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Recent Tradesman reviews in East Melbourne

Vinod is excellent in his work. He came on time and completed the jobs with high quality and no fuss. Highly recommended Vinod.

Wall mount canopy awning and other repairs

$120

Julian had done a Fantastic job for us. The job is nicely finished. Highly recommended.

Installation pergola flat roof and wired handrail balustrade

$1,500

Absolutely awesome perfect job, great guy and highly recommend!

Repair hole in drywall

$100

Fantastic communication and service, second to none.

Install awning

$200

Excellent work bean, very professional

Relocate light switch and power point

$150

Choong was very responsive and responsible in his task. I mentioned to him about an issue post finishing the job and he came back to fix it almost instantly! Would definitely recommend.

Plasterer to patch two small holes in ceiling

$130

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

$158 - $415

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$158

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$255

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$415

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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

Sauna Technician Support

$80

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

28th Jun 2026

Sauna Technical Support. Description: We're Vital+, an Australian wellness brand, and we're organising this job on behalf of one of our customers in VIC. The customer has a XEN infrared sauna that need a hinge part swapped out. We have provided the part we just need a confident handy person or technician to attend the customer's home and assist with aligning and securing the hinges so the glass panels close correctly and flush. What's involved: Attending the customer's address (details provided upon acceptance) Assisting with the replacement of the new hinge part Ensuring the panels close flush with no gap No tools should be required beyond basic hand tools Important: Please handle with care. This is a glass sauna unit. The customer will be home and can assist where needed. This is an authorised service call on behalf of Vital+. If you have experience with sauna assembly, flat pack furniture, or glass panel fitting, that's a bonus, but any confident handy person should be able to manage this.

Repair a 30 cm gouge in a painted plasterboard garage wall

$300

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

26th Jun 2026

The plaster wall of the garage is damaged, need to be filled and sand and probably repainted. Damage is about 30 cm long

It is a pleasure to work with Abdullah, he communicates well, turn up on time and very good at his trade. We are very pleased.

Licenced electrian needed to install ceiling light

$100

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

I need a licensed electrian to help wire a hanged ceiling light. I've hanged the light, but just need to wire it to a new cord through the ceiling. The light is upstairs and there is roof access. the closest switch board has one switch and an adjustable wheel.

Plastering

$100

Studley Ward VIC, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

We recently had done electrical work done and need some spot plastering to cover the holes left behind/channels created. We also need some repair/patching on an area damaged by water. Photos show the work required.

Install an Internal Wall: frame, plasterboard, insulation, batts,

$1,000

Mont Albert North VIC 3129, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

CARPENTER NEEDED — internal wall frame, plasterboard, insulation + pre-hung door install (supply and install) Looking for an experienced carpenter to supply all materials and build one internal partition wall from scratch, including a pre-hung door. This is a full supply-and-install job. Please provide an itemised quote — **materials and labour separately**. ________________________________________ Scope of Work: 1. Wall Frame • One internal stud wall: 3.65m wide × 2.45m high • 70×35mm MGP10 pine framing • Studs at 450mm centres • Top plate, bottom plate, and noggins included • Wall spans full width of room, fixed to existing walls both ends • Ground floor is timber flooring 2. Door Rough-In • Frame door opening to suit 820mm × 2040mm pre-hung internal door set • King studs, jack studs, and header to standard spec • Carpenter to calculate exact rough opening dimensions based on pre-hung unit specs • Install Bunnings Hume 2040 × 820 LH pre-hung door set (door leaf, jamb, and stop) • Fit architrave both sides • Door to open, close, and latch correctly upon completion 3. Insulation • Fit Earthwool SoundShield R2.5 wall batts within stud cavity prior to boarding 4. Plasterboard • Both sides lined with 10mm CSR Gyprock (2700×1200mm sheets) • Cut and fit around door opening, screw fixed at correct centres • Board only — no taping, setting, or plastering required 5. Cornice • 55mm CSR Gyprock cove cornice both sides of new wall, adhesive fixed ________________________________________ What is NOT in scope: • Taping, plastering, or painting • Any electrical or structural work • Anything not listed above Budget $1000 to $1200. Itemised quotes only — materials and labour listed separately. If your quote exceeds this range, please explain what drives the difference. To Apply: Briefly describe your experience with internal wall framing and door hanging. No generalists please.

Plasterboard wall repair

$100

Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia

22nd Jun 2026

Section of plasterboard wall damaged and needs repair. Hole goes through to the wall cavity, with exposed framework visible. Approx A4-page size or larger (attached for reference). Looking for someone to: • Patch/replace with new sheet • Sand, set and paint to match existing white wall finish Photos attached. Happy to answer any questions before you quote! :)

Electrician to install extra power points

$10

Doncaster VIC, Australia

19th Jun 2026

I am looking for an Electrician to install an extra power point and an antenna point on the wall for the TV. Cutting the board is not an issue since that will be covered using wall panels. It is a double storey house. There are existing power points and antenna point straight down below on the same wall that can be used.

