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Recent Handyman reviews in Illawarra

Did a great job on our front, back & laundry doors. Very professional & timely. Highly recommend!

External Door Install - X3

$500

Great guy and awesome job, will definitely use Sol for any future work!

Unbox and install folding clothes line to brick wall

$75

Sol was great - really responsive, really helpful. Highly recommend.

Removal of clothes line

$80

Very efficient and friendly

2 x fly screen

$100

The guys were great. Really quick at communication, friendly, they turned up when they said they would and did more than we asked. Will definitely use them again. Thank you!

Kitchen Sink Plumbing

$700

Removed shower screen for me, job done on same day of post, thanks Jim!

Remove glass shower screen

$80

What's the average cost of a handyman in Illawarra

$150 - $395

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Illawarra

Exceptional work, great attention to detail

Home maintenance

$900

Amazing work as always

Home maintenance

$450

Always a helpful hand

Home maintenance

$770

did the jobs well, would use them again

General maintenance

$100

There’s a reason I keep using him, he’s the best.

Home Maintenance

$400

Pleasure as always.

Home maintenance

$770

What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Illawarra

$175 - $770

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$380

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Top Handyman related questions

If you're looking for related services in Illawarra, some of the most popular on Airtasker right now include Garden Shed Installation & Repair, Blind Repairs, Gyprock Installation, Ceiling Fan Installation, and Flyscreen Installation. Whatever you need done, you can post a task and get offers from local Taskers in Illawarra.

What do handyman services include?

Have some untackled DIY tasks at home that you can’t seem to find time for? Find a highly skilled handyman near you with remarkable customer service by using Airtasker. 

Here's a list of some handyman services you might find useful:

Handyman service - general handyman

Start chipping away at that growing list of odd jobs around the house. By hiring a general labour handyman or a small jobs handyman near you, you can get several things done expertly and efficiently. Request your Tasker to help you with tasks like pulling up carpets, replacing light bulbs, or hanging shelves so you can focus on finishing work, running your business, or taking care of your kids.

Handyman service - indoor installations and repairs

Whether you need assistance with installing newly bought homeware or fixing old ones to avoid purchasing replacements, you can hire a handyman to cover for you. Have them work on installing curtain rods and blinds, fitting the kitchen sink, setting up pet doors, and even wallpapering. If a home security system is what you need installed, you can book a separate service to make this happen.

A handyman can also help with soundproofing a room. If you're wondering about soundproofing cost, pricing varies based on materials, room size, and labour—get a quote to find the best option for your budget.

Handyman service - outdoor installations and repairs

Your outdoor setup tends to take a beating, from heavy rains or the messy aftermath of kids playing. Keep your backyard in top shape by getting outdoor items fixed up right. Find a handyman near you who can tackle tasks like setting up your shed foundation, patching up windows, getting your mower back in action, building a garden shed within your budget, and installing some outdoor blinds.

Need extra privacy? You can also have a handyman screen on your porch to create a more secluded and comfortable outdoor space.

Handyman service - bricklaying and building work

If you’re in need of basic home construction, go for handyman services provided by Taskers with ample bricklaying and building experience. These experts can help you build garden walls, repair loose brickwork, install MDF, or even construct a chicken coop. To maintain these areas, you can also hire Taskers to perform gardening work or brick cleaning as needed.

Handyman service - wall hanging

Want to free up space by mounting your TV or bicycle on the wall? Get a handyman for any wall hanging needs to ensure your furnishings are level and fitted securely. From picture frames and mirrors to heavier electrical items like dryers, count on your Tasker to do a thorough job. Need help with your cable TV wiring? You can also book a service for this on Airtasker.

Handyman service - furniture repair

When booking a repairman for furniture fixes, be specific about the item that needs fixing to make sure you hire the right people. For example, handymen with carpentry experience may be suitable if you’re looking to have your wooden coffee table, wardrobe, or sofa bed repaired. On the other hand, hire a tradie with electrical experience for fixing ceiling fans or digital fitness equipment.

Handyman service - home maintenance

Keeping your home in top-notch condition is a breeze when you have access to regular home maintenance services near you. A local handyman can help with cleaning the gutter, pressure-washing driveways and paths, resealing windows and doors, and working on minor roof repairs. Regular home maintenance can prevent small issues from turning into costly problems, keeping your place looking schmick and running smoothly.

