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Recent Handyman reviews in Inner South Melbourne

Luke was absolutely fantastic and went above and beyond in rejuvenating my entire balcony! I would recommend him to everyone!!

Home maintenance

$100

Was so helpful! Came back the next day to check it!

Patch up holes and fix shower shelves

$600

Thomas was great, so efficient and speedy!

Hang two wall mirrors, two small book shelves and install a towel rack

$100

Did an amazing job and quickly, doing what I thought couldn’t be done. Will definitely use again.

Remove & reinstall kitchen sliding door

$100

Amazing work. Good communicator and attention to detail. Will happily use him again.

Fix broken bathroom tiles and corking

$200

Perfect job completed 😊

Put bathroom door back on hinges (awkward)and install toilet roll

$100

What's the average cost of a handyman in Inner South Melbourne

$110 - $275

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$110

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$170

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$275

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Average reviews for Handyman Services in Inner South Melbourne

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Inner South Melbourne

Chi was super nice and extremely helpful. Very calm and did everything asked plus more. Would highly recommend him and will use him again...great work again!

Maintenance work (bits and bobs)

$40

Good workmanship

Door and gate maintenance

$200

Nick was excellent. We will 100% engage him again, particularly given his carpentry experience. Excellent communicate, easy going nature and got straight to work when he said he would. A bunch of tasks finished in less than a day including skirting, attaching flat pack cabinetry handles and doors, decorative trim and hand towel dispensers. So happy with the outcome! Huge thanks Nick

General maintenance tasks

$300

Fast and efficient! Laurence came to our place and fixed it up to sell. I had a list which he completed with no fuss, he has an expert eye and helped out with a few more jobs around the house - would 100% recommend and use again.

General maintenance to get house ready for sale

$850

Amazing job, thank you Jeff!

Deck railing maintenance

$400

Highly recommend Remond. Great communication skills, very professional and knows his stuff. He’s the kind of tradie that cleans up after himself and turns up when he says he will. Can’t ask for more!

Two or three little home maintenance jobs

$100

What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Inner South Melbourne

$150 - $356

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$150

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$210

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$356

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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 Inner South Melbourne

Fix Front Double Door

$150

Malvern VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Looking for an experienced door repair person or carpenter to fix my front door. The main front door is slightly sagging and hard to shut. Need to Realign/reset the door so it closes properly and adjust or strengthen hinges if required. Ensure the latch and frame align correctly so it shuts smoothly Also would like to replace the existing lock with a handle/lockset. With a lock so the door should be able to open without a key from outside, but still lock when needed

Handyman Work

$400

Bentleigh East VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Install 4 door knobs and 2 blinds and a fly screen door . All materials provided

External laundary door install

$120

Aspendale VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Request to install external laundary door. Removings the existing door. From hinges and installing a new one. Using locks from the existing door. Size 2040×820 Existing door is NOT required to be disposed.

Fix steel cable balustrade railing

$150

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

20th Mar 2026

The steel cable railing from our balustrade has frayed and come loose and the fastening has come off (see pictures). We need the cable to be reattached back into place.

Help paint my 4 window frames outside

$300

Chelsea VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2026

We have all the paint and tools to paint the frames outside of 4 windows, just no time.

Install two external doors

$600

Malvern VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2026

Looking for a handyman/carpenter to install 2 external doors in Malvern. Details: * Door openings: 2330h x 815w * New doors: 2340h x 820w (need trimming to fit) * Both doors need to be cut down to size and installed * Existing hardware (hinges, handles, locks) to be removed and reinstalled on new doors * One door requires a dog door to be cut in and installed This is a straightforward replacement job. Looking for someone experienced with door installs and trimming. Flexible with timing but would like it done soon. Please quote including all labour and tools required.

Repair 3 small wall dents

$60

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

20th Mar 2026

Repair 3 small dents on the same wall.

Sliding door supplied/installed to replace garage door

$3,000

Bonbeach VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2026

Turning a garage into a bedroom. Need garage door replaced with a sliding glass door. Need 1. garage door removed, 2. sliding glass door supplied and 3. installed. Door measurements are 2,470 mm wide x 2,090 mm long.

Home maintenance

$200

Brighton VIC, Australia

15th Mar 2026

A light has dropped down and needs to be rehung to ceiling rose (will beed large ladder) A bed frame has come apart and needs to be fixed A switch has come off the wall and needs to be fixed. A crack in window to be sealed.

Paul came and completed the job within 2 hrs of booking it. He was great

Fix 2 doors that have been kicked in/forced entry,

$300

Caulfield South VIC, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Please help we have had two doors I assume kicked in/ forced entry over night. My Mum is visiting in 2 days so I really need to fix it before she comes because she will be so worried.

