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  • Wood repair
  • Wood scratch repair
  • Wood restoration
  • Rotted wood repair
  • Wood gouge repair
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Recent Wood Repair reviews in Inner South Melbourne

Moche was so helpful and problem solved fixing a wooden gate structure. I’ll be using him again to help with gardening.

Handyman needed to fix wood panel

$180

Excellent in all aspects. Recommend highly.

Fix wooden gate

$75

Great service and always kept me updated! Highly recommended.

Fix wooden ramp

$300

Paul is a legend to work with even though the job required to work in tight space he demonstrated grit, perseverance and quality skill to made sure it was done perfectly

Roof plumber required to fix wooden board fallen inside the roof

$350

Very helpful and prompt, knew what he was doing.

Need handyman to fix wooden panel attached to blinds

$120

Good nice work

Need to fix wooden pieces to stand using screws

$200

What's the average cost of a wood repair expert in Inner South Melbourne

$133 - $263

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$133

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$200

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$263

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Average reviews for Wood Repair Services in Inner South Melbourne

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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 in Inner South Melbourne

Fix wooden door - sticking when opening

$100

Hampton VIC, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Wooden door is sticking at the bottom when opening/closing. Likely needs to be sanded/planed.

Fix wooden floor scratch

$100

Bonbeach VIC 3196, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Need to fix a scratch on timber floor without replacing the floor

Came on time Did the work as required Will use Nic again

Fix wooden blinds

$200

Brighton East VIC 3187, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Wooden blinds frame and blinds have detached from door, need them fitted back onto the door. Also have a couple of single broken wooden blinds that need replacing (this is not as urgent though).

Christian did an awesome job!

Clear downpipe and fix woodrot

$250

Melbourne VIC 3188, Australia

16th Aug 2026

Gutter down pipe is blocked, and wont clear with a hose, probably needs a snake We have a weather board house that needs small wood rot repairs with builders bog or similar. please quote per wood rot patch. My $250 quote assumes downpipe and 1 woodrot patch. ($150 for downpipe & callout and $100 per woodrot patch fixed)

Fix wood rot on window sill

$150

Parkdale VIC 3195, Australia

2nd May 2026

Noticed soft wood on window sill. Approx 15cm of soft wood, impacting only the sill, weather boards feels fine

Handyman needed to fix wooden door alignment

$100

Brighton VIC, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Looking for a handyman to fix a wooden double door. The door doesn’t fully close and there’s a tiny gap preventing it from locking. The lock itself should be fine, but it would be good if it could be checked. Job likely involves adjusting hinges, realigning the door, or minor trimming if needed.

Fix woodwork on glass sliding door (inside) and fly wire on security!

$250

Chelsea VIC 3196, Australia

7th Feb 2026

Hi, my small dog scratched this when first moved in. Would love to get it fixed. Would hopefully need sanding, a bit of wood bog and painting. I’m happy to supply everything if you don’t have, just let me know what I have to get! I also need a fly screen fixed as well on the same doorframe, pictures are attached.

Fix wooden step

$40

Elsternwick VIC, Australia

7th Feb 2026

This bottom step is loose and doesn’t clip back in.

Fast, high communication and he even cleaned up! Don’t hesitate - book him.

Fix wooden fencing

$100

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

3rd Feb 2026

Require an experience fencer to remove a section of property side fence and patch a gap in the same fence.

Liberty was very responsive in his communication and he did a good job

Fix wooden door

$200

Caulfield North VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2025

My dog got locked in the bathroom and the door handle is often jammed. Had to force the door open and it’s broken. I am looking for a carpenter to fix the door.

Fix wooden door frame

$300

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

8th Dec 2025

Need wooden door frame to be fixed due to water damage

Roof plumber required to fix wooden board fallen inside the roof

$350

Highett VIC 3190, Australia

23rd Nov 2025

Wooden board fallen inside the roof due to strong winds need to fix it

Paul is a legend to work with even though the job required to work in tight space he demonstrated grit, perseverance and quality skill to made sure it was done perfectly

Fix wooden floor

$200

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

11th Nov 2025

Stain on wood has come off from nail polish Needs sanding down and repainting. Already have varnish

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.

Moche was so helpful and problem solved fixing a wooden gate structure. I’ll be using him again to help with gardening.

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 side gate

$50

Highett VIC, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Looking for an experienced handyman or carpenter to permanently fix a side gate post that keeps coming loose. The gate post is mounted into Hebel (aerated concrete) and has been repaired twice before but continues to loosen with use. I want it done properly this time . Details: • Location: Highett 3190 • Gate post is timber, mounted into a Hebel-rendered wall • Gate latch needs to be sturdy and functional after repair • Must be securely fixed to withstand daily use and outdoor conditions • Open to recommendations Photos attached for reference. Please quote including labour and materials, or let me know if you want to inspect first.

Fix wooden sliding door rollers

$5

Brighton VIC, Australia

17th Apr 2025

Please quote: Have an old external glass sliding door and rollers appear to be broken . Please replace and fix sliding mechanism

Fix wooden gate

$150

Highett VIC, Australia

21st Feb 2025

Our wooden side gate jams and difficult to open. It has a metal latch. We think hinges need to be tightened or replaced. Please send quotes.

Fix wooden fence

$200

Carnegie VIC 3163, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Need to fix the broken fence, it is quite straightforward , please look at the damage from the pictures. The rotten one needs to be replaced though. Please quote for the entire work, not in parts.

Fix wooden floorboard

$50

Moorabbin VIC 3189, Australia

16th Feb 2025

Fix the wooden floor board using adhesive