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Recent Carpentry reviews in Melbourne

So impressed with his repair!

Stained glass panel repair. Quite a small hole

$800

Great work re-sizing a wooden table base to fit a marble top. Very pleased with the result - thanks!

Small Carpentry Job - Alteration to wooden side table base

$120

On time and the jobs were completed promptly! Very helpful.

Fix wooden blinds and toilet seat

$120

Beautiful plastering work!

Repair plasterboard mirror cabinet

$10

Great work and very friendly!

Cut desk (wooden top and metal brackets)

$100

Alex was easy to work with and completely satisfied my request.

Qoute - Cabinet maker to raise cabinetry above cooktop burner

$20

What's the average cost of a carpenter in Melbourne

$129 - $500

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Recent Joiner reviews in Melbourne

James was great in communicating when he could come and completed the task to a high level of quality and detail. Will be sure to keep using in the future.

Put together flat pack joinery units

$800

Very knowledgeable and professional. Great job!

Kitchen cupboard (joinery) and light strip repair

$200

Awesome job. So happy with the process and how the kitchen has come together. True luck in finding Frank and his team George and Joe at such short notice through airtasker. They were on the ball and such a great team to work with. My partner says true gentlemen. Problems and pressure points all discussed and solved effectively. Would highly recommend Frank to install your kitchen and we hope to hire them again in the future.

Need a carpenter or joiner to install kitchen cabinets.

$2,000

James is a superstar. He has a great skills with the tools and did a neat job. Very approachable and reliable. Keep up the good work Jim!

Joinery Installation + Minor Renovation Tasks

$800

thanks Ryan, quick and easy

Cupboard hinge repair and joinery glue

$80

Thanks for the prompt attendance today.

Drill holes in joinery and steel cabinet

$100

What's the average cost of a joiner in Melbourne

$117 - $612

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$117

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$268

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$612

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What do carpenters near me do?

Whether you’re planning a major renovation on your home or you simply want to make things look a bit nicer, hiring carpenters near me for small jobs or chippy can help you with many different tasks. Carpenters use other types of power tools and hand tools to carry on building and construction work. 

Carpentry work is generally broken down into two types: rough and finish. Rough carpentry refers to work that doesn’t have an intricate look, as it’s covered up – often by bricks, tiles, or plaster work. Finish carpentry covers the work that will be on display, so needs to have a nicer finish. Furniture, decking, and window frames all fall into this second category. 

Carpenters for decking

Many Australian homes are blessed with a large backyard and plenty of sunny hours to enjoy that space. A decking specialist can add an outdoor deck or upgrade an existing one that opens up your outdoor space. This is great if you want to entertain guests or eat outside as a family during the sunny months. 

Carpenters for cabinet-making

Cabinet makers are one example of finish carpentry, because of the high level of detail that goes into their end products. Unlike structural work, it’s important that a cabinet looks nice, so this type of carpenter is a lot more focused on fine details. Cabinet makers often specialise in other forms of furniture making too. 

Refinishing carpentry

While structural carpentry is concerned with jobs on the large end of the scale, trim or refinishing carpentry looks at jobs like wood staining and removal of old finish. A trim carpenter is the way to go if you want someone to fix up your skirting boards, cornicing, or a similar aspect of your home.

Custom made furniture

A house isn’t a home without a few personal touches, and if you’d rather avoid the cookie-cutter Ikea approach to decorating your property, hiring a carpenter to create custom-made furniture can make you stand out. Whether you want chairs, tables, or a shoe rack, or even kitchen installation there’s someone nearby who can help. 

Joinery carpenters

Joinery services encompass the craftsmanship of creating and joining wood in workshops, distinct from on-site carpentry. These services range from bespoke projects to crafting timber buildings, emphasizing precision and passion. Joiners play a crucial role in interior woodwork, window and door production, and specialized construction, offering tailored and quality timber solutions.

Recent Carpentry tasks in Melbourne

Cabinet maker to resize carcus for new fridge Miele KS7743E .

$550

Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Existing intergrated fridge required to be taken out it’s around 1500 and that size is no longer made . Replacement intergrated fridge Miele KS7743E height is between 1772-1788 as a result internal horizontal carcus needs to replaced or moved up . Side and backs potentially ok . Existing top cupboard door will need to recut from the top . Possibly new door white high gloss required other option is for stainless steel door from Liebherr 39902007. If making custom white door is not of interest. Anyone interested needs to be prepared and view the job . Price I’m prepared to pay includes moving integrated ( not disposable) and making the fridge door and hanging . Including materials for hanging .

