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Exterior wall Rendering

$500

First time using Airtasker Very happy with the job done by Matt

Finish built in wardrobe project

$200

Awesome! Thanks Laura. Completed a number of jobs perfectly. Fast and efficient and lovely to deal with (even in extreme heat!) Definitely recommend!

Handyperson Tasks - install and remove blinds, awning, cabinet

$300

Fantastic communication and service, second to none.

Install awning

$200

Ray was professional and did an amazing job putting up my awnings. Would recommended him to anyone 😀

Install a 4meter x 3 metre awning

$500

Joe was very professional in all aspects. Great job and kept all tidy as working. Friendly guy and would certainly use him again for works. Very happy.

Tile removal and make good with cement render, ready for painting

$300

What's the average cost of a tradesman

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$145

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$259

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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.

What does a 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 help with home repairs or construction, you can find tradespeople to help with tasks like:

Electrical & plumbing

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

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.

Exteriors

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

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

Supply and install built in wardrobe x 2

$2,000

Rockingham WA, Australia

22nd Jul 2024

Hi there, I'm looking for someone to supply and install BIR for 2 bedrooms within the next month. Bed1 (image 1): Approx 3500mm wide and 2700mm tall (this is wall to wall so no additional side panel is required) Bed2 (image 2): Approx 1600mm wide and 2700mm tall (this is wall to doorway so you will need to install a side panel) Depth of wardrobe approx 550 - 600mm. Doors: Sliding mirror doors Handles: Chrome frame and handles. Inside shelving: Please also provide add on pricing if I require shelving/railing inside.

Render repair

$400

Frankston VIC, Australia

22nd Jul 2024

repair r ender to a wall, an area of approximately 1 meter square

Patching render and paint job

$200

Preston VIC, Australia

22nd Jul 2024

Hi there, looking for someone who will patch render and paint this 2-storey wall. You will need quite a long ladder. We will provide the paint.

Rendering

$400

Merrylands NSW, Australia

21st Jul 2024

Supply materials & labor to undertake Cement rendering to a newly constructed brick pier 1500mm(H) x .350mm(W) x .350mm(W

Render small extended wall external 3.1m x 40cm plus small patching.

$200

Stretton QLD 4116, Australia

21st Jul 2024

Render external small wall 3.1m x 40cm

Rendering

$5

Cheltenham VIC, Australia

21st Jul 2024

Repair the crack in the porch and render the porch (approx 18 m2)

Paint timber front fence and rendered retaining wall .

$1,500

Coorparoo QLD, Australia

21st Jul 2024

Paint timber front fence and posts . Also rendered retaining wall . Will require minor putty and sanding.Render wall requiring minor repair before painting . Happy to pressure wash before you start. Paint supplied. Please note , must have painting or handyman experience .

Build a stud wall and door on a balustrade section of a mezzanine.

$1,000

Carine WA, Australia

21st Jul 2024

Basically want to enclose a mezzanine floor area with a stud wall and a doorway to make the area private.

Outside balcony balustrade replaced as wood rotten

$10

Dudley Park WA, Australia

20th Jul 2024

Can get these at bunnings but will need cut to size and machined to same shape as inside staircase balustrades, then varnished.

Very good to work with 😊

Install two small bicycle mounting brackets on garage drywall

$100

North Kellyville NSW, Australia

19th Jul 2024

- Install two wall mounting brackets for hanging bicycle on drywall of garage - Need to locate stud behind drywall for more secure installation - Each bracket has four bolts

Gem person, very punctual and skilful.

Attach new house numbers to rendered post

$75

Perth WA, Australia

19th Jul 2024

I need new house numbers properly installed on a rendered brick post

Went above and beyond to make sure the job was perfect

Put an awning onto my roof racks

$40

The Gap QLD, Australia

19th Jul 2024

I need the awning to go directly onto the roof racks. I can’t figure out how to do it.

He was awesome and super helpful

Match small areas of interior wall render

$300

Ashfield NSW, Australia

17th Jul 2024

I have some patches of interior wall render that I would like matched to the existing render. The largest two areas (pictured) are approx 75x20cm and 20x20cm, the rest are much smaller patches. I can sand down my amateur attempts before arrival if that will save any time/cost. Let me know realistically how closely the render can be matched.

Christian did a great job, and was very friendly. Thanks!

Labour installing awning

$100

Cremorne NSW, Australia

15th Jul 2024

Need someone to help me install an awning- Approximately 1 hour. From 10am to 11am

Great worker! I’ll hire again

Render brick wall

$700

Leichhardt NSW, Australia

13th Jul 2024

Render brick walls Approx 3.4m each side and 1.2m other side 85cm high

Jose is the best Airtasker I’ve come across. He is professional, friendly, efficient and honest. He even went above and beyond to fix something he noticed needed fixing at no extra cost that was not part of the job. I can’t recommend him highly enough. If only there were more people like Jose, what a delight!

Concrete rendering : Oxley

$750

Oxley QLD, Australia

12th Jul 2024

Concrete render and smooth top of wall on two retaining walls in front yard. Wall 1 - 130cm highest point x 560cm long Wall 2 - 70cm highest point x 70cm long. Also, patch render 4 sections (down pipes removed) and section missing near fence/gate panel. Thank you for considering this work.

Darren is a great operator and our render job looks amazing. We are so happy with the result

Need to render a wall for a Splashback

$5

Menai NSW, Australia

12th Jul 2024

Need to fix the render on a brick wall to get it ready for tiling.

Raafat did an incredible job. Very efficient and is definitely a perfectionist. Would highly recommend.

Replace rusted bolts on balustrades on deck

$300

Elanora Heights NSW, Australia

11th Jul 2024

Replace rusted bolts on balustrades railing on my outdoor deck. Deck is accessible underneath with head height access from right hand side. 14 x posts with rusted bolts needing replacement. Provide own materials.

Did a really great job

Installation of an outdoor plastic awning

$400

Balgowlah NSW, Australia

10th Jul 2024

It will need to be installed off the roof of a ground floor deck area. Installation instructions supplied by manufacture. Will need a ladder and possibly two people for the job.

Highly recommend Oscar, he was excellent with communication and very particular about getting the job done right. I’ll be calling on him agsin

Render external walls

$5

Carrara QLD, Australia

9th Jul 2024

Need render repair on infil panels to match existing render profile. Approx 24 sqm, plus a few rough edges etc.

Darren did excellent work. Turned up on time, performed the task as discussed, and left the job site spotless. Highly recommend.