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Fantastic work removing and affixing my mailbox! Will definitely hire again :)

Remove mailbox and install new mailbox

$100

Daniel was a pleasure to deal with. Would recommend.

Install vertical blinds and drill holes for mirror and 2 paintings

$150

Fixed my blinds very quickly

Blinds refix

$100

Excellent. I recommend.

Internal strip-out: remove carpet, a wardrobe and all other fixtures

$900

Thank you for your hard work

Install door excluders, to seal gap under door

$200

Completed a good job overall with attention to detail.

Remove mould in bathroom and on 3 fabric roller blinds

$220

What's the average cost of a handyman in Sydney

$125 - $300

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$125

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$190

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$300

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Sydney

Nicely done, highly recommended!

Handy man needed for some apartment maintenance needs

$150

Amazing service! I can only recommend him

Air conditioning maintenance

$200

Ron was amazing to deal with, he was on time and a very tidy clean worker, I would absolutely recommend his services to anyone. Thanks again Ron

Various small maintenance jobs around the office

$200

Andrew was amazing!!! Couldn't recommend him more highly. Will be my bike guy from now on. Very knowledgeable and keen to help. Bike is running like a dream!

Postie Bike - Troubleshooting & Maintenance

$300

Great job, would highly recommend Steven

Maintenance/ repair interior door handles

$100

Ronen was absolutely fantastic!! Such incredible attention to detail and patience! Took a lot of pride in his work. Thank you Ronen :)

Maintenance work

$75

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

$181 - $332

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$181

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$250

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$332

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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 Sydney

Ceiling gybrock repair around Air conditioning

$250

Sydney NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2026

We need a ceiling to rock repaired and painted colour matched

Need help in fixing screws in 2 to 3 household items.

$40

Camperdown, New South Wales

28th Feb 2026

I need help with fixing screws in curtain rod, chair, and cabinet door. I have the rod and screws and all tools. It is approx 30 mins work.

Replacing flyscreens

$200

Waterloo NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2026

Need someone to replace flyscreens. Rental - so just replacing Damaged flyscreens. Just the basic flyscreen mesh.

Gyprocking new raked ceiling and small walls. And sanding as well.

$5,000

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2026

New raked ceiling needs to be sheeted in 13mm gyprock, walls need to be sheeted in 16mm firecheck, and some small sections of sheeting to be done downstairs in aquacheck. Setting and sanding to be done on all gyprock. I will provide materials to be ready on site. I have scaffolding on site.

Plasterboard wall repair – palm-sized hole (apartment)

$420

Waterloo NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2026

I have one palm-sized hole in a white plasterboard wall in my apartment. The wall is standard white painted plasterboard (not brick). I need professional patch repair including: - Proper plasterboard patching - Sanding and smoothing - Paint matching and repainting the affected wall area (to avoid visible patch marks) Please include labour and materials in your quote. Must have experience with plasterboard repair and provide invoice

Replace Door Seal for fridge

$350

Waterloo NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2026

I need a qualified technician/handyman to replace the rubber door seal on a commercial fridge in my cafe located in Waterloo, NSW. The current seal is worn and coming loose, which is affecting the door closure and temperature efficiency. Scope of works: • Inspect existing fridge door seal • Supply and install correct replacement gasket (commercial grade) • Ensure door seals tightly and fridge maintains proper temperature • Remove and dispose Two fridges, see attached photos. Must be able to attend between the hours of 6am to 4pm

Installation and electric wiring ceiling fan

$120

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2026

Looking for a certified electrician to install a smart ceiling fan in bedroom replacing an existing lamp.

Fix flyscreen mesh

$100

Camperdown, New South Wales

28th Feb 2026

We have a hole in our flyscreen at the bottom that needs to be fixed (just one panel). Would prefer a stronger mesh than what we currently have that is pet-strong. - Due date: Flexible

Hang large mirror install wall brackets for TV & sound bar onto

$150

Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia

27th Feb 2026

Large mirror needs re hanging on lounge room wall and I have brackets I need installed for my TV and soundbar to be placed on

Great service, installed everything perfectly. Friendly, professional!