Recent Handyman tasks in Illawarra

Fly screens to be replaced on all windows

$500

Horsley NSW 2530, Australia

26th Sep 2026

Measure up and re screen all windows on house

Plasterer to repair holes in walls

$500

Koonawarra NSW 2530, Australia

25th Sep 2026

Need three internal holes and one external hole patched up

Fix hole in wall

$75

Fairy Meadow NSW 2519, Australia

24th Sep 2026

I have had a whole in wall. I have tried to patch it with Bunnings fix patch kit. I have all the equipment required I would require assistance to tidy up the work. I have all the things with me

Wall Mount Mirror Installation – Blackbutt NSW

$150

Flinders NSW 2529, Australia

24th Sep 2026

Looking for an experienced installer to wall mount a large irregular mirror in Blackbutt NSW 2529. Mirror details: Size: 1700mm (L) × 650mm (W) × 6mm (D) Weight: 11.25kg Mounting: Wall mounted – split battens included Orientation: Vertical The mirror will need to be securely mounted to the wall. A photo of the wall and the mirror is attached for reference. Please provide a quote for installation and let me know your availability. You will need to bring the appropriate tools and fixings required for the wall type. Experience installing large/heavy mirrors is preferred. Thanks!

Wall repair and paint

$600

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

23rd Sep 2026

I have some small and medium holes that I need patched and ideally painted. And some red splashes on ceiling that I need painted.

Replacing an internal door

$10

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

23rd Sep 2026

I need to replace an internal door. Send me a quote please. Thank you.

Fix/giprock ceiling cornice

$250

Wollongong NSW, Australia

23rd Sep 2026

Repair a damaged section of ceiling cornice resulting from a previous leak (leak is fully fixed and dry), so it matches the surrounding area

Awning Repairs

$111

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

22nd Sep 2026

Awning Repairs Required.Please call to attend and provide us the quote to complete the job.Appreciate your cooperation.Please feel free to let us know if you require more information.Thanks and kind regards.

Multiple handyman tasks

$1,000

Unanderra NSW 2526, Australia

17th Sep 2026

I need someone to help with a bunch of tasks. 1. Hang dryer onto wall (above washing machine or laundry sink is fine). I will remove pole seen in photo prior to you doing the work. 2. Figure out some way of making the sliding internal door latch so it can be latched and unlatched no matter which side of the door you are on. Doesn’t need to lock, just latch so cats can’t open it and family members can’t trap each other in/out! 3. Replace wooden internal-to-external laundry door handle and lock to a normal handle and a double cylinder deadbolt. 4. Replace internal laundry-to-garage door handle and lock with a normal handle and a double cylinder deadbolt. 5. Build a frame and doorway at the end of the current catio/patio so we can go in and out of the garden without having to walk around side of house. Needs to not leave any gaps for cats to escape. If you do the framing/door I can put the netting back on. 6. Build a basic wooden frame and doorway for back roller door so I can then staple fly screen to it all. 7. Build a pergola frame with doorway entry on the hardstand so I can attach cat netting and create a second catio area. There are already holes in the brickwork above door and windows. I haven’t got any of the supplies but would be happy to get everything if you tell me what to get. I think you may need way more info so please feel free to ask what you need to know.

Vlad was excellent! I cannot thank him enough. He was polite, meticulous, communicative, and friendly. 11/10 ☺️

Mount clothesline on brick wall

$100

Wongawilli NSW 2530, Australia

17th Sep 2026

I need double clothesline mounted on the backyard brick wall.

Great work! Archie was prompt and efficient

Fix holes and other damage in dry wall

$350

West Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Holes in dry wall need repairing to a state that can be painted.

Ben is great human, friendly outgoing and honest. I have no trouble recommending Ben to anyone. The biggest praise I can give him is he’ll be my go to handyman in future

Hanging Prints and Clocks

$800

Coniston NSW 2500, Australia

16th Sep 2026

We have 22 Prints to be hung up in gyprock Will be a 2 person job as one is large 8 clocks to be hung up in gyprock Please provide the screws/hooks and must have own tools Can come from 9AM - 3PM as we are a business.

Have used Ian before and he is spectacular at what he does highly recommend.

Fix patched up wall

$150

Port Kembla NSW 2505, Australia

14th Sep 2026

My brother tried his best to patch our wall but did a terrible job and I’ve got no idea how to fix it, we have the paint but no primer

Knocked it over quickly, very good job.

