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Recent Handyman reviews in Illawarra

Jim did a fantastic job patching various holes around our place. Great workmanship.

Wall repair - small holes

$100

Great job! Communicated well to confirm details and solved problems.

4 roller blinds installed

$150

Top notch professional, highly skilled and knowledgeable. Thanks mate.

Repair broken toilet roll holder

$500

Connor was fantastic. He did the job really well and was very efficient and punctual, along with being friendly and helpful

A garden shed assembled along with the floor

$1,000

Great carpenter. Highly recommend

Need carpenter to replace wood under kitchen sink

$20

Very helpful. Went above and beyond. Thank you

Patio repairs

$80

What's the average cost of a handyman in Illawarra

$130 - $350

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$130

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$210

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$350

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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

Patch 3 holes in gyprock

$150

Kiama Heights NSW, Australia

1st Nov 2025

Patch 3 holes ready for painting. 2 holes in ceiling and one in lounge room. Larger hole to be patched using a spare sheet of gyprock not a cover patch.

Help remove window blinds

$120

Barrack Heights NSW, Australia

1st Nov 2025

Looking for someone to carefully remove 7 window blinds this weekend. The window frames are being painted and the blinds will need to be reinstalled after so need to be kept in good condition.

Need a bathroom sliding door to be fixed

$100

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

30th Oct 2025

Sliding door needs to be fixed ( pictures provided )

My roller shutter strap has snapped and I need a replacement

$120

Bellambi NSW 2518, Australia

30th Oct 2025

My roller shutter strap has snapped and I need a replacement

Encapsulation of Bonded Asbestos Cement Sheeting – Lake Heights

$250

Lake Heights NSW, Australia

28th Oct 2025

Seeking a qualified and experienced carpenter to carry out minor encapsulation work on bonded asbestos cement sheeting at a residential property in Lake Heights, NSW. Scope of Work: Encapsulate/cover approx. 3 sqm of broken bonded asbestos cement sheeting located: Next to the manhole on the right side of the property (fake brick wall panel) In the roof space (partial cement sheeting) Covering of damage roof sheeting in the garage Materials presumed to be non-friable (bonded) and in broken condition Total affected area is under 10 sqm, so a licensed asbestos removalist is not required Work must comply with NSW Work Health and Safety regulations and asbestos management codes of practice Requirements: Must be a general carpenter or tradesperson with experience in working around asbestos Site access and briefing will be provided Preferably available to perform the work ASAP Notes: This is not a removal job—only encapsulation/covering to prevent disturbance Clearance certificate not required, but work must be tidy and secure Please include your experience, availability, and quote in your response.

Treadmill repairs, treadmill stops after 20 minutes

$150

Bellambi NSW, Australia

27th Oct 2025

My treadmill comes up with an e1 error and stops. Need it repaired as it has become dangerous

Repair damaged hole in wall , & paint after

$250

Woonona NSW, Australia

27th Oct 2025

Repair hole in gyprock wall, & repaint entire wall area where hole is located.

3 Waterproof wall panels to be installed in shower.

$400

Windang NSW, Australia

27th Oct 2025

Installed waterproof panels in shower which is 1 m x 1 metre.

Re-install blind that has fallen down

$150

Gerringong NSW, Australia

21st Oct 2025

Negotiable payment. Roller blind has fallen out of its installation, needs to be put back in place properly. It is a high ceiling.

Super fast, did a great job & very helpful

Need carpenter to replace wood under kitchen sink

$20

Barrack Heights NSW 2528, Australia

14th Oct 2025

Over time water overflowed and ruined the chipboard under kitchen sink. I have the wood here ready to be cut and installed please give me a quote

Great carpenter. Highly recommend

Install TV mount and hang a mirror

$150

Woonona NSW 2517, Australia

3rd Oct 2025

I have a TV mount and all the fixings. Need someone handy with a stud finder and a spirit level to install it into a wall. Also need a heavy mirror hung on a wall. May need some fixings for this but we should be okay to provide

Great communication. Easy to work with. Had the job done perfectly in minutes. Highly recommend

Install new child gate

$100

Dapto NSW, Australia

1st Oct 2025

Install child gate to separate kitchen and living room

Great work,very happy. Would highly recommend to anyone. Thank you

Fitness equipment service/repair

$120

Wollongong NSW, Australia

29th Sep 2025

We are a fitness equipment supplier based interstate. We have a client in Wollongong with one unit Pilates equipment making squeaking noise in joint. Likely just needs some lubricant. Client has tried and noises still apparent. Need someone mechanically minded with good problem solving skills. Likely a very very simple job.

Phillip was so professional, excellent communication and great at problem solving. Would definitely book again and recommend.

Fix glass door and screen door

$200

Thirroul NSW, Australia

21st Sep 2025

Have 3 sliding glass doors and 1 screen that need fixing. The glass doors are not sliding anymore and need new rollers and the screen needs replacing (frame is ok)

Sol did an awesome job on our doors and screens !

Need A Large Mirror Installed Onto My Living Room Wall

$80

Warrawong NSW, Australia

6th Sep 2025

Need A Large Mirror 1600 x 1100mm weighing approximately 15-20kg Installed Onto My Living Room Wall.

Top Shelf Communication, Punctuality and Efficiency. Would book again 150%!

Rethread my hills hoist clothesline

$50

Wollongong NSW, Australia

31st Aug 2025

Remove old line and rethread new line onto hills hoist clothes line. I have the materials already.

Proactive and helpful. Thank you

Install s bend freedom curtain tracks and remove old electric blinds

$150

Wollongong NSW, Australia

2nd Aug 2025

Install s bend freedom curtains will need to cut track to fit

Would strongly recommend. Was professional, punctual and proactive. Went above and beyond to get the job done and had exceptional attention to detail.

Bunnings shed installation

$200

Barrack Heights NSW, Australia

11th Jul 2025

Requiring a Bunnings Absco Sheds 3.0 x 1.52 x 2.08m garden shed installed. I don’t have the necessary tools, so that we be needed also.

Exceptional! Lovely guy and really hard worker. Would recommend!

Take down shelving and uninstall them from the walls

$250

Gerringong NSW, Australia

2nd Jul 2025

(Cost open to negotiation - not sure how much it would be to do this job) The shelving around the room needs to be removed, it is not fully installed into the walls - there is some plaster used to seal the edges. The cabinets along the window also need to be removed, they are sealed down with some type of plaster also.

Alvon was responsive and very fast! Did a great job

Install 2 gate locks

$100

Woonona NSW, Australia

29th Jun 2025

Remove 2 gate locks and Install 2 lokklatch plus gate locks which I have purchased to wooden gates. Instructions to install are here https://l.ead.me/bc7zQl Requires some tools I don’t have such as hacksaw, spirit level and larger drill bits up to 19mm (I have the drill but only drill bits up 10mm)

Did 2 gate locks for me very quickly. They work great. No complaints and would use again for a handyman job

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Illawarra

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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3 bikes spent months in shipping container. need maintenance!

$150

Figtree NSW, Australia

27th May 2022

bike mechanic to come to our home and work on bikes on site. - Due date: Flexible

General handyman- maintenance fix up

$40

Kiama NSW, Australia

10th Jan 2022

I need a handyman available for last minute call outs to multiple different properties. Jobs ranging from fixing up screws/ moving lawns/ clearing bins/ to bigger Jobs. Jobs ranging from shell cove all the way to gerroa