026

I have a sauna that is already fully assembled and connected to power. I need someone to: -Rinse and correctly place the sauna stones -Connect the sauna to Wi-Fi -Complete any required setup/configuration -Turn the sauna on and ensure it's operating correctly -Test all functions and confirm everything is working as intended Looking for someone who is handy with technology and comfortable following setup instructions if required.

easy to work with. thank you

Gyprock repair

$500

Sunshine Beach QLD 4567, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Looking to have some gyprock repaired on stairs where damage was caused from removal of previous floorboards.

Dan jumped in at short notice and got the job done. Great communication and workmanship. Greatly appreciated

Need plasterer and painter

$300

Bondi Junction NSW 2022, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Site inspection and preparation * Supply and install moisture-resistant Gyprock ceiling sheeting * Reinstate ceiling section and secure to existing framing * Tape and set all joints * Sand and prepare surface for painting * Apply sealer undercoat and two finish coats of ceiling paint

Amazing workmanship great personality will use again

Door Replacement & Wall plastering

$300

Tallai QLD 4213, Australia

15th Jun 2026

I am needing two doors replaced, will likely require you to come out & take measurements, purchase doors from Bunnings and then install. I also have a small hole in a wall that needs plastering & paint

Great work, very helpful and very flexible