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Clint was amazing, working under some challenges he delivered a great outcome in a very short timeframe. Would recommend him to everyone.

Disassemble a built in wardrobe

$200

Santiago was a pleasure to work with. Did the task efficiently and to a high standard. Even painted an extra section that needed repainting that I hadn’t asked for. Would recommend.

Painting drywall and ceiling beams

$500

Thankyou for putting it together so quick 👏🏽

Assemble Sauna

$200

Second time I have worked with Adam, he did another great job!

Patch a hole in gyprock

$200

did a great job fixing the issues around the house

Need to replace a power point in the kitchen

$80

Asmat was amazing, on time, great quality job, cleaned up afterwards - very professional

Plasterer

$200

What's the average cost of a tradesman

$169 - $547

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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

Minor Render Repairs to Existing Chimneys

$10

Parkville VIC 3052, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

Localised repairs to existing render on two Victorian brick chimneys, including crack repairs and recoat to achieve a sound, uniform finish. Existing render to remain in place.

Built in wardrobe in bedroom, measuring 3.85m

$980

Liberty Grove NSW, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

Built in wardrobe for a bedroom, measuring 3.85m across and approx 1.9m high

Finish off plastering walls

$1,234

Dudley Park WA, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

I’m looking to get a quote for someone to finish off flushing a few walls and a short hallway up for me. I have started the job but am lacking the motivation to finish. Should just need a top coat and a sand hopefully.

Render 2 small garden beds

$400

Eatons Hill QLD, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

We have 2 small block wall garden beds that need to be rendered One is 60cm by 5 m long and the other one is curved. We tried to do the job but we don’t have the skill. We will supply all the render (Dunlop render ready to go) Just really front sides and top - as inside will need a bit but will have dirt eventually. Please experienced renderer only

Install shelving into an existing built in wardrobe

$250

Parramatta NSW, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

Hi, I require shelves and a set of draws installed in the existing wardrobe. Hence converting unused hanging space to storage

Electrician to move power point and tv point

$150

Glen Iris, Victoria

3rd Jan 2026

Hi, we have a power point and tv antenna port that currently sits with in a desk which we need moved about 100cm to be clear of the desk and in the wall. There is room under the house if needed.

3 External power points and conduit

$750

Capalaba QLD 4157, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician to install 12m of external conduit with 3 weather proof double power points. Existing wires coming out of shed wall. Need a double power point on shed wall. Will then run from there under the concrete in existing conduit and up to another power point for the water tank pump. Then from the top of that power point, it needs to run up to the top of the timber frame wall. Around the back of the water tank and down to the last power point which is for a septic grinder pump.

Need a new power point installed

$120

Caulfield South, Victoria

3rd Jan 2026

Need a new Power point installed in the garage - closer to the top ceiling. Existing Power point nearby. Along the same wall. Devices it will power include CCTV accessories The wall is plasterboard

Smallpox Hole in a wall need plastering

$100

Manly Vale NSW, Australia

3rd Jan 2026

Hole in a wall needs some plastering

Pleasure to work for

Move power point down 1 meter

$60

Mulgrave VIC, Australia

2nd Jan 2026

Move power point down 1 meter no patching needed

Highly professional and did a great job

Roof tent , tub rack and awning installation

$500

Meadowbrook QLD, Australia

30th Dec 2025

Install rooftop tent tub rack and awning

Did a great job and very good communication 10/10 top bloke

Add electrical power point

$50

Heathwood QLD 4110, Australia

30th Dec 2025

A licensed electrician required to add power point as marked in the photo.

Kurt is an excellent electrician who helped me install a couple of power outlets in my new home. He also took the time to answer numerous questions I had about wall-mounting speakers, installing LED mirrors, security camera wiring, and running power to the backyard. Kurt explained everything clearly and in great detail, and he was extremely patient throughout the process. I highly recommend Kurt for any electrical work.

Electrical power point removal and other

$300

Ashburton VIC, Australia

29th Dec 2025

(1) Remove and cap off 2 power points and 1 outdoor light in carport which are both not functional (2) Remove and cap off isolation switch for heater. Note, switch is not functional as heater has been removed (3) Cover exposed wiring to power point in bedroom (4) Install fire seal to switch board

Excellent work and nice person to deal with

Wall hanging 5 paintings in Gyprock wall

$60

Jordan Springs NSW, Australia

29th Dec 2025

Need to fix 5 wooden framed paintings in Gyprock wall in proper place. Each painting is approximately 38 cm height and 34 cm width. Each approximately 2 kilograms weight.

Graham done a Good job

Licensed electrician needed – install double power point

$120

Ryde NSW 2112, Australia

29th Dec 2025

I need a licensed electrician to install a double power point in my apartment. The purpose is to have: • One outlet dedicated to the fridge, and • One outlet for a modem / router Currently there is only a single power point in this location, and I would like it upgraded to a double power point for safety and proper usage. The job involves replacing the existing socket and ensuring the installation is compliant with Australian electrical standards. Please quote including labour and materials. Note apartment is an old one built in 1970s.

Strong recommend - fair price and effective communication

Need plasterer to patch holes and cracks

$250

Zillmere QLD 4034, Australia

29th Dec 2025

We’ve just had old lights replaced with ceiling fans, so we will need to have holes patched and there are some cracking in the cornices as well we would like repaired ASAP ready for painting. Only showing a few pics of what needs to be repaired but it’s throughout our 2bed unit. Thank you

Mehmet was a nice bloke, he made sure we were happy with the job before he left. Gave us advice on what we need to do next with painting. Highly recommended. Thank you Mehmet.

Gyprock setting

$500

Rooty Hill NSW, Australia

28th Dec 2025

I have 2 walls and wardrobes that need to be set only walls are 3m long and 2.4 high . Wall is exactly same in other side in photo . Possibly sand next day also

Very happy with the work

Need to patch our walls with new gyprock before patching and painting

$500

Birchgrove NSW 2041, Australia

28th Dec 2025

Trying to finish the small elements of the house before we break for Xmas. Had new windows replaced and as a result some of the wall needs to be re-Gyprocked then it will need to be patched and then painted. some rooms have only small amount of patching required so I can probably use filler. In the other rooms, need more extensive Gyprock. keen to get this completed this weekend if we can and opportunity toquote on bigger painting job which includes the front of our house and the sides of our house

Great to work with Cassius, his attention to detail was great and was flexible with the brief on the day.

Need a plasterer

$10

Brighton East VIC, Australia

27th Dec 2025

We have done with hanging of plasterboard now we need who is professional in work with doing filling base coat and top coat.

Rajat was good with his work. He did fantastic job and he is punctual as well. I recommend to use his service. Thanks again.

Electrical work - fix sensor light , add new power point

$150

Essendon West VIC, Australia

27th Dec 2025

We Need a few small jobs - new electrical wall socket ,( two points ) need a new light socket in ceiling ( current one snapped ) need sensor light looked at

Would indeed recommend Louis and use him again. He was super polite and knew his stuff !!!