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Recent Tradesman reviews in Inner South Melbourne

Friendly, punctual, reliable and did a great job. Would definitely use again

Take down 2 awning blinds

$100

Great work. Friendly and workmanship is excellent. Would highly recommend.

Electrician needed to add 3 double power points

$450

Fabulous couple to deal with Highly recommend

Plastering

$150

Without a doubt the best attitude, enthusiasm and reliability I’ve come across in building work to date. How did an excellent and professional job. I highly recommend him.

Plastering

$1,800

Such a great job patching up holes in the ceiling and fixing around ceiling fans. Couldn’t recommend more! And did the job on his birthday too!

Plastering on ceiling where 3 light fixings used to be

$250

Excellent work. Highly recommend

Ceiling Plastering work - Small

$120

What's the average cost of a tradesman in Inner South Melbourne

$160 - $450

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$160

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$250

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$450

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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 Inner South Melbourne

Softwash exterior render wall

$500

Highett VIC 3190, Australia

30th Jul 2026

I'd like to get the exterior rendered wall soft wash prior to repainting.

Infared sauna set up

$120

Melbourne VIC 3188, Australia

27th Jul 2026

Set up 2 seater Infared sauna

Need a electrician to install 2 power points in roof cavity

$200

Carnegie VIC 3163, Australia

26th Jul 2026

I have had 2 velux skylights installed but need 2 power points installed so they can open. Old art deco house. Pitched roof.

Hang Pictures on Plasterboard Walls

$50

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

25th Jul 2026

There are 6 pictures / boards to be hanged. Each has 2 hooks so 12 screws are needed. We don't have the screws so will need to get them. All on plasterboard walls

Excellent work.. right on time and easy to work with!! Highly recommend!!

Plastering work and paintover

$500

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Fill in A/C cut outs(9) and a few old ducted vaccum plug holes (3) in walls as well as garage ceiling (5.4m x 7.5m) to be installed.

Labourer to help install sauna - NOW

$45

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Need a labourer to assist our technician in installing a sauna. Handy on the tools is an advantage. Tons of ongoing work opportunities. $45 per hour

Easy to work with. :)

Labourer to help install sauna - NOW

$80

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Need a labourer to assist our technician in installing a sauna. Handy on the tools is an advantage. Tons of ongoing work opportunities. $80/2 hours.

Plasterer.decoration

$10

Patterson Lakes VIC 3197, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

X2 holes in walls. Need a skilled painter .decorator who patches tgen paints x2 sections . Paint.plaster supplied

Power point installation

$200

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

21st Jul 2026

I need one power point installed in the bedroom and another on the decking.

Electrician to install a double power point for outdoor blinds.

$200

Brighton East, Victoria

20th Jul 2026

We have just installed outdoor blinds that require a plug in motor. We need an electrician to supply a double power point to the ceiling of the alfresco area.

Efficient and friendly and came at short notice. Highly recommend.

Need plasterer to fix manhole entrance

$300

Ormond VIC 3204, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Need a plasterer to fix a manhole that was accidentally fallen through. Paint included

Did all work to a high standard

Handyman: Plastering and fixing

$120

St Kilda East VIC 3183, Australia

13th Jul 2026

Plaster and paint ceiling Fix integrated dishwasher cupboard door Fix loose wardrobe panel

Thanks so much for plastering and patching Darren, and for the extra advice you provided on the window frame!

Plastering

$250

Cheltenham, VIC

24th Jun 2026

We need some plastering done in our laundry and toilet after some plumbing work. If can also do waterproofing just in the corner where the sink will go.

Thanks Ka for your great work. Would highly recommend.

Rinse sauna stones, connect wifi and launch a suna

$300

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

17th Jun 2026

I have a sauna that is already fully assembled and connected to power. I need someone to: -Rinse and correctly place the sauna stones -Connect the sauna to Wi-Fi -Complete any required setup/configuration -Turn the sauna on and ensure it's operating correctly -Test all functions and confirm everything is working as intended Looking for someone who is handy with technology and comfortable following setup instructions if required.

easy to work with. thank you

Paint and patch up front rendered fence

$250

Chelsea VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Paint and patch up cracks of rendered fence

Great service! Thank you Michael.

Render this wall

$400

Beaumaris VIC 3193, Australia

9th Jun 2026

Need this wall rendered front, top and maybe 100-200mm on the inside. 7.7m long x 3 courses high.

Daniel did a great job and goes above and beyond for his clients.

Replace Single Power Point with 4-GPO Power Point (Supply & Install)

$120

Kooyong VIC, Australia

1st Jun 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician to supply and install a 4-point power outlet (4 GPO) in place of an existing single power point. Important: The existing power point is installed within a skirting board that is 100mm (10cm) high, so the replacement power point must be 100mm high or less to ensure it fits neatly within the skirting board and does not protrude above it. Scope of works: * Supply a white 4-GPO power point. * Remove existing single power point. * Install new 4-GPO power point. * Test all outlets and ensure everything is working correctly. * Dispose of old fitting if required. Notes: * No wall repairs, patching, plastering or painting will be required. * Photos of the existing outlet and the style of outlet I’m looking for are attached. * Looking for a neat, straightforward installation with minimal fuss. I’ve listed this job at $120, so please keep quotes realistic and close to budget where possible. If there are any genuine reasons the cost would be significantly higher, please explain what additional work would be required. Location: Kooyong Timing: flexible

Matt was absolutely brilliant - accommodating, efficient, trustworthy. Did the job quickly and on budget. Highly recommend.

Replace the batteries in motorised awning sensor

$75

Brighton East VIC, Australia

29th May 2026

Our motorised folding arm awning is not retracting as it should, and we have been advised it’s likely because the motion sensor batteries need replacing. We require someone with a ladder and tools to locate the awning’s motion sensor/s and replace the batteries (3x AAA batteries, provided). Instructions included in the photos section. Would prefer someone with experience in servicing motorised awnings in case other repairs may be necessary.

Dean was really friendly and knowledgeable, completing our job in record time! He was also great at communicating his ETA (due to traffic delays out of his control) which was much appreciated. Highly recommend his services!

Patch a plasterboard wall

$250

Hampton VIC 3188, Australia

23rd May 2026

Patch and repair a hole in a plasterboard wall.

Did a great job, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Abdullah.

Plasterer to quote a job for a garage/workshop

$10

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

5th May 2026

Builder here looking for a Plastering crew. Please see scope below : Scope of work - hanging sheets , stop up , sand. Area: garage workshop and toilet. All Walls and ceiling. - please price for labour cost. NO pics available as the garage will be framed up early June. Budget offered is for a quote. 2.4 m height. All walls and ceiling (superceil boards for ceiling ) Straight on joists. 55mm Cove cornices Located in Chadstone Start date 25th June

Fast respons, great communication. Highly recommended