Install Sink marrickville

$200

Marrickville NSW, Australia

26th Feb 2026

Hi I have a sink and it needs to be installed to the building piping

Such excellent help thank you

Fix wardrobe railings

$60

Marrickville, New South Wales

25th Feb 2026

I need the wardrobe railing fixed and a bracket installed in the roof in the centre (or hook) to hold the weight. Also need a bracket installed on the roof in the second wardrobe and the anchor points tightened (slightly coming off the wall - see pictures). Will pay for the brackets or hooks on top of quoted price - you just need to bring it.

Amazing job! Will definitely use him again.

Need a gyprock ceiling repaired

$10

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

24th Feb 2026

Need a damaged gyprock ceiling repaired There was a water leak when it rained. We fixed that. I’m not the best with this so would prefer to get someone who knows what they are doing Street parking Stanley st so parking is on st Could be some others jobs if you’re keen too Check the images and let me know Cheers

Great guy! Good communication, polite, clean and on time! Would definitely recommend! Cheers

Install Ceiling Fan

$150

Newtown NSW, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

Hi, we need a ceiling fan installed in our room. Ceiling fan is slipstream from Beacon Lighting. Our ceiling is slanted 30 degrees as shown in the picture. We got Ceiling Fan Angle Canopy (shown in picture) and an extension rod also shown in pictures. Please let us know your offers and if you have any questions. Thanks

Alex is an absolute legend!!! Quality work!!! Highly recommended.

Handyman - remove stuck paper & child locks

$158

St Peters NSW, Australia

17th Feb 2026

Have moved out of a rental and landlord wants me to send someone back to fix a few issues. 1. Paper is stuck on a wooden shelf. I did try before leaving but is really stuck / sunk into the wood. Needs some magic 2. Adhesive child locks on vanity draws in bathroom and kitchen. Would imagine using a heat gun will help. I am coordinating with real estate who will then coordinate with landlord to find time but access is available on Thursday or Friday —> just need to send time. I would guess it will take 2-3 hours to get all sorted properly.

Absolutely amazing work, highly recommend

Fix roller blind chain that has come off the tracker

$45

Erskineville NSW 2043, Australia

17th Feb 2026

Hi, I need someone to help me reinsert this chain back into the curtain rod tracker

punctual, efficient would recommend

Hole in ceiling fixed, painting, grouting

$1,500

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

17th Feb 2026

Small hole in kitchen ceiling, small area to regrout, paint kitchen

Ricco did a fantastic job. He was meticulous in his work and communicated very well. I will definitely call on him again.

Wall repairs

$400

Haymarket NSW, Australia

16th Feb 2026

Repair walls - holes from lighting in plaster, holes from dynabolts in concrete wall. 22 small holes in sandstone wall, 14 plaster holes different sizes

Great job repairing significant damage to sandstone and plaster walls

Remove MDF Fixture from Wall

$150

Glebe NSW 2037, Australia

15th Feb 2026

Need help from experienced carpenter to figure out how to remove this fixture from wall. I have removed all the screws but fixture is still firmly attached to wall. I believed it may have nails embedded in it securing it to wall. After removal, help to load onto car. Fixture is MDF so it is heavy, I think it requires at least 2 persons to remove it.

Quick and efficient, gets the job done. Thank you, Mario

Repair hole in hollow core door

$10

Petersham NSW, Australia

15th Feb 2026

Two small jobs: 1. Repair the hole in our bathroom door. I believe it’s hollow core maybe with some foam behind it. Not sure. Just need the hole patched up. 2. Patch paint on wall ready for painting where a stick-on hook has pulled off some paint layers.