Adelino did an incredible job fixing our doors after a break in. Very good craftsmanship and Wonderfully friendly and polite too :)

Fix bracket on clothes line

$300

Ormond VIC 3204, Australia

14th Mar 2026

One of the brackets on a clothes line that we use to support the growth of our passionfruit tree has snapped. We are hoping there is an easy and simply way to straighten the brackets and bring back its structural integrity.

Christos is very reliable and an excellent handyman. I highly recommend.

Repair/replace fly wire screens

$350

Malvern East VIC, Australia

11th Mar 2026

I have three doors that need fly screens replace - a front security door (aluminium frame) and two rear doors (timber frame). I also have a couple of window frames (aluminium) that need fly screens replaced. Happy for the items to be taken offsite if this makes the job easier.

Excellent work from Jordan! He worked meticulously over two days to replace and refinish our fly wire doors and screens. So happy with his work, would recommend and use again. Thanks Jordan!

Install 2 Ring Cameras & fix kitchen cupboard

$130

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

11th Mar 2026

I have 2 Ring outdoor security cameras that need to be installed in my back courtyard. I need a small kitchen cupboard to be installed. It came off the hinges due to incorrect screws previously used.

Great service, very knowledgeable and efficient. Thanks Mark

Install gym rubber tiles

$200

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

10th Mar 2026

Install 17 1mx1m gym rubber Matt's. They will need to cut in some places but mostly will be straight. We want a linear layout. There is a suana in the gym which we can help lift and move together with the installers. The tiles are professional.gym rubber quality.

Absolutely the best

Put together gym

$200

Aspendale VIC, Australia

8th Mar 2026

We need someone to put together a home gym. Being own tools. Aspendale.

Would highly recommend

Install two shelves in nursery

$100

Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Hang two shelves on the wall in the area circled in red, and securely anchor the dresser (also pictured) to the wall.

Hamish brought all his own tools and used his own screws to fix the shelves to the wall because the ones I had were not great. He communicated well, letting me know when he was on his way. Completed the task exactly how I wanted.

Fix hand towel bar and toilet roll bar. please get the materials

$150

Glen Huntly VIC, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Fix the broken rod with materials for hand towel in my bathroom and broken Toilet roll

Wonderful experience

Patch and repair plasterer for house rectification

$1,000

Highett VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2026

Looking for a neat plasterer to patch and make good areas where building retrofits took place. Entire house, a bunch of small repairs to be patched and skimmed/ sanded near for paint finish. Materials to be supplied, won’t need much. Happy to discuss further but need someone to work near unsupervised Need dome asap. Quiet ready site with water and toilet

Very skilled tradesman. Excellent work, excellent communication and clever guy! Thanks for working so hard and doing such a great job

Fix/Secure Exisiting Letterbox

$120

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Fixing and securing a loose letterbox. The letterbox has separated from the concrete slab. The letterbox is directly accessible from outside the property

Very quick and good job done

Need 3 internal door handles replaced (all the same)

$200

Edithvale VIC, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

One door is jammed - handle turns but won’t open. I tried taking the handle off but it didn’t fix it, so may need the latch looked at too. Photos for reference

Excellent service, reliable and punctual. Will use again

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Inner South Melbourne

Home maintenance

$200

Brighton VIC, Australia

15th Mar 2026

A light has dropped down and needs to be rehung to ceiling rose (will beed large ladder) A bed frame has come apart and needs to be fixed A switch has come off the wall and needs to be fixed. A crack in window to be sealed.

Paul came and completed the job within 2 hrs of booking it. He was great

Garage door maintenance / fix

$100

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

9th Mar 2026

Our garage door cannot be lifted by the door motors as the last two bolts holding the door seems loose. Need someone come and replace the some of the bolts and tightening the bolts, and may give it a good service.

Basic motorbike maintenance

$110

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

27th Feb 2026

I need someone to do the basic maintenance for my kawasaki 300 se and also show me how to do it

Home and maintenance

$50

Brighton VIC, Australia

16th Feb 2026

I need a handyman for a few small jobs at my shop. - fix and adjust few doors.

Tree pruning & maintenance

$3,000

Elsternwick VIC, Australia

28th Jan 2026

Tree pruning and maintenance Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Office Fit-Out & General Maintenance – Multiple Tasks

