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Recent Handyman reviews in North East Melbourne

Amazing quick and great job

Assemble a toy kitchen a scooter a toy box

$70

Great job patching the plaster wall.

Fix plasterboard wall

$5

Was very helpful and great in his job

Fix a loose door handle

$40

Dimitrios was great to work with. Would definitely rebook Dimitri os for more tasks

Refit a blind that has come away from a roller

$150

Very happy with the blind installation and trouble shooting that was required. Highly recommend!

Blind installtion

$100

Dimitrios was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and talked us through all our options! He was so quick and efficient, we really didn't have to worry about a thing at all ☺️ Thanks Dimitrios, really appreciative of your time and will definitely be reaching out in future ☺️

Curtain Rods to be cut and installed

$150

What's the average cost of a handyman in North East Melbourne

$100 - $260

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$100

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$162

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$260

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Average reviews for Handyman Services in North East Melbourne

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in North East Melbourne

Peter was great to work with. Kept up to date with communication and workmanship was terrific! Thank you Peter!

Variety of home maintenance

$250

Rob is fantastic! Definitely recommend for his assistance with whatever it is you need. :)

Handi-person wanted for house maintenance job

$200

Craig is such a trusted person who completed our job in time and tried his best to satisfy customer. He has good understanding to his customer and respond us promptly and easy to talk with. Strongly recommend Craig to do fence work. I will use him again for next job.

Fence maintenance

$400

Thanks mate

Roofing ridging maintenance

$467

Chris did a great job! very through with his work and takes great pride in work. Would certainly get him for any future tasks.

Handyman for general property maintenance tasks

$200

Greg is amazing. I had 5 really complex maintenance jobs at our home. He came up with solutions for all of them, plus fixed other jobs I had around the house. Highly recommend.

Home Maintenance Help Required

$300

What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in North East Melbourne

$141 - $400

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$141

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$232

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$400

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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 North East Melbourne

Fix indoor clothesline installation

$30

Diamond Creek, Victoria

14th Mar 2026

I attempted to install a foldable clothesline in my bathroom but have run into trouble and can’t get the screws in or out to fix it. The screw heads are stripped. I’ve tried removing with pliers but don’t have the right ones. Price is negotiable, I didn’t know how much to offer.

Repair hole in wall / patch and paint

$100

Wollert VIC 3750, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Description: Looking for someone experienced to repair a hole in the wall. The job includes: • Patching the damaged plasterboard • Sanding and smoothing the surface • Repainting so it blends with the existing wall Ideally looking for someone who can make it look as close as possible to the original wall. Location: Wollert 3750 Flexible with time but prefer as soon as possible. Please quote including labour and material

Wall repair

$60

Beveridge VIC, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Need a skilled handyman to repair wall cracks and holes

Fix sliding door (one wheel out of rail)

$65

Greensborough VIC 3088, Australia

14th Mar 2026

One of the wheels is a bit titled and is out of the rail. The rear wheel is on the wheel and works fine.

Install hooks and wire for climbing jasmine on brick wall

$50

Wollert VIC, Australia

14th Mar 2026

I need a handyman to install a simple support system on a brick wall in my backyard so I can grow star jasmine plants vertically. Job details: • Install approximately 13–15 strong masonry hooks/nails along the top of the brick wall. • Attach stainless steel wire (or metal garden wire) vertically from the hooks down toward the ground. • The wire will act as a guide for star jasmine plants to climb up the wall. Spacing: • Plants will be planted about 50–70 cm apart along the wall, so the hooks/wires should be spaced similarly. Materials: • I will provide the hooks/nails and the wire. • You will need to bring your own tools (masonry drill, ladder, etc.). Wall type: • Brick wall (see photo attached). Photos attached: • Photo of the wall where the work is required. • Sample photo showing how the plants will grow once the wires are installed. Location: Backyard in a townhouse. This should be a quick job for someone with the right tools.

Colorbind fence door installation

$500

Wollert VIC, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Need someone to install colorbind fence door.