Handyman rental home tasks

$50

Mount Saint Thomas NSW 2500, Australia

6th Sep 2026

I need a handyman to: - mount tv on wall - mount vacuum station on wall - change lightbulbs - fix tv unit with drilling bracket reinforcements - re-wire clothesline - check fridge + washer/dryer installments Need to know how to do these things + experience with drill, and much more experience and knowledge than me!

Amazing work & very kind and considerate. Highly recommend!

A few handyman jobs - hang shelves, fix gate, fix dishwasher screws

$150

Port Kembla NSW 2505, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Put up brackets to hang two shelves in laundry (have supplies) Re hinge and hang garden gate (have supplies) Fix loose screws/spot they have been screwed into for dishwasher - need to be longer or adjusted to better fit and stay securely in place Ideally want this done asap.

Josh was quick to respond to task, clear communication, punctual, friendly and completed the jobs we had agreed on with ease and any questions about future work! Highly recommend - thanks Josh.

Install roller blinds – Towradgi

$480

Towradgi NSW 2518, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Need an experienced handyman to install pre-made roller blinds at a property in Towradgi. Blinds are custom-made and already ordered through DIY Blinds (installation guide here: https://www.diyblinds.com.au/how-to-install/how-to-install-roller-blinds), so this is installation only, not supply. Must be available Friday 4 September, after 2pm. This is move-in day and we only get keys after 2pm, so the time can't be earlier, but there's flexibility later in the afternoon/evening if needed. 6 windows in total: 1 x small vertical window 3 x standard bedroom windows 2 x large triple-door floor-to-ceiling openings with linked (joined) blinds, one of which is a double (front roll sunscreen + back roll blockout), the other single blockout Full specs: MAIN BEDROOM – Double linked roller blind, W 3994 x D 2760, face fit, regular double bracket, right single chain control, front roll + back roll, linked widths A 2652 / B 1342, no pelmet LIVING AREA – Linked roller blind, W 3800 x D 2500, face fit, right single chain control, front roll, linked widths A 2520 / B 1280, no pelmet The following four are all recess fit, back roll, chain control, with a 120mm white metal pelmet to fit: Upstairs hallway – W 2710 x D 1520, right side control Spare bedroom – W 1870 x D 920, right side control Bedroom 3 – W 2470 x D 1520, left side control Downstairs – W 910 x D 2110, right side control Looking for someone reliable with their own tools/drill, comfortable working with linked blind systems and pelmets, ideally with blind installation experience. Please only apply if you can genuinely make the after-2pm Friday window, this date can't move.

Amazing work! Above and beyond!!!

Sliding door repair

$500

South Coast NSW Upper NSW 2533, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Aliminium Glass Sliding Door - no longer glides/slides and is rocked back n forth till there is enough room to fit thru - Please contact me I also have a video if needed..

Great Comminication, I was not onsite myself but family are very happy with work done.. eould highly recommend

Install new back door and dog door

$200

Berkeley NSW 2506, Australia

15th Jul 2026

We have a new external door from Bunnings we need to have installed. Recess hinges, install door lock assembly and cut out rectangle for dog door, must be skilled and have tools

100 would recommend and also have back for other jobs. Went above and beyond

Fireplace Installation

$500

Austinmer NSW 2515, Australia

9th Jul 2026

Install a small fireplace. We have the fireplace and hearth here ready to go. We need the flue installed and cut in through the ceiling and roof. I purchased the phalange to help seal the external flue cut. We have an angled roof. It is to be installed on the smaller side of the angle

Phillip did an outstanding job installing our fireplace, working through several complex challenges with skill and professionalism. He was reliable, knowledgeable, and took great care to ensure everything was completed to a high standard. I wouldn’t hesitate to use him again and highly recommend his services.

Install timber bracing behind gyprock wall & install tv bracket

$200

Fairy Meadow NSW 2519, Australia

19th Jun 2026

Cut open existing plasterboard wall and install some plywood or timber bracing to take the weight of the tv. Reinstate Gyprock and install tv bracket above fireplace

James was excellent, did an incredibly neat & professional job. Highly recommended.