Great job patching wall and door. Super nice to boot 👍

Handyman Needed – Curtain Rods, TV Mounting & Picture Hanging

$350

Rosebery NSW, Australia

15th Feb 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman to complete the following: 1) Install curtain rods in 3 rooms; 2) Wall mount 3 TVs; 3) Hang 3 wall pictures. I will supply rods and TV brackets (please bring appropriate tools). Please confirm experience and availability.

Highly recommend! Professional, efficient, and great attention to detail. Everything was done properly, neatly, and with zero hassle. Reliable and easy to deal with — would absolutely use again.

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Sydney

Apartment maintenance

$200

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

30th Jan 2026

I need you to do maintenance on the apartment of these items that are bad The bathroom shower screen has an issue The bathroom skirting board needs repair There is a leak under the bathroom sink The toilet flush is not working properly The corridor light is not functioning The kitchen light is not functioning The dishwasher is leaking water and I believe it requires maintenance

Assist with vehicle maintenance

$50

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

20th Jan 2026

Check DIY air flow duct seated correctly Diagnose likely cause of high pitch noise. Provide assistance with or complete the install of new serpentine belt and tensioner.

Air conditioning maintence

$200

Rosebery NSW, Australia

19th Jan 2026

A simple maintenance and clean up in a kelvinator air conditioning

Aircon filter, downlights & skylight maintenance. Tall ladder needed.

$200

Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia

14th Jan 2026

I have an apartment with tall ceilings. Need someone to do the following: 1. Replace downlights (I can get these) 2. Clean air conditioner filter 3. Clean air duct 4. Clean / Dust skylight Note the ceilings are high. The air conditioner and downlights are in a ceiling about 4m high. The skylight is a bit higher, approx five metres. Please see photos. HENCE LADDER AND HEIGHT IS ESSENTIAL. You will need to bring one also. Access is on the second floor or an apartment building.

Quote maintenance repairs

$50

Newtown NSW, Australia

11th Jan 2026

Quote for a few building maintenance repairs - must be able to provide invoice required for my insurance company of any works completed to prove maintenance done. Includes jobs like minor wall rendor repairs (cracks), replacing wooden balcony door seals, a few skirting tiles. Hard to explain in post hence seperate post to provide quote.

Punctual and friendly - gave good knowledgeable advice

General building maintenance

$800

Newtown, New South Wales

11th Jan 2026

Need work in imagine done and must be able to provide invoice for proof of repairs as it is required for insurance company. The work is a mix of simple sealing door frame, minor rendering patch etc - see image. Ideally can do all but if not let me Know what work you can do.

Washing machine maintenance

$120

Stanmore, New South Wales

5th Jan 2026

My Simpson swt7055tmwa has an error of E30 and we have checked the hoses for blockage, nothing seems to be the issue. Schedule: Need job done urgently Budget: $120 Site Visit: Anytime Attached File:

2003 honda ct 110 maintenance

$250

Potts Point-Woolloomooloo NSW, Australia

1st Jan 2026

Oil and filter change, brake pads replacement. Chain replacement and chain guide.

Air conditioning maintenance

$250

Alexandria NSW, Australia

22nd Dec 2025

It’s blowing cool air but not actually cold. It’s clean but it hasn’t been maintained in a few years

Handyman / Maintenance Legend Needed

$700

Marrickville, New South Wales

16th Dec 2025

Hey there! We're a business in Marrickville looking for a reliable handyman/maintenance person to help us knock out a few odd jobs before our Christmas break. This needs to be done early in the morning (around 7am start) so everything is finished and dry before our venue opens at 12pm. Jobs we need done: 1. Paint Concrete Bollard Wall (Front Patio Area) - Handyman to supply paint in the exact colour: HEX: #865D2F RGB: 134, 93, 47 - Apply a non-sacrificial anti-graffiti coating after painting. Options include: Dulux Precision Anti-Graffiti Coating OR Wattyl Graffiti Barrier Paint must be fully dry before midday trading — hence the early start. 2. Fix Clip Frame on Bathroom Door - One clip frame has come loose on the back of a bathroom door. 3. Install a Gate on Brewer’s Loading Dock Side - Gate is fully supplied — just needs to be installed. - Requires handyman to provide screws/bolts to secure it. - Also install two hasp & staple latches (supplied). - Must be drilled/bolted into brick and a metal gate frame. 4. Install A Few Signs Around Site - Signs supplied. - Will need drill, screws, and a level to install cleanly in various locations around the venue.

