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Repair render and granosite

$560

Awesome job

Professional Plasterer

$400

Amazing. Highly recommend. Tim has done an excellent job. Communication was great, he was punctual, friendly and went above and beyond.

Plastering - Expansion joint, ceiling patch and 2 small wall patches

$400

Stephen was great. Punctual and easy to communicate with. Did a great job and left the area tidy.

Plastering of Kitchen After Renovation

$400

Great service, prompt , easy going and completed the task with no problem,

Power point

$150

Fast and efficient and a genuine guy

Electrician - disconnection power points

$250

What's the average cost of a tradesman in East Brisbane

$150 - $497

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$150

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$270

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$497

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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 in East Brisbane

Remedial Builder / Waterproof Quote and Assessment: Rising Damp Repair

$100

Wynnum West QLD 4178, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Looking for an experienced professional/team to assess and carry out works for suspected rising damp in a residential property. Scope (must include Both assessment + works): 1. On-site assessment of moisture source 2. Clear explanation of cause (rising damp vs other sources) 3. Quote for full works 4. Completion of works by April 7 (non-negotiable) What’s happening: • High moisture readings at base of multiple internal walls • Damage around skirting boards (swelling, staining) • House built in the 1970s, slab-on-ground (no visible damp-proof course) Known issues being addressed: • Aircon unit has been discharging water next to the house • Possible leak from upstairs bathroom affecting one area Works required (open to expert input, but likely includes): • Improve drainage / redirect water away from house • Chemical damp-proof course (injection) • Removal of damaged plaster • Re-rendering / replastering (breathable system preferred) • Replacement of skirting boards IMPORTANT: • Must understand both damp issues AND drainage (external water control is needed) • Must be able to complete the full job • Must be available to complete works before April 7 Budget: This Airtasker price is for inspection + assessment + quote only Full repair works will be quoted separately Please include: • Experience with rising damp + drainage solutions • Examples of similar completed jobs • Availability 30th March - April 7

Need a power point added above another

$60

Redland Bay QLD, Australia

22nd Mar 2026

I need a power point added in kitchen above a current point about 50cm through tile.

Patching & Plastering up holes in home at Manly West

$250

Manly West QLD 4179, Australia

21st Mar 2026

We have 12 areas in our home which need fixing/patching/plastering (to be ready for paint - by others) 9 holes were cut in our garage for running an NBN cable- we have existing plasterboard cutouts. Need to be refixed in place and plastered. 1 hole in linen cupboard - we have plasterboard for repair. 2 areas of damage in bedrooms - needs to be made good. Can send pictures of each area if required. Plasterboard is 10mm standard plasterboard. Please let me know your price and availability.

Plastering

$400

Thornlands QLD, Australia

18th Mar 2026

fill in some holes & replace a section of ceiling and prepare for painting

Plasterer and Painter

$2,500

Thornlands QLD 4164, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Plastering a few holes in the walls from moving the switch plates and in ceiling from removing a downlight. Painting the entry hallway, kitchen and dining room.

Quote on plastering

$50

Redland Bay QLD, Australia

13th Mar 2026

We have a number of areas in a house that need repair/replastering. This includes walls and ceilings due to extensive water leaks (now repaired). We are looking for someone that is happy to give us a detailed quote which may need to potentially be broken down into smaller parts depending on cost. The price offered is to go and quote the job as well as help break down the quote if needed.

New power points around the house

$1,500

Capalaba QLD, Australia

12th Mar 2026

We’ve recently converted a room into a walk‑in wardrobe and office and are looking for a qualified electrician to complete the following work: Office Install 3 x power points Install 1 x pendant light Install 2 x spot lights / downlights Re‑install existing light switch Walk‑in Wardrobe Install 1 x power point Install 1 x track light Install 1 x new light switch Install 2 x wall sconces Front Room Install ceiling fan & switch Install 3 x power points

GYPROCK AND PLASTER

$50

Wynnum West QLD 4178, Australia

10th Mar 2026

Gyprock and plaster - . please let me know quotes New wall approx 2m Cavity slider (already installed just needs the gyprock sheeting)

Hey was lovely, I did not complete the job with him due to not the right fit for my job. But would recommend him to anyone that wants the job completed A-Z as they do all aspect of a renovation. Would definitely use him down the track.