Plaster repair

$300

Viewbank VIC, Australia

13th Mar 2026

Repair or replace plaster - 800 x 600mm. The original plaster has been temporarily reinstated after removing wall aircon unit. Not sure if this can be used or the panel replaced. To be prepared to paint.

Replace 5 ceiling fans and 2 ceiling LED lights

$600

South Morang VIC 3752, Australia

13th Mar 2026

replace 5 ceiling fans and 2 ceiling LED lights. New ceiling fans and lights are in the boxes. This is a fixed budget project

Great expert providing awesome job

Kitchen sink silicone sealing (Caulking)

$100

Epping VIC, Australia

11th Mar 2026

I need an experienced caulker to reseal the silicone around my kitchen sink. The current silicone needs to be removed and replaced to properly seal the edges and prevent water from leaking. Please check the photo to see exactly which areas need to be replaced and sealed. Requirements: • Remove old silicone • Apply new clean silicone seal • Ensure a neat, waterproof finish Please bring your own tools and materials.

Thanks for fast and nice job

Fixing garage door

$350

Wollert VIC 3750, Australia

9th Mar 2026

Need to fixed garage door

I want to sincerely commend you for the exceptional work you've done. Your attention to detail, dedication, and expertise have truly stood out. The quality of your work is nothing short of perfect, and it has made a significant positive impact. Keep up the fantastic effort—your commitment to excellence is greatly appreciated.

Handyman needed to paint our hallway

$300

Eltham North VIC, Australia

8th Mar 2026

There are 2 tasks that we need: Paint our hallway. Please refer to the picture attached . There are 2 pictures from both angles( we will provide the paint) 2. We need a window covered from the outside with a wooden plank ( we will provide the plank)

Amazing service. Very professional.

Removal of outdoor blinds

$50

Bundoora VIC, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Hello I would like to remove all the outdoor blinds asap. They are all weathered and old . Disposal not needed as I will organise this

Excellent service by harry . Thank you

Hang cement sheet

$550

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

6th Mar 2026

I have straightened the walls just need someone to hang cement sheets on walls and plaster on ceiling of bathroom reno

Ali is a great all rounder! A lot of experience, and dives straight into solving problems. Would and will use him again.

Handyman Needed – Install Height Measure

$80

Diamond Creek VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2026

i there, We are looking for a handyman to install a wall-mounted height measuring scale in our medical clinic. The height measure is already on site but needs to be unscrewed and repositioned slightly so it measures the correct height. One of the screws is currently too tight to remove with a manual screwdriver, so a power drill or appropriate tools will likely be required. Requirements: Bring your own tools (drill/power screwdriver recommended) Experience with wall mounting Please let me know your availability. Thanks!

Amazing service - great communication and punctual

Handyman Needed – Install Height Measure & Adjust Curtain Rod

$100

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2026

Hi there, We’re looking for a handyman to assist with a couple of small jobs at our medical clinic. Tasks required: Remove one screw from a curtain rod (it is currently too tight to remove with a manual screwdriver and will likely require power tools). Reinstall a height measuring scale on the wall in the correct position so it accurately measures patient height. The height measure has already been partially installed but needs to be unscrewed and repositioned properly. Requirements: Please bring your own tools (likely a drill or power screwdriver). Experience with wall mounting preferred. The job should be quick (approx. 15–30 minutes) for someone with the right tools. Please let me know your availability. Thanks!

The best in the business will call him again

Plasterer / Handyman Needed – Install & Patch Plaster Sheets (Preston)

$350

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

5th Mar 2026

Any plasterers available tomorow for a day? Looking for a plasterer or experienced handyman who knows how to install small plaster sheets and patch walls. Location: Preston Job details: • Install a few small plaster sheets • Patch and stop up joints • Apply at least one base coat • Materials will be supplied on site Ideally looking for someone today if possible.

Rajat is a top quality plasterer highly recommended with great skills

Install Door Stoppers & Glove Box Holder

$200

Mernda VIC 3754, Australia

4th Mar 2026

Total of 9 Door stoppers and 6 glove box holders to be installed. Door stoppers installed on metal doors. Glove box holders to be installed on tiles. Metal doors will require previous door stops to be removed. The holes will need to have silicone applied to them.