$1,500

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

26th Jan 2026

We’re looking for an experienced and reliable handyman / installer to complete several fit-out and maintenance works in our office. Most materials will be provided. Scope of Works 1. Whiteboard Paint Paint 1 office wall with whiteboard paint Approx. size: 3.6m (W) x 2.7m (H) Paint supplied 2. Wall Panelling Installation Install panelling on 2 walls Each wall approx. 3.6m (W) x 2.7m (H) Panelling supplied Installation method: glue or nail (installer preference) Installation guide will be provided Cutting of panels required on site 3. Acoustic Ceiling Tiles Remove existing ceiling tiles and replace with new acoustic tiles Approx. 120 tiles Pop-in / pop-out ceiling system Ceiling tiles supplied 4. Materials Handling Majority of materials already upstairs Approx. 3–6 boxes of wall panelling to be carried upstairs Each box approx. 2m long Lift and stair access available 5. Carpet & Flooring Detail Install carpet strip between floorboards and wall panelling (supplied) Drill hole through strip to allow office door deadlock to pass through 6. Door Adjustment Large office door needs to be shaved/trimmed, as it currently scrapes the floor and cannot close properly 7. General Office Maintenance Re-secure lifting skirting boards in office areas Minor general maintenance as identified during works Additional Information Office environment (business hours flexible) All major materials provided Must bring own tools Experience with panelling, doors, and ceiling systems preferred Estimating 2-3 full days of work

Plumbing maintenance

$200

Murrumbeena VIC 3163, Australia

20th Jan 2026

- Cut part of copper pipe at bend and repair, connect to T Junction. - Fix (tighten / adjust) or replace fitting at T junction. - Price to include parts and labour. Assume replace junction.

Got it done fast, fixed problem no fuss ahead of time.

Word press maintenance in Victoria chadstone area.

$10

Hughesdale VIC, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Word press maintenance Victoria Chadstone area

Word press maintenance in Vic chadstone area.

$10

Hughesdale VIC, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Word press maintenance Victoria Chadstone area

Home irrigation system maintenance/ repairs

$200

North Brighton VIC, Australia

18th Jan 2026

Need someone to check and repair our home irrigation system. it is 9 years old, a little weathered and leaking in a couple of places ( at least) 3/4 areas ( 2 garden and front lawn are working) Back lawn is not - sprinklers are not popping up ( ? a problem with pressure or electronic?.

Home maintenance

$100

Bentleigh East VIC, Australia

4th Jan 2026

Attach fly screen back to tracks Clean tracks as slide door is jolting Power spray balcony floor Remove outdoor umbrella and weight to hard rubbish Drill bracket to wall outside for hose

Luke was absolutely fantastic and went above and beyond in rejuvenating my entire balcony! I would recommend him to everyone!!

Repair and maintenance of Antenna. Cannot get all tv channels.

$120

Edithvale VIC 3196, Australia

26th Dec 2025

Antenna points don't work in our single level 15year old home. Can only get channel 9 . We have 3 antenna points (lounge and 2 bedrooms) perhaps we can get another point out in the spare room?

Fixed Antenna issues even under high temperatures inside our roof. Job well done. Thank you.

Electric bike maintenance

$100

Brighton VIC, Australia

16th Dec 2025

My son has an e-bike that is relatively new. It has started making a noise when riding where it seems like something is rubbing on the back wheel. I’d rather just get it fixed locally than going back under warranty. It still rides fine, it’s just the noise that suggests something is rubbing.

Tile maintenance and large Grouting job

$1,000

Brighton East, Victoria

6th Dec 2025

Exterior walls, some tiles (8-10) need replacing 600x 600mm (I have the tiles) and extensive grouting to existing tiled walls that have not previously been grouted. Would only suit an experienced grouting tradesman and you will need to visit and quote

Anti was extremely helpful, a skilled & experienced tiler who works quickly and to high standard, and is solution orientated. Very good to work with.

Plumbing maintenance

$100

Bentleigh East VIC, Australia

3rd Dec 2025

Need a plumber to look at the leaking kitchen pipe ASAP. Looking for a plumber not a handyman. Leakage is at the bottom u join.

Came before time, completed the job quickly and to my satisfaction. 5*

Timber deck sanding and staining. Deck maintained in good order.

$500

Ormond VIC, Australia

21st Nov 2025

Deck is approximately 10 metre long by 4.5 metres wide.

Wooden Pergola maintenance and paint

$600

Caulfield VIC 3162, Australia

18th Nov 2025

Sand down existing wooden pergola; repair 20 year old features. Repaint with base layer, etc; Reattach facia properly. NOTE: All paint and materials provided by carpenter ( ie. Included in the quote!)

Really professional Polite Efficient

General Maintenance

$100

Mentone VIC, Australia

14th Nov 2025

- Put up 2 battery fire alarms - Hang 2 small pictures - Fix fence door lock that won’t lock with key

Quick, efficient and lovely to deal with.

General maintenance on an air conditioner

$250

Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia

2nd Nov 2025

General maintenance on a split system Panasonic inverter - replace filer etc

Great work. Quick and efficient. Thanks Tim.

Garage door maintenance

$120

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

20th Oct 2025

The garage door needs the annual service .. it's squeaking a bit when opening .. needs a proper cleaning and greasing

Great stuff, easy to communicate, recommended