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Install mirror on the wall

$50

Very punctual and kind! Thanks!

Handyman needed for small tasks around house

$200

Great job. Will hire again for the next project.

Door installation and plaster

$1,000

Very helpful and knowledgeable

Fix bath tub drain stopper. It's locked.

$50

Great worker continued until finished

Erect a garden shed

$200

Very knowledgeable and skilled. The work was done properly and efficiently.

Cabinet Door Installation

$500

What's the average cost of a handyman in West Melbourne

$100 - $250

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$100

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$152

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$250

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in West Melbourne

Amazing service, went over and above, highly recommended.

Shower maintenance

$250

Justin completed the work in limited sunny window that we had and was quite professional in his service. Highly recommended!

Garage roof inspection and maintenance

$1,000

Efficien, friendly and very easy to deal with

Kitchen maintenance

$350

Thanks John

Maintainence of Evaporative Coooling Systems

$300

Sachin pulled through for us on a Sunday night and made some urgent repairs on our rental property. He did an excellent job. Speedy yet thorough! Thank you so much!

Help out with various household maintenance

$150

Great communication and easy to work with

Garden maintenance and Small tree trimming

$150

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

$120 - $283

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$120

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$194

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$283

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Average reviews for General Maintenance Services in West Melbourne

based on 85 reviews

4.91

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Top Handyman related questions

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

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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 West Melbourne

Fix kitchen sink hot water tap issue

$20

Albanvale VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

My kitchen sink hot water tap is pouring scalding hot water. Need help fixing this issue. Thanks.

I want to restore the window frame

$500

St Albans VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

I want to restore the window frames

Install mdf wall cladding

$50

Williams Landing VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

Need to install fluted mdf wall cladding- please see pic attached. Around 8.7 meters divided in three walls . I will supply the cladding materials. Located in Williams Landing

Need Garden Shed (Easyshed flatpack) insured installer

$200

Wyndham Vale VIC 3024, Australia

23rd May 2026

I have purchased EasyShed flatpack Garden Shed of size 3.75m* 1.5m dimensions. Refer to photos for exact product purchased. I need an insured installer when it arrives which may take 2 weeks. My budget is 200$.

I have a few things that need installing

$40

Derrimut VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

1, doorbell ring camera and digital camera, requires demounting current one 2, a mirror and a clock installed on the wall

Fix unclose doors

$10

Truganina VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

4 doors wont close properly. Need some one to fix that. Might need hinge or latch adjustment or replacement

Fix hole in the wall

$200

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

23rd May 2026

Fix a 450mm x 700mm hole in the wall

Install Tuya Garage Door Opener

$50

Derrimut VIC 3026, Australia

23rd May 2026

Install Tuya Garage Door opener

Need handyman for hanging a mirror

$30

Werribee VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

Need someone to drill holes in the dry walls and hang the kmart mirror. I tried myself made one of screws loose so need to redo it altogether. Need to patch the holes in walls too. Bring the tools required and putty to patch. I have the paint

Happy with his service. He listened to my vision and delivered it, spot on. Also, said he will be able to come back if I have any issues. Would highly recommend him for any such jobs.

Install shelves in my linen cupboard

$200

Fraser Rise VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

I need a professional handyman to install shelves in my linen cupboard. Measurements are roughly 140cm wide and 32 deep. Must have a registered ABN and proof of insurance. Thanks

Thanks for installing my shelves! Super happy with them.

Kitchen sink tap replacement

$150

Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

20th May 2026

kitchen sink tap replacement

Very happy with Marc service, absolutely recommend him!

Repair & Patch Plaster Ceiling After Plumbing Work

$50

Manor Lakes VIC, Australia

19th May 2026

A section was cut out for plumbing work from ceiling. Need to replaster sand and fix it. Roughly 90cm by 100cm

Very professional work

Install grab rail in shower

$50

Footscray VIC, Australia

18th May 2026

Install grab rail in tiled shower - will need to locate the studs and have the appropriate drill for the tiled wall.

Good job, thanks. Good communication

Fix Stacker door

$10

Williams Landing VIC, Australia

18th May 2026

The glass/wood stacker door is heavy a Nd it's slide smoothly to open. We have pull and push for it open and close with force. Need it fixed and smooth sliding.

Done the job. Thanks.

Need Plasterer – Bathroom Ceiling Repair / Replacement + Paint

$500

Caroline Springs VIC, Australia

17th May 2026

Looking for an experienced plasterer to repair or replace a section of my bathroom ceiling that has sagged due to moisture damage. There was a gap around the old exhaust fan fitting which likely caused moisture to get into the plaster and make the ceiling sag. Job Requirements: * Inspect damaged ceiling section * Replace or patch damaged plasterboard area * Ensure repair is strong enough to support a new exhaust fan/light fitting * match and paint ceiling so it blends with the rest of the bathroom * Leave clean finish ready to use Bathroom Details: * Bathroom ceiling size: approx. 1.8m x 1.8m * Damaged/sagging section: approx. 70cm x 30cm * May require replacing a larger section to properly secure the new fitting Please bring your own tools/materials or let me know what’s required. Would prefer someone experienced with bathroom moisture repairs and ceiling plastering. Photo attached for reference.

