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Recent Tradesman reviews in East Melbourne

Great communication and quality of work. Very happy!

Render external garage wall

$350

Brilliant job! Neil came on time and also matched up the paint. Delightful man. Definitely recommend.

Plasterer - fixing up a hole in the wall

$50

Efficient, friendly, did a great job.

Remove built in wardrobe

$500

Paul was accommodating, on-time, did a great job and cleaned up well after he finished. Very happy.

Repairs/re-plastering wall cracks & damaged areas

$225

Well done. Reliable and efficient.

Fixing screws on plasterboard (for curtains).

$100

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

$150 - $422

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$150

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$250

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$422

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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 Melbourne

Replace Downlights + Add Power Point in Bathroom

$100

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

10th Jun 2025

I’m looking for a licensed and experienced electrician to help with the following tasks at my home in Doncaster East: 1. Replace Downlights (Ground Floor – Living Room & Staircase Area) • Double-storey house, but all the lights to be replaced are located on the ground floor. • Existing lights are traditional downlights, no changes to switches needed. • I will provide the new lights (purchased from Costco – see photo). • Just need a like-for-like replacement using the existing fittings. 2. Install 1–2 Power Points in Upstairs Bathroom • There is already a power point inside the vanity. • I would like to add one or two more power points outside the vanity for easier access. • Wiring must be concealed – no visible external cabling. Additional Info: • Location: Doncaster East • Time: Flexible – happy to work around your schedule • Materials (except lights) to be supplied by you • Please bring necessary tools and ensure compliance with safety standards Let me know if you need any more details or photos. Looking forward to your quote! Thanks!

Downlight Replacement & Bathroom Power Points

$50

Doncaster East VIC, Australia

10th Jun 2025

Hi there, I'm looking for a licensed and experienced electrician to assist with a few small electrical jobs at my home in Doncaster East: 1. Replace Downlights (Ground Floor – Living & Staircase Area) Existing lights are traditional downlights; switches remain unchanged I will supply the new LED lights (purchased from Costco – see photo) Just need like-for-like replacement using current fittings 2. Install 1–2 Power Points in Upstairs Bathroom There is already a power point inside the vanity Looking to add 1–2 more power points outside the vanity for easier access Wiring must be concealed – no exposed surface cabling Additional Details: Location: Doncaster East Timing: Flexible – happy to work around your availability Materials: I will provide the lights; you to supply any other materials required Requirements: Please bring your own tools and ensure work meets all electrical safety standards Let me know if you need more details or photos. Looking forward to your quote – thank you!

Install 3 power points in bath rooms

$370

Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia

10th Jun 2025

Install a double power point close to toilet bowls in each of the 3 toilets. One on plaster board, and 2 on tiles on plaster board.

Fill gaps in skirting boards /patch holes plasterboard

$25

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

9th Jun 2025

The skirting boards were taken off to put down floorboards - and when they went back on there are some gaps - would like those sorted and there are three plaster board holes I would like patched as well .The skirting boards are throughout two bedrooms - hallway - loungeroom with gaps along the way. Come and let me know a price.

Hang a 10kg mirror on drywall

$60

Doncaster East, Victoria

3rd Jun 2025

A 10kg mirror with two attachment points needs to be hung ~77cm high, onto drywall.

Had to reschedule, but things happen. Task was done in less than 10 min. Highly recommended.

Install power points at 4 wall locations.

$1,000

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

31st May 2025

Revised description following questions - Two storey unit Switch located in garage One location upstairs - four plugs Two locations downstairs in garage on opposite walls - four plugs each location One location downstairs hallway - two plugs

L wish to instal a power point to be installed into a cabinet

$100

Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia

26th May 2025

I wish to instal a GPO to run a dishwasher . I have an existing GPO above the kitchen bench that l want to extend done into the bench .

Dan was on time and did a good job , no worries.

Small plastering job urgent

$150

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

25th May 2025

Add a small plaster sheet to ceiling above a cupboard

Power point for a kitchen rangehood

$100

Ashburton VIC, Australia

9th May 2025

New rangehood has been installed. Power is running to the installation spot. We would like a power point installed to plug in the rangehood.

Great experience. It was real peace of mind knowing the job was done by a qualified professional. Prompt, efficient and clearly knew what he was doing. Would recommend and use again.

Patch exterior rendering on house.

$300

Camberwell VIC, Australia

16th Apr 2025

I need some rendering fixed in my house.son can paint it.

Lovely man, on time and efficient

Plasterer

$200

Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia

8th Apr 2025

I am moving house - & I put up 4 floating shelves - now I need to take them down - I need someone to fix the wall & match the wall paint

Thank you - great job

Plasterer patch ceiling

$150

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

26th Mar 2025

Looking for a plasterer to remove and patch 2 holes that were previously used for ducted heating. Holes will need to be prepared for paint (but painting is not required). Holes are approximately 40x40 and you will need to provide material.

Rohit attended quickly and completed the plastering work to a very high standard! Would recommend

Plaster drywall

$100

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

4th Mar 2025

Looking to cover 2 cutouts before painting commences. About 50 cm square each

Excellent job done .. highly recommended

Fix drywall- patching

$5

Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia

28th Feb 2025

Need to fix these holes made on my drywall, Please provide a quote I’m attaching photos One is 800mm x 400mm And second one 200mm x 200mm Please includes in the quote labour and material Needed painted after finish Thank you

Thank you very much Very professional job

Supply and install a single outdoor 240volt power point

$200

Bulleen VIC, Australia

25th Feb 2025

Weather proof power point supplied and installed by licensed electrician on brick wall at front of house.

Friendly fast and efficient

6 small holes plastering job

$200

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

31st Jan 2025

Just need a plasterer to repair 6 small holes. 4 are pictures and there are another two about the same size elsewhere. Job requirements include the plastering job, no sanding required.

Excellent work, thanks very much

Install two ceiling fans and 2 power points

$500

Surrey Hills, Victoria

20th Jan 2025

We are needing two ceiling fans installed. Replacing existing lights. The ceiling is concrete, as we are on the ground floor of a two story apartment building. We also need 2 power points installed on wall. (Brick) We will supply the fans. Qualified electricians only please.

Baz was quick and easy to lock in.

Plasterer

$200

Ashburton VIC, Australia

16th Jan 2025

We need a wall patched. 2 small holes behind a toilet

Very flexible and did a great job!

Plasterer on day rate

$5

Templestowe Lower VIC 3107, Australia

13th Jan 2025

Im removing this walls so I need to plaster around the beam and install cornices. 4.5 m lenth of the beam. The ceiling will be cut 600 on each side to prop the walls. Please offer day rate. I will supply all.materials Dates : Sat 18 Jan or 21 Jan Time flexible

Good communication, very efficient and knowledgeable.

Plasterer to do minor patches

$300

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

18th Dec 2024

I have three holes in ceilings to patch. Each is around 30cm x 30cm and need it done urgently tonight. The budget is for the whole job not per hole

Great service and great attention to detail