Outdoor joinery / mini courtyard reno

$2,500

Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

I'm looking for an experienced handyman or carpenter to help improve a small outdoor courtyard area in Balaclava. Scope of work includes: 1. Outdoor cupboards: Existing timber cupboard doors are rotting and a couple have fallen off. Need to replace all doors with weatherproof materials (open to recommendations) 2. Remove freestanding bench: Separately, there is a freestanding bench that we would like to dismantle and remove 3. Improve nook area: Removing the freestanding bench will create a nook where we would like to install a built-in bench seat (possibly with storage underneath) 4. General tidy-up, including pressure washing the area (including the deck and stone benchtop) Notes: - Open to recommendations - Open to quotes (please include time and materials) - Happy to facilitate site visits

Fix the cabinet door

$50

Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

The bi fold door is not connect each other need it to connect Locations: 250 Elizabeth st cbd

Install wooden doors under BBQ

$900

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

1st Apr 2026

Installation of cupboard style doors under BBQ area. Doors to be black butt timber faced doors . See photo of BBQ Area and mock up drawing of how the doors are to look. NOTE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE MATERIALS

Cut two straight lines through a wooden table top

$20

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

1st Apr 2026

I have a round wooden table top. It is not attached to a base. I need someone to make two STRAIGHT cuts (where I marked with blue) to make the table narrower. You can set up in the carport of my apartment building (there is a power point you can plug into) I'm assuming you will need a saw table and/or guide rail. Thanks

Joe did an excellent job. Great communicator. He was punctual, had all the required tools, and paid real attention to detail. I strongly recommend!

Repair/Restain Scratches on dark wood floor

$100

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

Deep scratches on wood floor from moving furniture, possibly need help to restain/repair without having to replace floorboards, make it less noticeable

Parking garage storage cabinet

$800

Southbank VIC, Australia

31st Mar 2026

Need a price to either Build/fit/install garage storage solution - as soon as possible - in undercover car park in apartment block in Southbank. Main purpose is to store 14 plastic storage boxes, containing documents etc. Storage box dimensions: 680mm (L) x 450mm (W) x 170mm (D) The boxes can stack on top of each other (in one unit, or in the bottom of each unit if multiple units) The ideal solution is for storage boxes to be stored with length inside the depth of the cabinet (width of storage boxes facing front to back). The solution can be multiple cabinets. Should have multiple/adjustable/removable shelves above storage boxes. Shelves need to be able to carry approx 20kg. The solution needs to be lockable. The maximum dimensions/space that the solution needs to fit are: 2600mm (L) x 2200 (H) x 900mm (D) Cabinets need to be securely anchored (to stop toppling) at the top into concrete wall. In the attached photos the space is on the left of the picture and behind black vehicle. Space can be inspected from Easter Saturday.

Fix table base, basic joinery

$65

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

31st Mar 2026

Basic joinery to table base so that it can support table top. One of the feet are missing. One of the joins at the table base has come apart. Table base needs to provide a stable base for this table top only.

6hrs Cabinetry work

$10

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

30th Mar 2026

Hey Need a cabinetmaker to help knock up some cabinets for installation into offices. 20 x Cabinets total.. L 960 x H 800 x D 600. Install work available after cabinets are constructed.

Repair broken timber panel under window (2nd story)

$300

Brunswick West VIC 3055, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Timber panel/cladding under window is cracked and breaking. There appears to be a gap under the window frame that may lead into the floor cavity Located on second story so ladder required. Need someone to inspect, repair/replace timber and seal the gap to weatherproof. Prefer carpenter or experienced handyman Please include materials if needed

Friendly and got the job done promptly

Make hole in cupboard and wooden board

$60

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Hello, I’m in need of a handyman with a drill to carry out a small job – specifically, making a larger hole in a cupboard and drilling through a piece of wood. The work can be done this evening or tomorrow evening at your convenience. No additional work is required beyond the drilling itself.

Great individual and super great at communication! Thanks for your help

Drill cable hole in metal ikea cabinets

$75

Windsor VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2026

I need a cable hole drilled in 2 ikea rudsta metal cabinet to turn them into greenhouses. I will need a cable hole cover for each of the cabinets as well. This is what I'm doing for reference (10:35 she drills the hole) https://youtu.be/gdWqxjSRkCk?si=wNEuoDCEXCrponjr

Came the very next day to do the job.

Fix and finish carpentry repairs

$400

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Fix two external doors not lining up or latching. Remove rotten skirting board and door jambs and replace with new moisture resistant timber that I will supply.