Musa is extremely hardworking, diligent and humble. I would definitely use his services again.

Electrician Needed – Install Ceiling Fan with Light (Bedroom)

$150

Greensborough VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Looking for a qualified electrician to install a ceiling fan with light in a bedroom. Details: • Existing wiring and light point already in place • Remove current light fitting and replace with fan/light combo • Fan will be supplied Location: Greensborough Must be completed this Friday. Qualified electrician only. ABN and licence will be verified as part of the quote process. Please include your availability when submitting an offer.

Great communicator, punctual and terrific workmanship. Would use Goran again in a heartbeat!

Replace P Trap Under Kitchen Sink and 2x basket plus and washers

$300

Mill Park VIC, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

To supply and install x2 basket plug and washers with double bowl connector and p trap under kitchen sink. Supply and install new ball valve to replace leaking gate valve.

Wahid did a great job. Honest and open communication.

Paint front door rewire fly screen

$150

Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia

28th Feb 2026

I need the scratches sanded and painted on my front door and also the fly screen door needs repairing. I can provide the paint and fly screen material,

Fantastic work highly recommended.

Recent General Maintenance tasks in North East Melbourne

Prepare home for sale - maintenance

$1,500

Preston VIC, Australia

11th Mar 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman and/or painter to help prepare a townhouse in Preston for sale. The property needs a range of minor repairs, painting touch-ups, cleaning, and maintenance tasks completed. Ideally someone who is detail-oriented and capable of handling multiple tasks. Work ideally to be completed within 1–3 days sometime in the next 7 days. Tasks Required Front Door • Sand and prepare the front door and timber side panel • Apply two coats of matte clear varnish Internal Painting • Prepare internal walls (minor patching and surface prep where needed) • Apply one coat Dulux low sheen paint (colour matched to existing) External Facade • High-pressure clean exterior facade to remove dirt and black marks • If stains remain, small repainting may be required Kitchen & Bathroom • Deep clean kitchen cabinets and surfaces • Remove mould-affected caulking from kitchen bench and apply new caulking • Deep clean bathroom, laundry and powder room Shower • Remove mouldy grout and regrout shower area • Remove existing caulking and apply new sanitary-grade caulking • Supply and replace shower door bottom seal (lip) Downlights • Check all downlights and ensure they are working correctly Garden & Shed • Basic garden tidy-up • Clean out shed and remove all rubbish from site Bedroom 1 • Repair damaged section of ceiling • Patch and repaint to match existing ceiling finish Windows • Clean all windows internally and externally • Wash flyscreens Sliding Doors • Realign two sliding doors that are not operating smoothly • Remove child-proof safety devices from doors Garage • Pressure clean oil stains from garage floor • Repainting may be required if stains remain Requirements • Must have relevant experience in handyman/painting work • Own tools and equipment • Attention to detail (property is being prepared for sale) • Ability to complete tasks efficiently within 1–3 days Please include your experience and availability when applying.

Garage door maintenance

$30

Wollert VIC 3750, Australia

10th Mar 2026

Retensioning of the garage door

Home maintenance

$200

Heidelberg Heights VIC 3081, Australia

27th Feb 2026

In the toilet, the bottom skirting I had com off.. urgent attention needed. Thanks

Handyman for house maintenance

$250

Bellfield VIC 3081, Australia

25th Feb 2026

1. hang two gallery hanging track on the walls. 2. Add a lock to a woden front door gate and 3. Fix a side gate that has a jammed lock handle.

Cleaning & maintainace- Ducted gas heating 8 vents & 2 split AC system

$200

Bundoora VIC 3083, Australia

19th Feb 2026

Cleaning and maintainace of 8 vents ducted heating system and also for my 2 split AC systems

Roof maintenance

$1,000

Doreen VIC, Australia

13th Feb 2026

number of chipped or cracked roof tiles across various roof planes. While these were not allowing water ingress at the time of inspection, they represent potential future entry points and should be assessed and replaced as part of routine roof maintenance. In addition, cracking and separation to mortar pointing at several hip and ridge cappings was observed, indicating a loss of adhesion that may allow moisture penetration over time if left unaddressed. Also heater flute needs to be replaced And gutter needs to be realigned as water sitting in them and not falling dow drains /pipes.