Remove/demolition of decorative balustrade and bricks

$180

Manly West QLD, Australia

24th Feb 2026

Remove this decorative balustrade and bricks. We have a council waste voucher for this.

Thank you! Did some demo work, very happy 🤩

Install awnings

$200

Capalaba QLD, Australia

9th Feb 2026

Take down old awnings and install new ones. 4 awnings in total.

Very knowledgeable and competent. Very impressed.

Toilet RCD power point

$205

Wynnum QLD 4178, Australia

6th Feb 2026

Install client supplied double rcd type power point to toilet area, from nearby power circuit. Assumed all accessible for cable routing either down brick cavity or via roof, down internal wall.

Second time using Benjamin and would do so again. Punctual, good eye for detail and quick to communicate as per the first time.

Rendering

$10

Alexandra Hills, Queensland

20th Jan 2026

Rendering and painting the front house (both sides ) I want to paint the walls white and the gates black Height 150 cm 16metres long

Great job thanks Enrique !

Plastering and paint patch up work

$200

Murarrie QLD 4172, Australia

15th Jan 2026

3 x small areas of plastering and paint patch ups

Great work Thankyou

Fix holes in drywall and wooden door and paint

$200

Thornlands QLD, Australia

5th Jan 2026

Need some holes in drywall fixed and wall painted and also some holes in the door filled in and door painted. There is also a fix in the roof, need that painted and made to look good. Pics attached

Russell patched some holes and painted the walls and ceiling. Great work, no issues recommending him.

Replace bearer beam under the slatted awning

$100

Alexandra Hills QLD, Australia

4th Jan 2026

The supporting beam under the slatted awning in the photos is rotten and needs to be replaced. A whole piece should be running from one post to the other. I can do the painting myself, I just need the timber replaced. The job can be done on these dates: 9-10-11th of January.

He is very experienced and very kind and polite. Very well priced also, I’m so happy with the work he has done. Highly recommend him!

I need to have a 15 amp power point installed for a spa

$500

Wynnum West QLD 4178, Australia

25th Dec 2025

I need to 15 amp power point nstalled for a new spa I got for Christmas. It will be outside, on the back of the house i think

Great job. Efficient, professional, affordable. Will use him again!

Folding Arm Awning Installation

$10

Victoria Point QLD 4165, Australia

18th Dec 2025

Hi Brisbane Awning Installalers, We need help with installing 3 folding arm awnings at our place in Victoria Point. Awning details: Awning #1 - 3.0m wide x 2.5m projection Awning #2 - 5.0m wide x 2.5m projection Awning #3 - 3.5m wide x 2.5m projection Attached photo of the house where 5m wide awning to go in the middle section and 3m wide and 3.5m wide awnings on either side. Awning #1 is already installed on the fascia using rafter fascia brackets. However we realise it would be better to have them a but higher, so we need this awning to be installed on roof mount brackets so that it is installed on the roof for having more height. Also, other two awnings will need to be mounted on the roof using roof mount brackets. Listing price is just for the purpose of to have installer come out to have a look and provide a proper quote before going ahead. I have attached the photo of the Awning#1 that's already installed, the other two awnings will be the same but in different sizes as mentioned above. Also attached a picture of roof mount brackets for reference and photo of the side of the house where awnings needs to be installed. Please note: we are sourcing our awnings, so we only need help with installation and maybe with roof brackets but happy to consider going with the ones a per suggestion for our situation. Thanks

Prompt, helpful and friendly.

Plastering and painting

$800

Thornlands QLD, Australia

2nd Dec 2025

Wall cracks need plaster and paint need quote

Good handyman good communication reliable

Plastering and new bricks

$10

Wakerley QLD, Australia

21st Nov 2025

Plastering and new bricks Removed window AC

Good .. experience..

Plasterer

$500

Tingalpa QLD, Australia

2nd Nov 2025

Plasterer required for a laundry. Square set

Hard worker with attention to detail. Highly recommend