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Illawarra

Maintenance

$1,000

NSW 2527, Australia

8th Aug 2026

Fix fences, chop wood, fix gutter

Home maintenance

$990

Wollongong, New South Wales

22nd Jul 2026

Task between Chris and Sol as discussed

Amazing work completely gets the job done

General maintenance

$120

Wollongong NSW, Australia

12th Mar 2026

General maintenance, photo examples

Toyota Tarago 2003 Basic Mechanical Maintenance

$300

Wollongong, New South Wales

1st Mar 2026

Basic major service: -oil change -fuel filter -air filter -cabin filter -spark plugs Please send me a quote for a basic major service. I also have a few other basic repairs that I might get done depending on cost. If you’re interested please also provide me with a second quote for: - fix the engine oil leak from tappet cover gasket. -fix the front crank seal and right inner axle seal on gearbox. -after the oil leaks are repaired I would like a simple engine wash so it doesn’t smell of old burnt oil I would like to know the cost of Labor + cost of parts as 2 separate items. That way I can decide whether I want to go out and buy the parts or if I prefer to just have you handle it all. Thanks for looking!

Gutter maintenance and gutter guard installs

$10

Flinders NSW 2529, Australia

26th Feb 2026

Gutter guard installations

Oval springfree maintenance

$360

Shellharbour NSW 2529, Australia

11th Feb 2026

Remove old and assemble new spring free trampoline mat and net basketball accessories

Home Maintenance

$400

Wollongong, New South Wales

29th Jan 2026

Pool gates Gate alignments x 2 Robe hooks x 2 Kitchen touch ups

There’s a reason I keep using him, he’s the best.

Need a electrician to help with various jobs for property maintenance

$50

Wollongong NSW, Australia

21st Jan 2026

Need a electrician to help with various jobs for property maintenance Hourly rate or quote per job Parts supplied New ceiling installed need eight downlights and one fan installed previously there was four lights in the area. Need done late next week. Photos are of the old roof to show you where the lights a were

Replace a tile and maintenance to area

$150

Towradgi NSW, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Remove broken tile and cut / replace with new tile (supplied) And mortar grout etc

Washing machine leak maintenance

$120

Stanwell Park NSW 2508, Australia

4th Dec 2025

My washing machine is leaking suddenly and I do t know why and don’t have the know how to sort it.

Handyman for Multiple Maintenance & Safety Repairs

$250

Towradgi NSW, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Task Description: We require a reliable handyman to attend to multiple maintenance and safety issues in our property. Please see the list of tasks below that need to be completed as soon as possible. Tasks to Complete: - Fix lights in half the living space that are not working. - Repair back door access step which is broken and unsafe to use. - Unlock bedroom window that is currently locked shut with no available key. - Tighten or replace loose door handles, with the master bedroom door being the most urgent. - Secure or replace the outdoor table which is rickety and unstable. - Repair or replace the kitchen window screen which is ripped. - Reattach bathroom tiles coming away from the wall near the sink. - Clean or replace floor grouting stained with mildew. - Repair or replace the broken living room main blind which is currently unusable. Additional Information: We are looking for someone who can handle all of these tasks in one visit. Please let us know your earliest available completion slot.

Fish tank maintenance

$250

Unanderra NSW 2526, Australia

20th Apr 2025

Large 250 L tank with two large tiger oscar fish. Tropical water system. Water always seems to be murky. Need help cleaning and figuring out a better filtration system to prevent the water constantly returning back to this state the day after being cleaned.

Deck maintenance and new clothesline installation

$500

Flinders NSW 2529, Australia

26th Feb 2025

Back deck needs treatment/maintenance and clothesline rusting and coming apart. Installation of new clothesline is needed.

Tree Maintenance

$2,500

Kiama NSW 2533, Australia

23rd Dec 2024

Tree lopping and branch maintenance. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes

General maintenance

$100

Warilla NSW, Australia

25th Nov 2024

Like to replace window winders impacted by salt Possibly replace door handles and drawer handles

did the jobs well, would use them again

Home maintenance work

$100

Kembla Grange NSW, Australia

15th Nov 2023

Below needs to be done: A. Install a roller blind on a 2170 by 600mm window (can just screw on the timber frame) B. Replace a drainage pipe cover C. Replace rotted timber post to the ground All above can be purchased from Bunnings at Kembla grange or other Bunnings. And they’ll be reimbursed upon proving receipts. - Due date: Flexible

Kiama Heights - Minor Maintenance work

$270

Kiama Heights NSW, Australia

15th Dec 2022

Hello all! Need help in addressing minor maintenance issues: -fix loose shower handle -fix loose towel holder -fix water tap near washing machine -It can only be done tomorrow after 10am or Monday morning before 3pm. If you can work over the weekend, let me know. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 16 December 2022

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