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Recent Wood Repair reviews
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Replace /Fix wooden door
$250
Great friendly service, excellent communication on the job. Thanks!
Handyman to help fix wooden hinges on old door
$250
Bowen was a pleasure to deal with. The job was completed perfectly aswell.
Fix Wooden Fence
$300
On time and the jobs were completed promptly! Very helpful.
Fix wooden blinds and toilet seat
$120
Always a pleasure . Polite and friendly and excellent work Thank you again. See you next time
Affix wooden ethnicraft shelf to wall
$80
Bill was great. Prompt replying and professional to deal with.
Balmain Fix wooden frame of Queen Bed
$60
What's the average cost of a wood repair expert
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$168
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Why book wood repair services through Airtasker?
Whether you need a functional piece of furniture repaired pronto or an antique piece that you want to be restored and used again, Airtasker can connect you to capable Taskers that deliver on the quality that you’ve come to expect for your precious possessions. Wood repair services come in a variety of specialisations and repair options that should be able to fit any client’s needs and demands.
Working with a limited budget? Just put up a task for wood restoration near you and have interested Taskers send you a quote that should fit your needs with what you have on hand. Quotations are free, so it’s only a matter of choosing the right Tasker for the job.
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Top Wood Repair related questions
While there have been reports of not-so-safe wood finishes for repair projects, rest assured that Taskers comply with safety standards for the actual end product and with the materials they use while doing the work. You may consult with Taskers for more specifics about toxic substances concerning their line of work and other options that are available for you.
It’ll depend on many facets of the project. How many pieces do you need to be repaired? How much damage has the wood incurred? Some factors also include how large, old and delicate the pieces are and what approach your Tasker will use to repair or restore the pieces. Some can take a few days; others, weeks. It would be best to consult with your Tasker to manage timelines and expectations.
If you only need one piece of furniture repaired and it’s pretty much used daily, then you’ll need to make arrangements to use something else in the meantime. If you have multiple pieces on queue, then perhaps Taskers can work on them one at a time, so you don’t lose functional home pieces all at once. Make sure to discuss this with your Tasker to see how both of you can approach this matter.
Some restorers believe that restoring antique furniture to peak condition or better can increase its value, especially when considering usability. However, some people think that restoring antiques, in general, takes away their historical value. It depends on how you see antique wooden furniture: is it something you intend to use and pass on, or is it something to cherish and keep as is?
Simply put, patina is just the natural ageing of material while damage already puts your item at risk of breakage. Wood is a raw material that does show its age quite gracefully most of the time. However, if you notice creaks and cracks in your pieces, then perhaps it’s time to consult with your Tasker to see if it’s damaged and negotiate how much you’ll have to spend to get it repaired.
If we’re strictly going by the definition of repair, the answer will likely be no. However, this is where the advantage of the Airtasker platform comes in: you may negotiate with Taskers and see if you can add in other services on top of the intended job. Feel free to discuss and negotiate with your chosen Tasker if you plan on adding custom touches to pieces that are being repaired and restored.
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What do wood repair services include?
Repairing wood is a broad specialisation, but Airtasker is here to help you connect with experts to have your pieces look new or even better. Some materials show their age poorly, especially wooden pieces that previous generations have come to be fond of and passed on to the current generation. From fixing minor imperfections to restoring pieces to be faithful to the original or even make it more usable and durable, here are just some of the services you can expect from wood carpenters near you via Airtasker:
Repairing gouges and scratches
Wood scratch repair and wood gouge repair are simpler repairs that can be done to pieces that have been blemished with relatively minor imperfections. Think about making oak scratch repairs for polished timber floors or existing wooden fences. Taskers will sand down the surface in need of repair and apply the necessary fix to make it better: be it a simple buff to restore scratched wood or the use of fillers to treat gouges. A wood finish will then be applied to protect the surface from damage which should boost durability.
Wood restoration
Sometimes, wood cannot be brought back to working order with a simple wood repair near you. A complete restoration is needed to bring your pieces back to life. Be it because of old age or excessive damage due to misuse or forces of nature, let Taskers be your handymen to get restorations done with finesse. Your furniture would look better than it did before!
Wood veneer repair and restoration
Wood veneer is a thin layer of wood glued on top of wood, metal, or other surfaces. The goal of a wood veneer is to add a different and better-controlled look and feel to your pieces. However, given the use of a thin layer of wood which is a naturally occurring material, repair and restoration are pretty much inevitable at some point. Have Taskers do the repairs for you, and they’ll come back with shiny pieces that look like treasures that you cherish.
Modernising antiques
Sometimes it’s not enough to simply restore scratched wood, especially for antique furniture. For the modernist who wants a functional piece of history in the house, Taskers can fix or repair antique furniture. Up to you if you merely wish to have it restored aesthetically or if you want a functional piece of history right at home.
Recent Wood Repair tasks
Fix wooden fence
$200
Oakleigh South VIC, Australia
14th Oct 2025
Fix the fence. The wooden fence has several broken panels and loose posts. Please see attached photos for details.
Fix wooden fence
$200
Burradoo NSW, Australia
13th Oct 2025
Replace a couple of wooden fence pickets and stabilise the main post
Great to work with - reliable, punctual, good work.
Handyman to fix wooden bed joint
$120
Hornsby NSW 2077, Australia
12th Oct 2025
A wooden king size bed has had a joint ripped off from the screws. The bed is rather heavy but I can lend a hand with it. As you will see from the pictures, the screws can't go back to the original holes as the wood is splintered.
