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Recent Handyman reviews in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

great work very good work

My wall has two holes, anyone can fix it?

$75

Colin is lovely and very helpful.

Installation of internal barn door

$250

Colin was responsive, punctual, helpful and knowledgeable. He completed the task skillfully with great attention to detail. I would highly recommend Colin.

Install towel rail in powder room

$100

Thank you so much for the great work on my sliding door. I really appreciate the time, effort, and patience you put into getting the job done properly. Your workmanship and attention to detail were excellent, and you were very patient throughout the process. Highly recommended and would definitely use your services again!

2x Sliding door installation

$10

Fixed my door at short notice. Super hard working. Highly recommended.

Hang door and install door jamb

$180

Very helpful and considerate

Shelf installed in computer cabinet

$100

What's the average cost of a handyman in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

$116 - $280

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$116

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$175

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$280

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

Damian was fantastic ! He was punctual , appropriate, knowledgeable and thorough So happy to have found his services You will be 💯 satisfied Thanks Damian !

Maintenance work install taps and fix a loose door handle

$150

Nate is an expert in this field. Nice person with perfect job delivery. Highly recommend.

Treadmill maintenance

$300

Fantastic. On time quick and very efficient. Well qualified for the tasks.

Home maintenance

$350

Good problem. Solver. Our older building certainly shows its history of DIY fixes and non-standard dimensions. Thomas figured it out without a worry.

Maintenance on 4x office space doors.

$400

Dimi did a real professional and fantastic work. Highly recommend👌 bless all the best to this hard working gentleman👏

Roof maintenance

$7,000

Excellent - on time and great job. Even helped to adjust my back door as well. Highly recommend

Home maintenance

$200

What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

$150 - $400

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$150

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$252

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$400

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Top Handyman related questions

If you're looking for related services in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs, some of the most popular on Airtasker right now include Blind Repairs, Door Installation, Curtains & Blinds Fitter, Flyscreen Installation, and Kitchen Sink Installation. Whatever you need done, you can post a task and get offers from local Taskers in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs.

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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 Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

Handyman carpenter required for household jobs

$400

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

17th Oct 2026

I need the following 3 tasks done: 1) Front door not closing (strike plate has moved due to house moving) -- see pictures -- this happens reasonably regularly -- every 2-3 years. 2) Blind needs to be re-installed and the cord (silver with bobbles) needs to be rethreaded to the mechanism and then made back into a continuous loop (the cord is no longer continuous. i.e. broken) 3) Back door outside handle should have 4 screws but only has 3 and 2 of those are no longer biting and need to have the thread fixed/tightened. Thanks, Tracy

Rendering

$500

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

17th Oct 2026

To re render, fix crack, and to apply expansion joins & paint / membrane with monument color

PAINTER - handyman to fix walls near Camberwell

$300

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

17th Oct 2026

"Rent friendly tape for hanging posters" was not so "Friendly" lots of paint has come off the walls in one room. 1 part in the lounge and another small part in Bathroom. Hooks need to be taken out and patched up. PAINT + PRIMER PROVIDED. Thank you

Decal print and Installation

$600

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Need window decal and installation

Professional chandelier cleaning

$150

Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia

16th Oct 2026

A large chandelier that’s in my front entrance. Must have done this before and have your own supplies Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: None Number of bathrooms: None Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide

Replacing entry door knob

$80

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

16th Oct 2026

our door knob broke and we need someone to help fix it. you will only need tools. we have the new door knob ready to go.

very efficient and friendly. went out of his way to exchange a faulty lock

Wall hole repair

$10

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

16th Oct 2026

I have large hole in the drywall that needs fixing. I would like to get a quote for the repairs required and we can arrange the time but i need it done before 25th Oct. Materials, labour, sanding and painting should be included in the quote.

Install large fly screen slider

$200

Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia

16th Oct 2026

We would like flyscreen install outside our sliding doors. Possibility of one flyscreen that we can slide so that we can open the door for ventilation without issues of flies or bugs coming in the house

Door surround repair

$300

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

16th Oct 2026

We are moving light switches off a door frame and need to replace/repair the timber where the switches were and repair the doorframe of the bedroom door which had movement from restumping.

Install curtain rod and hang curtain

$100

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

15th Oct 2026

install curtain rod and hang curtain. I already have the rod and the curtain from Ikea, but I don't have the nails that's suitable for the wall

very nice gentle man! defs calling him back for home maintenance

Door closer in office installed and adjusted.

$200

Kew East VIC 3102, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Door closer in an office to be adjusted and installed . Old holes in door and frame to be puttied up ready for painting.

Excellent work. Very punctual and good communication 👍

Install clothes drying rack + move Dyson dock

$90

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Drill in new clothes drying rack into brick wall and move Dyson stick vacuum dock. Must have appropriate drill and skills required to drill into brick. Must have an eye for detail to make sure the drying rack and Dyson dock are level.

Great Aussie bloke, with a positive attitude! Kerry is a builder so he knows what he’s doing. Highly recommend if you want quality craftsmanship. Will definitely be re-booking Kerry!