Paint and general house maintenance wall cleaning

$50

Wallan VIC, Australia

10th Feb 2026

Door patch colour, wall cleaning and paint

Door maintenance

$150

Bundoora VIC 3083, Australia

4th Feb 2026

1. storage slide door is stuck. 2. shower door does not close properly due to friction at the door corner.

House maintenance basin tap set replaced, mirror replaced, waterproof

$850

Bundoora VIC 3083, Australia

30th Jan 2026

Living elements 600x900x5 flat edge mirror supply and install Mondela chrome cadenza 1/2 basin tap set supply and install Crommellin shower sealer 500ml and silicone supply and applied to the shower area

Very good work. Thank you rehan

Aircon clean and maintenance

$150

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

26th Jan 2026

Requesting aircon service / maintenance. Kelvinator 7kW Reverse Cycle Split System Inverter A/C KSV70HRC

Handyman for Bathroom maintenance

$300

Montmorency VIC, Australia

13th Jan 2026

Hi, I’m in Montmorency and need a bathroom maintenance job done by a handyman/allrounder. The exhaust fan works and is good quality, but ventilation is poor. It is ducted outside (not into the roof). I need someone to check airflow, ducting condition, bends and the external vent to improve extraction (no fan replacement). There is mould around the fan and it barely extracts at all. I also need old silicone removed and replaced around the bath and part around the toilet, plus mould clean-up. The bathroom was renovated about 5 years ago. Can you quote or advise your hourly rate and availability?

Split system maintenance

$100

Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia

4th Jan 2026

My split system stops working after few minutes and doesn’t blow cold air.

Terracotta roof repair and maintenence

$100

Epping VIC 3076, Australia

31st Dec 2025

Roof repair and maintenance, timber flashing replacement

Awesome character, very punctual and honest, very good value

Mobile bike maintenance x 2

$60

Heidelberg VIC 3084, Australia

30th Dec 2025

Maintain adult and kid bike for recreational riding. I think adult bike has a punctured tire.

Evaporative Cooler Maintenance

$200

Macleod VIC, Australia

26th Nov 2025

Our evaporative cooling unit needs a filter clean and maintenance check. Also we have a water fault which needs to be sorted.

Josh is a real professional. No mucking about and really knows his stuff. Highly recommended.

Deck paint & maintenance

$500

Doreen VIC 3754, Australia

22nd Nov 2025

Need some expert to do the deck repaint & maintain

Great job, on time, good communication

Garage door maintenance

$100

Doreen VIC, Australia

14th Nov 2025

garage door is running inconsistently. sometimes opening half way and wont stay closed. brand is BOSS BOL4

Prompt and excellent service

Trimming and tree maintenance tasks

$400

Mernda VIC 3754, Australia

18th Oct 2025

Hi there, we are looking for assistance with some tree lopping, pruning and garden tidy up - specifically the following: - cutting of tree branches on 5 trees which are getting a little too tall (2 trees are currently approx 7m tall, 3 trees approx 5m tall) - removal of a dead vine which was growing on one of the trees (see photos) - pruning and trimming of 2 crawler shrubs - mounting of the shrubs on our colorbond property boundary fence. - cleaning of the area and removal of all rubbish and green waste after completing the above works. Refer to photos for clarity. I have allowed for a budget of $400, but happy to be guided by your offers. Thank you.

Thanks Sadik did a good job, will likely have him come back for more work in future

Exterior painter maintenance

$400

Morang VIC, Australia

7th Sep 2025

Varnish weathered hardwood as per photo. All together 6 funitures. Need to ensure the gap in between hardwood is varnished. Please let us know your method of application and we prefer to use Intergrain brand. Price is only indicative as we do not know how much it cost. Please supply paint.

Plumbing maintenance required for 3 hair salon basins

$5

Montmorency VIC, Australia

3rd Sep 2025

3 hair salon basins require maintenance as there’s possibly a small leak in one The water temperature and pressure are inconsistent between the 3. Please advise call out fee