Fix wooden leg of Nick Scally couch
$200
Cherrybrook NSW, Australia
11th Oct 2025
The wooden leg of our nick scali couch has come off. Only the back two legs. We need it to be fixed by COB Monday 13 Sep. refer to the pictures. Back legs only.
On time, clear communication, with quality
Fix wooden letter box
$90
Croydon VIC 3136, Australia
10th Oct 2025
Remove and dispose of the rotten timber on letterbox Supply materials and construct the letterbox with new timbers and screws.
Handyman needed to fix wood panel
$180
Caulfield South VIC, Australia
9th Oct 2025
Handy man needed to fix wood panel in front of gas heater that’s weather worn. Structure still sturdy.
Fix wooden legs on dining table
$300
Curtin ACT 2605, Australia
8th Oct 2025
One of the legs of our dining table recently broke. We need a handy carpenter to either rebuild the leg, or fix the current one. Click on below dropbox link to see PDF containing images and details of the break. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/yedzvkixliwfwil7o04j8/Our-dining-table.pdf?rlkey=dg6pqiic0g2pkayyxz56j8k1t&dl=0
Fix wooden Corbet/bracket under window
$100
Caulfield South VIC, Australia
7th Oct 2025
From chat gpt: 1. What they’re called: Broken wooden corbel/bracket under the window sill outside house. 2. Fix suggestion: From the picture, it looks like the corbel has split away where it meets the wall/sill — probably from age, weathering, or moisture. Here are your options: If the piece is still intact: Remove any loose paint/wood fragments. Apply a strong exterior wood adhesive (like Titebond III or similar). Reattach it firmly into position and use exterior-grade screws or nails angled upward into the sill to secure it. Countersink the screws slightly and fill over with exterior wood filler.
Fix wooden deck
$350
Mount Martha VIC, Australia
5th Oct 2025
We have an old wooden deck that needs requires a small area of repair, approximately 1.5 x 1m. Boards are 19mm deep, 67mm wide. We don’t want to rip up any existing boards. We just want a cheap & cheerful patch up. Of note, the plant will be removed & this area will need fixing. No painting required. Price is $200 for labour plus materials. Open to offers.
Lovely to communicate with. Did a fantastic job. Would hire again with no issues.
Wood repair on house
$1,000
Toowong QLD, Australia
25th Sep 2025
Wooden doors frames, windows frames and some panels need looked at repaired or replaced.
Fix Wooden Door Latch
$150
Beaumont Hills NSW 2155, Australia
1st Sep 2025
I need a carpenter or handyman to repair a broken latch on my wooden door (see attached photos). The latch has come loose and may need reattaching or replacing so the door can close and lock securely again. Requirements: • Supply tools and screws (replacement latch if required) • Ensure latch is securely fixed and functional
Dylan was fast and responsive And easy to communicate with Also the job was done perfectly
Fix wooden slide door
$50
Deer Park VIC 3023, Australia
10th Aug 2025
Wooden slide door is stuck, won't be able to move at all. Needed to be fixed asap please
Excellent job done, came in such a short notice. Thank you very much
Carpenter Required - Fix Wooden Door
$5
Springfield Lakes QLD 4300, Australia
1st Jul 2025
The wooden door is broken.Request if this could be attached.
Fixed this wooden door was perfectly done on a budget, while he was punctual and communicated well.
Fix wooden fence
$1,000
Ocean Grove VIC, Australia
27th Jun 2025
Fence needs fixing. Damaged posts x 3. Rotten. Rails and pailings fine.
Michael attended to the task quickly and efficiently! Highly recommend!
Fix wood back on fence
$40
Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
23rd Jun 2025
Easy task to place two pieces of wood back on fence it’s just fixing it back on as it’s fallen
Great job and amazing attention to detail! Thank you
Fix Wooden Fence and Gate
$150
Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia
26th May 2025
Need a fence fixed, gate fixed and gate stopper reattached. All as per photos. Need to supply and cut wood. Nil painting required.
Cannot recommend enough. Great job. Very efficient and easy to communicate with. Fair pricing for the quality of work. Will use again.
Fix Wooden Side Gate
$250
Maroubra NSW, Australia
13th May 2025
The door itself is still intact as are the hinges, but the wood post that is attached to the frame has split and needs to be replaced and the hinges reattached.
Great guy and very efficient. Great quickly off work and I highly recommend Simon for any job!
Fix wooden doors
$400
Paddington NSW 2021, Australia
30th Apr 2025
The wood has rotted through on these doors so the door locks/handles can’t be screwed into the wood. Want to repair and not replace the doors. May need new door handles and locks and if so can buy these ready to be installed with the job. Two doors in total! Updated with pictures of the handles
Thanks so much! 10/10 recommend
Fix wooden side gate
$80
Bentley Park QLD, Australia
26th Apr 2025
Need side gate fixed. Bottom part broken and can’t close and lock it properly.
Julien did a great job, had great comunication and provided materials. I’m very happy with the results
Carpentry - Fix wood around my window
$150
Frankston VIC, Australia
17th Apr 2025
Please fix the wood around the window - I don't want the entire window replaced - repair chipped (and potentially rotting) wood around window as there is a small gap when window is closed.
Ben was clear with communication and di the job as requested. No complaints and happy with service provided