Unbelievably fast and great craftsman!

Reattach cabinet door on cabinet

$50

Collingwood VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2026

My cabinet door has fallen off the hinges and needs to be hung back up. There are now large holes where the hinges used to be so these may need to be refilled and new screws drilled?

Chengjun was friendly and professional, and completed the task perfectly. Highly recommend!

A wooden structure built

$500

Richmond VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Need a wooden box built to cover irrigation system

This guy is good!! Easy to deal with. Well-priced. Quality build on a timber project.

Timber Door Repair

$120

Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia

18th Mar 2026

See photos. Have a timber door which needs repair.

Overall, good experience. Thanks

Fix Timber Step

$400

St Kilda VIC, Australia

13th Mar 2026

Need a carpenter or handyman to fix this broken step on our back staircase of our bar

Awesome thank you. Good man.

Build custom shelf to existing cupboard

$300

Richmond VIC, Australia

11th Mar 2026

Supply and build/attach custom shelves to existing cupboard I’ve outlined where I want the 3 extra shelves Color matching of shelf not necessary/optional

Super happy with the result!! Thank you

IKEA integrated dishwasher cabinet fix up

$200

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Our IKEA integrated dishwasher is not opening / closing properly - we need someone to go check out what the issue is and either resolve it with new hinges / etc. or installing a new cabinet front to the dishwasher with proper hinges/rails. I believe it wasn't installed right in the first place, and was GLUED onto the dishwasher instead of on the conecting rails. So some kind of glue removal might be required to save us from replacing the whole dishwasher. OR remove the (damaged?) IKEA cabinet door and PICK UP another one from IKEA in richmond / springvale. I can give you the exact products we purchased with the original kitchen. I basically need someone to work out what the problem is, and solve it haha. Let me know if you're my guy/gal! Available Saturday for urgent attn.

Legend! Sorted us out, we had short timelines and Hugh was super reliable in this mission. He diagnosed the issue, uninstalled our dishwasher and installed a new one. Integrated. Big job - done well!

Repair plasterboard mirror cabinet

$10

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2026

Hello this cabinet has been recessed into the wall so I need repairs on the plaster pls Inc the PowerPoint which will be moved.

Beautiful plastering work!

Recent Joiner tasks in Melbourne

Outdoor joinery / mini courtyard reno

$2,500

Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

I'm looking for an experienced handyman or carpenter to help improve a small outdoor courtyard area in Balaclava. Scope of work includes: 1. Outdoor cupboards: Existing timber cupboard doors are rotting and a couple have fallen off. Need to replace all doors with weatherproof materials (open to recommendations) 2. Remove freestanding bench: Separately, there is a freestanding bench that we would like to dismantle and remove 3. Improve nook area: Removing the freestanding bench will create a nook where we would like to install a built-in bench seat (possibly with storage underneath) 4. General tidy-up, including pressure washing the area (including the deck and stone benchtop) Notes: - Open to recommendations - Open to quotes (please include time and materials) - Happy to facilitate site visits

Fix table base, basic joinery

$65

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

31st Mar 2026

Basic joinery to table base so that it can support table top. One of the feet are missing. One of the joins at the table base has come apart. Table base needs to provide a stable base for this table top only.

Help me build some storage under my stairs at work (joinery?)

$1,000

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

26th Mar 2026

I have a small storage space under stairs at work, that I want a VERY basic storage sollution that feels more organised / neat. The microwave and fridge need to stay in, but down for new ideas. I have a small business, so I dont have a huge budget, but want help organising it / making it better. I would also obvs cover costs of materials.

Microcement joinery

$1,000

Northcote VIC, Australia

15th Mar 2026

I’m building an outdoor kitchen out of timber and want to render it off with microcement. Looking for help to do this - essentially microcement the carcass and sides (not the doors)

Install joinery in outdoor pool area, clad wall.

$500

Toorak VIC 3142, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Install pre-made cabinet in cavity near pool area. Will need to cleanly cut an opening for pool pump in rear of cabinet. Install cladding over existing timber structure in style of reference procure. All materials including cabinet will be supplied. Installer will need to supply own tools, and fixings. Quality chippies / experienced apprentice only please.

Nice to work with, punctual and good communication.

Joinery: low decorative premium birch plywood wall

$500

Collingwood VIC, Australia

7th Mar 2026

_Finished wall size: 1120x965x150 _Subframe + 18mm Premium Birch Plywood Panelling _Ideally built off-site as there is not much manoeuvring space in the apartment _install on site includes fixing to existing wall and existing kitchen counter top _site measure required _birch plywood can be supplied Potentially other joinery items to follow after this wall installation.