Fixing the Wall and painting

$200

Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

15th Oct 2026

There is a hole in the wall caused by an accidental impact. The damaged plaster needs to be repaired, and the affected area should be properly prepared and repainted to match the existing wall finish.

Jason is a wonderful person who helped us with all the big and small repairs around our house, including filling holes, fixing wall imperfections, and repainting. His attention to detail, professionalism, and quality workmanship were outstanding. He was reliable, friendly, and dedicated. We truly appreciate his hard work and highly recommend Jason to anyone!

Please help fix a door stopper

$50

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Please help fix a door stopper without drilling another hole on the door if possible, until 3pm today

Excellent communication from start to finish. Fixed the door stopper efficiently, made sure it was completely secure, and was very respectful of our home. Thanks so much for the great help Greg!

Door Hinges Repair - See photo

$40

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

14th Oct 2026

Door Hinges Repair - See photo

Thank you for helping us out.

3 handyman jobs

$120

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

14th Oct 2026

3 different small handyman jobs. 1st is to hang a mirror in masonry. Have photos of the mirror and wall. 2nd is to tighten the pipes completely and all the way. It’s 25mm pipe and the fittings are obviously larger to fit the pipe. Need it screwed in all the way. It is as tight as we can get them by hand so you’ll need tools for this. 3rd is install a shelf same height as the black cross beam. Will be installing into masonry and the box says it has all the fittings you’ll need. Will need a small ladder to do this one

Came quick and did a great job

IKEA picture ledge installer

$180

Kew East VIC 3102, Australia

14th Oct 2026

IKEA wall picture ledge installer. To install 1 peg board 760x560 , 6 “Mosslanda picture ledges onto brick walls and 5 number picture hooks onto brick walls must have own tools and suitable fixings to suit the IKEA products.

Patrick did a great job very efficient, professional easy going contractor. Will highly recommend him.

Fix door frame so door closes smoothly

$200

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

12th Oct 2026

Door on outdoor yurt currently sticks part way shut, needs either frame to be re aligned, hinges reset or frame and door sanded. Also attach new lock we will supply.

Great prompt service.

Remove Clothesline

$150

Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia

11th Oct 2026

I'm looking for someone to remove a clothesline in my backyard including removal of all rubbish. Job details include: - Cut of clothesline to ground level and disposal of clothes line

Great job, Steve arrived on time and did a quality job. Will use again. Thanks.

1 bedroom door to be installed

$200

Burwood, Victoria, 3125 Australia

10th Oct 2026

Brand new bedroom door installation

Brendan was so so good he has done such a fantastic job, im very happy 😊 thank you so much again Brendan ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Melbourne Eastern Suburbs

Sash window maintenance

$750

Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia

4th Oct 2026

5 sash windows to be maintained. Just the bottom window needs to be functional 1 works well 2 have sash cords, but wont stay open when you lif them up 2 have no sash cords Just need all 5 to be functional.

Very knowledgeable. Great communication. Very happy with the work Kon did. Would recommend

House HVAC maintenance and checkup

$200

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

21st Sep 2026

My 4 bed 2 storeyed townhouse has centralized electrical HVAC. It makes weird banging sounds periodically - need to inspect the cause and fix it. Additionally, one of the rooms doesn't get the HVAC effect much. Needs rebalancing. This may need accessing roof cavity - I don't have a tall ladder. The person performing the task is expected to bring the ladder and tools.

Garden maintenance

$100

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

21st Sep 2026

Tidy and shape two courtyard trees/shrubs Looking for someone to tidy and reshape two established shrubs/small trees in my courtyard — one has grown quite bushy and overgrown with some yellowing/mottled foliage on top, the other is tall and narrow, encroaching on the fence line and pathway. After a general prune to neaten the shape, reduce height/width where overgrown, and clear any dead or discoloured growth. Please bring your own tools and take clippings away with you. Happy to discuss the look I'm after on-site before you start. Type of gardening: Hedge trimming Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Electrician with Fire Services qualification for ESM maintenance

$10

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

11th Sep 2026

Qualified Fire Services Electrical Contractor Required – Melbourne We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced fire services electrical contractor to undertake regular inspection, testing and preventive maintenance of fire and life-safety systems within a mixed-use residential and commercial building with a basement carpark. The scope may include: * Smoke detectors and smoke alarm systems * Fire detection and alarm panels * Emergency Warning and Intercommunication System (EWIS) * Emergency lighting and illuminated exit signs * Associated batteries, controls, interfaces and fault monitoring * Identification and reporting of defects * Maintenance records and service certification for the Annual Essential Safety Measures Report The contractor must hold relevant Victorian electrical licences and fire-services qualifications, have appropriate insurance, and be experienced with mixed-use buildings, ESM requirements and applicable Australian Standards.