Washing machine maintenance

$120

Stanmore, New South Wales

12th Dec 2025

My Simpson swt7055tmwa has an error of E30 and we have checked the hoses for blockage, nothing seems to be the issue. Schedule: Need job done urgently Budget: $120 Site Visit: Anytime Attached File:

Ricky was efficient and delivered excellent service

Office maintenance

$300

Ultimo NSW, Australia

3rd Dec 2025

Shower head purchase and install Reinstall wall mounted bar Trip to Bunnings Site visit - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01KBGF1HXZ7QNXBGZE040M3TCW

Electrician needed for repairs & maintenance

$350

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

11th Nov 2025

Investigate power usage as meter spinning even when everything is off. Double check old outdoor airconditioning units are disconnected, to ensure these aren’t source of power leakage. Replace faulty pendant light (we have replacement) Replace faulty light switch, disconnect dimmer (we have replacement) Remove 3 faulty sensors, and install light switch instead ( two may need new switches?) Disconnect old hardwired smoke alarm We are flexible with date, prefer this week after 12 noon. (This is for 3 terrace houses within 50 metres of each other) Parking provided.

Simply amazing! Best electrician ever! Very professional and knows exactly what needs to be done! Thankyou so much!!!

Air conditioning maintenance

$200

Botany NSW, Australia

10th Nov 2025

Routine air conditioning maintenance required for two units - one in bedroom and one in living room

Great service highly recommend

Aircon maintenance for 2 units

$200

Redfern NSW, Australia

1st Nov 2025

One Daikin and one Fujitsu units in need of clean and function and safety inspection

General Maintenance

$50

Marrickville NSW, Australia

31st Oct 2025

General maintenance job. Job includes:- 1. 1 x curtain rod installation 2. 6 x picture hooks installed into wall (I will provide hooks) 3. Assemble a MDF laundry box (from Kmart)

Ducted Airconditioner maintence and zone fix

$150

Chippendale NSW, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

Daiken Ducted Aur Conditoner Maintenance, And check/fix why one of the zone rooms isn't working 2 zones, 1 zone cover 2 rooms, 1 room works the other stopped

Appreciate the walk through and explanation of what he was doing, The investigation of what was happening with the system How things could be better positioned/worked

End of lease maintenance

$300

Newtown, New South Wales

2nd Oct 2025

Originally posted for a Tuesday job but needed to change the day… We have moved out of an old place and taken pictures from the wall tearing the paint and whatever else. Picture hook holes need to be fixed. See photos attached. Also our TV has caused damage to a wall. We would like this painted and holes to be fixed see photos attached. I’ve ruined the thread on 3 of the screws. See photos attached. Paint supplied for the walls.

Diego was fantastic. Did everything and more than I asked of him. Would 100% recommend

Mitsubishi AC Split System AC maintenance

$150

Hillsdale NSW, Australia

26th Sep 2025

Hi, my Mitsubishi split system air conditioner isn’t cooling properly and I need someone to come out today to diagnose and fix it. Looking for an experienced AC technician who can: • Check and assess the unit • Identify why it’s not cooling effectively • Provide on-the-spot fix if possible Details: • Location: Hillsdale • Preferred time: 1:30-2:30 • Please bring necessary tools/equipment Thanks!

Thank you, unfortunately need to replace the unit, so will do my research 🔬

Miele dishwasher maintenance

$170

Newtown NSW, Australia

15th Sep 2025

My miele dishwasher requires a servicing and troubleshooting with the inlet/drain

Mark was very efficient and quickly found the source of the problem with my dishwasher and fixed the problem!