Needing some joinery and wood work done at my office.

$150

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

25th Feb 2026

I need some wood reattached to a wall, there is a table attached to it so that has come loose as well.

Prompt and great communication!

Cabinet door joinery and glass replacement

$150

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

7th Jan 2026

We have a cabinet door which has come undone and needs glass replacement. All pieces are available just need the glass. And the joinery of the wood. The last photo shows how it is supposed to look.

I am looking for a joiner or handyman to install a bookshelf.

$550

Richmond VIC, Australia

6th Jan 2026

I need to install a Vertio shelving system from King Living in a ground floor home office. The shelves come as a flat pack but need to be assembled and attached to the wall. Preference for someone experienced with heavy wall/ceiling mounted shelves. I've attached the configuration with measurements.

Raymond was excellent. Easy to work with and great communication.

Supply and install additional joinery shelf unit to existing cabinet

$180

West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia

5th Jan 2026

Supply and install additional black joinery shelf to existing cabinet, including all fixings. Refer attached photos for what the cabinet looks like, and tape measure against the dimensions. Shelf needs to be approximately 470mm deep x 705mm wide x 16mm thick (to match existing). I will remove all of the glassware and storage items and re-put them back myself once new shelf is installed. Let me know if you need any additional info.

Easy to deal with, excellent work

Carpentry and Joinery for Restaurant

$1,500

Brunswick East, Victoria

18th Dec 2025

Restaurant renovations, all joinery work. Budget is flexible.

Joinery | Wall Panels

$9,999

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Needing Silver Wall Panels Installed ** Quote on labour only. Material will be supplied (attached). To be pressed to MDF by joiner. Supply and Install Wall Paneling 2.7m High with 10mm Shadow line joins Description: Roughly 40 LM. 100 Sq2 Glue and press laminate wall paneling. (Laminate to be provided by client). Fabricate 2x curved walls in same laminate. Inclusive of Laminating supplied doors.

Cabinetmaking joinery

$150

Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

11th Dec 2025

I have a gap alongside my fridge approx ~185cm x ~20cm which I want to be covered by a hinged wood cupboard front made from spare cabinet fronts to match the rest of the kitchen. I need a cabinetmaker or woodworker to: - cut supplied spare ikea cabinets to size - remove the existing square border edging on the cabinets and re-glue onto the cut side - put a backing on the cabinets to enable the required length to be reached (spare cabinets are not long enough to use a single item) - install the new cabinet front on simple hinges (not supplied) in the space allocated. Please note the budget ive set is just a placeholder, I would need a breakdown from qualified taskers to know how to price this item. .

Seeking joiner to install cabinets in cafe reno

$5,000

South Melbourne, Victoria

27th Nov 2025

Seeking joiner who can use our GoCabinets flatpack account to create shop drawings, finalise design, order custom joinery in flat pack and then install. Labour only required. We will provide all material.

Joinery Installation

$50

Northcote VIC, Australia

29th Oct 2025

Joinery Installation Kitchen, Bathroom, Powder, Laundry, 6 x robes

Electrician required to supply and install a LED light in joinery

$300

South Yarra VIC, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

Need an LED strip light with diffuser installed inside a recess that is 18 wide x14 deep x 950mm long

Great to deal with, highly recommend

Cabenit maker/ joinery jobs

$200

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

19th Oct 2025

I have a few things I need done in my apartment. An ironing board that I’d like turned into a normal drawer, a pantry I’d like to wheel out further if possible, some shelves I’d like drawers (about 6 - 8) and a sliding door to laundry that gets stuck and needs trimming.

Caulking around bath and kitchen fixtures and joinery units (30m)

$250

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

11th Oct 2025

to remove existing caulking and re caulking in bathrooms and kitchen and laundry

Miguel was very thorough and did a great job

Hang pictures/things, fix cabinet joinery

$100

Rucker Ward VIC, Australia

18th Sep 2025

Location is northcote 3070 Hang 4 paintings One soap dispenser Attach measuring table to wall Fix wonky cabinet joinery on 2 buffet tables

Fantastic, quick and great service. Will book again!

Build a joinery

$2,000

South Yarra VIC, Australia

14th Aug 2025

We need help building a joinery unit in our apartment. Example pictures and wall attached. Wall is 280cm by 270cm (w/h). Paint color in a glossy white.