Render brick wall

$500

Blackburn VIC 3130, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Render brick wall 6300x2200 White or light colour finish as it will be painted with a mural

Plastering works in renovation project

$10

Blackburn South VIC 3130, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Meet up to discuss plastering works - new and repair

Thanks for the work !

Plastering repair

$200

Surrey Hills, Victoria

17th May 2026

Need patch repair done remove vent and patch had water sitting intop Ful patch and paint

Great work Easy to work with

Basecoat plastering

$300

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

4th May 2026

Job suitable for newbie plasterer/handyman. I need a first coat of plaster applied to three walls (approx. 20 sqm total) to fill gaps between the bricks and slight levelling. All materials will be supplied. You are welcome to bring your own tools if preferred. Minimal prep and cleaning required, as flooring will be replaced. The job is expected to be completed on the same day (estimated 3–5 hours). Property is a ground floor apartment with private parking available directly beside the unit for easy access.

Nic was prompt, responsive and reliable. Got the job done well and in line with expectations. Very satisfied with my experience and would definitely recommend Nic!

Experienced tradesman to install a wire cable balustrade on staircase.

$10

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

3rd May 2026

I’m looking for an experienced tradesperson to install a stainless steel wire (cable) balustrade on my internal staircase. Holes are already drilled and aligned

Really happy with the work done. Don was punctual, friendly, and took great care with the job. Everything was completed efficiently and looks fantastic. Would absolutely recommend!

I’m looking for an experienced plasterer/painter

$150

Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia

1st May 2026

I’m looking for an experienced plasterer/painter to repair a hole in my ceiling. The hole is approximately 20cm x 20cm. The job includes: * Patching the hole with plasterboard * Finishing and sanding the area smoothly * Repainting the ceiling in white to match the existing finish Please bring your own tools and materials, and ensure the final result blends in well with the surrounding ceiling. Flexible with timing, but would prefer this done within the next few days.

Rohid is super professional and kind! definitely would like to work with him again!

Exterior wall painted over render

$200

Templestowe VIC, Australia

23rd Apr 2026

Paint newly rendered walls.

Excellent tradesman, very clean and tidy. Friendly and good communicator.

Patch Up Render

$10

Blackburn VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2026

There is just small patches damaged from installing the decking. Need the job complete by tomorrow. I posted 2 photos where it needs repaired and the colour

Daniel was great! He came on time and finish the job on time. I highly recommend amazing work

Electrician Needed – Install Power Point in Walk-in Closets

$200

Balwyn North VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2026

Hi, We need an electrician to install a power outlet (GPO/power point) in our walk-in closet. There is already a light in the room with a switch, but currently no power point available. Looking for someone experienced who can safely install the outlet and ensure everything is compliant. 📍 Location: Balwyn North 🕒 Flexible with timing Please bring your own tools and let me know if you need any more details. Thanks!

Highly recommend Tyler! He arrived right on time, had excellent communication throughout, and completed the job very neatly and professionally. Everything was done to a high standard, and I’m really happy with the result. I’ll definitely be contacting him again for future work.

Ceiling Hole Repair – Plasterboard Patch & Paint

$300

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

25th Mar 2026

Need an experienced plasterer to repair a small hole in our internal plaster ceiling above the staircase (see photos). The damaged section needs to be cut out, patched with new plasterboard, set and sanded smooth, then painted to blend in with the existing ceiling. Please supply all materials, provide your own ladder/access equipment suitable for a stair void. Looking for someone who has done ceiling patch repairs before and can achieve a neat, seamless finish.

Exceptional work! Very professional, punctual and an expert in all things plastering. Highly recommended.

Plastering board patch up

$900

Templestowe VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Need plaster patching for holes after removing ducted heating and evaporative cooling vents. Require base coat + top coat + sanding, no painting needed. 8 holes in total

Nice job from Roy! Appreciated for your efforts

Ceiling Plasterboard Repair – Labour Only (This Week, by Saturday)

$200

Templestowe VIC, Australia

17th Mar 2026

Looking for an experienced plasterer/handyman to repair a ceiling plasterboard hole. Job Details: Ceiling hole repair (see photo) Patch and install new plasterboard Set, tape, and sand ready for painting Ensure smooth, flush finish with existing ceiling Materials: I will supply all materials (plasterboard, compound, tape, etc.) You bring your own tools Location: MelbourneTiming: Must be completed by Saturday this week Requirements: Experience with plasterboard/drywall repairs Clean, professional finish Able to match existing ceiling level and texture Please quote for labour only and include your availability. Photo attached for reference.

Frazer did an outstanding job with our plaster work. The finish is absolutely flawless — smooth, clean, and looks like new. He was professional, reliable, and took real pride in the quality of his work. Communication was easy throughout, and he kept everything tidy and on schedule. If you’re after a plasterer who delivers top-quality results without the hassle, I’d highly recommend Frazer. Would definitely use him again.

Electrician to Install a new power point

$200

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

14th Feb 2026

We need a new Power point installed about 5 m from The Switch box

Wonderful work, neat tidy and professional. Thanks.