Help with home maintenance

$100

Box Hill South VIC 3128, Australia

6th Sep 2026

Help with general home maintenance . Mounting hoses, fixing gate, help with general jobs, lawn mowing. Recommending trades people for plumbing or electrical jobs. External and internal

Garage Door Service & Maintenance

$100

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Looking for someone experienced with Centurion garage door openers to carry out a general service/maintenance. The garage door occasionally gets stuck while closing and reverses back up. If I press the button again, it usually closes normally the second time. I’d like this issue checked as part of the service. Ideally looking for a standard annual garage door service, including inspection, adjustment, lubrication and safety checks, and fixing the intermittent issue if possible. Please let me know your service fee and what is included. If any parts or additional repairs are required, please advise before proceeding.

Friendly, professional, efficient. Highly recommended. Thank you.

Home maintenance

$500

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

17th Aug 2026

Need some maintenance jobs as follows: 1. Replace a kitchen cabinetry horizontal filler piece between oven and cooktop 2. Replace 4 window winders - window winders will be supplied 3. Clean the outdoor triangle fascia

maintenance for childcare MUST HAVE VALID WORKING WITH CHILDREN'S

$200

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

13th Aug 2026

looking for general maintenance worker for general repairs at child care centre MUST HAVE CURRENT EMPLOYEE WORKING WITH CHILDREN'S CHECK Task general repairs

Dishwasher maintenance

$200

Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia

11th Aug 2026

Pipe has broken on the dishwasher, I need to get this replaced and all pipes inspected and replaced as needed. Clean filters and make sure this Miele keeps working

Garden light maintenance & replacement

$200

Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

11th Aug 2026

Need to check up to 10 garden lights and replace where needed. Lights are wired to mains and not solar/battery.

Handy man , maintenance

$650

Hawthorn East, Victoria

27th Jul 2026

Paint 3 Sq metre of concrete Replace shower head. Paint entrance door Plane 3 doors Install 2 small mirrors in bathroom All items supplied

Gas log fire maintenance

$100

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

27th Jul 2026

Our gas log fire makes an at times loud noise when the fan is on. I think it needs lubricants or replacing or some general maintenance. I couldn’t attach a Video but can send separately(the fan is pretty ok in the video - it’s often louder)

Multiple home maintenance jobs - Hawthorn area

$600

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

20th Jul 2026

Looking for handyman to complete a number of small maintenance and replacement jobs, ideally in one visit. Jobs include: - prepare, patch and paint wall where an old toilet cistern previous was attached. (Paint can be supplied) - tighten exisiting toilet seat - Replace 4 internal door handles and 8 wardrobe handles (supplied) - replace existing toilet roll holder (supplied) - replace kitchen taps (supplied) and fix leak - Remove exisiting Venetian blinds in kitchen and install new blinds - attach picture hooks to brick wall

Maintenance Ducted Aircon

$100

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

1st Jul 2026

Need someone to come clean Aircon Filters and do general maintenance to make sure aircon system works well. 1 in main bedroom 1 in baby's room 1 living area You'll need your own ladder and tools, and knowledge of where to find the filter. They may be a bit tricky to reach but not sure. See pictures. Brand: I have the wired remote controller brand, if that's it. Samsung, MWR-WG00JN. Otherwise, I'll have a look for the aircon brand.

Terracotta roof tiles maintenance QUOTE

$20

Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Quote: Terracotta roof tiles need maintenance and repair to ensure no more leaking. Rectify extensive rust damage to the gutter system and metal roof above the entrance area. - Remove organic debris build up to roof drainage components including gutters, valley flashing and flash guttering to reinstate free flowing drainage and mitigate surcharge during rainfall events. - Replace perished silicone seals and address gaps surrounding all roof penetrations, including skylights, ventilation and chimneys. - Repair the hole and gap identified to the flashing at the front leftmost skylight.

Pest damage maintenance, general weeding, pruning.

$250

Ashburton VIC, Australia

14th Jun 2026

Trimming back some plants that have been affected by some garden pests. Weeding, tidying, pruning etc. Type of gardening: Weeding, Garden cleanup Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Garden light maintenance

$150

Canterbury VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Check and replace garden lights - 8 to 10 fittings in total. Lights are connected to a power source. Some might fittings might require replacements while others need new globes only.

Ducted Heating Maintenance and Cleaning

$10

Balwyn North, Victoria

5th Jun 2026

I’m looking for someone experienced to service, and clean my ducted heating system... p.s. it's working perfectly fine with no issues. The house is single-storey, so access should be straightforward.

Gas heater maintenance

$200

Canterbury VIC, Australia

4th Jun 2026

Centralised gas heater not working properly. Loud boom or thud in the outdoors unit - suspect it is caused by delayed gas heater ignition. Gas heater model is Brivis.

Roof maintenace and cleaning

$600

Doncaster East VIC, Australia

28th May 2026

single-storey residential house "Tile", scope of works request 1) replacement of broken roof tiles/sheets where required, 2) Roof Cleaning and removal of moss, debris, and dirt buildup, 3) repointing and rebedding of ridge caps if necessary, 4) checking flashing and sealing around roof penetrations, 5) clean and paint protective coating. 6)