He was quick and very punctual. Will def rehire

Assemble and moving furniture.

$80

Deanside VIC, Australia

16th May 2026

A small TV entertainment unit to be assembled. Moving 2 bookcases and a desk to garage. Hanging a large painting (130cm x 100cm) on wall. Hanging 3 small pieces on wall (70cmx 50cm)

Pieter was very efficient and professional in his approach to the task. He was making sure I was satisfied with the task at each step. He made sure the task was up to standards and satisfactory to the client.

Door Repairs and Lock replacement

$400

Albion VIC, Australia

15th May 2026

Door repairs & lock replacement – Albion Looking for an experienced handyman/carpenter to fix a few door issues at my house in Albion. Jobs include: * Rear/external door lock not working + gap at bottom of door * Bathroom door jamming and not closing properly * Replace front door lock/handle (no key supplied with current lock) * One bedroom door sticking/jamming Likely needs: * door alignment * hinge adjustment * lock replacement * general handyman/carpentry work

Skilled, professional , friendly and got the job done quicker than expected. Highly recommended .

Repair BBQ Rangehood

$200

Maribyrnong VIC, Australia

14th May 2026

My rangehood continuously beeps after being turned on. The only way of turning the beeping off is to turn the safety switch off to the house for 10minutes. The fans/lights do not turn on, the display just flashes. I would like someone to fix the problem.

Great work. Highly recommended!

Plaster repair

$50

St Albans VIC, Australia

14th May 2026

Some to fix holes in my plaster hole in my wall

Clear communication and a perfect job well done

Internal Door Repair – Door Not Latching Properly & Rubbing on Carpet

$50

Deanside VIC 3336, Australia

10th May 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman or carpenter to fix an internal door in my house. Issues: 1. The door does not latch properly due to a gap between the door and the frame/strike plate 2. Parts of the door are rubbing against the carpet when opening/closing I’m looking for someone who can: 1. Inspect and identify the cause 2. Adjust/re-align the door if needed 3. ix the latch alignment so the door closes properly 4. Plane/sand/adjust the bottom of the door if required to stop it rubbing on the carpet Needs to be done either on Wed, Thursday or Friday (13,14, 15 May). Neighbor will provide access as I am out of town.

Fixed the door issue in 5 minutes.

Recent General Maintenance tasks in West Melbourne

Maintain mirror to wall

$80

Truganina VIC, Australia

22nd May 2026

Maintain mirror to plaster wall

Maintenance for reformer pilates machines

$100

Caroline Springs VIC, Australia

18th May 2026

Align reformer pilates machines 8 machines check and replace springs tighten ropes etc tighten shoulder rest pads

General maintenance

$50

Thornhill Park VIC 3335, Australia

13th May 2026

General Maintenance Description: - Master Bedroom window winder missing - needs replacing - Dead lock is loose (hard to use)- fixing - Master Bedroom Warerobe metal shelving is not secured - Bedroom 3 shelving is loose, and middle piece not secured - Toilet lid is cracked…

Roof tile repair and minor roof maintenance

$50

Tarneit VIC, Australia

11th May 2026

Task: Roof Tile Repair – 2 Broken Tiles and minor roof maintenance required. Location: Tarneit, VIC Hi, I need assistance fixing two broken tiles on the roof of my house and also minor roof maintenance is required. Please refer to pictures for more details. The property is located in Tarneit. Looking for someone experienced with roof repairs who can provide the best offer/quote for the job. Please include availability. Thank you.

Great person, great work, easy going. Definitely book him again.

Batched Property Maintenance (Wood, Plaster, Fixtures)

$150

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

10th May 2026

Require an elite, efficient handyman for a single-visit repair batch in Tarneit. See attached photos for exact visual data. The Batch: Plaster: Patch, fill, and sand minor gouges and holes in the drywall. (This includes the main hole pictured, plus TWO additional small holes). Paint matching not required for this quote. Plantation Shutters: Repair/re-secure one damaged louver (slat) on a white plantation shutter. Shower Hose: Re-secure the metal cosmetic outer sleeve of the shower hose back into the top showerhead fitting (the inner plastic pipe has been exposed). Parameters: You must bring all basic tools, plaster/filler, and required adhesives/pins for the shutter. I require clean, rapid execution. Quote your flat rate for the entire 3-part batch. No on-site price adjustments. Do not ask questions already answered by the visual data.

Handyman / Maintenance Officer needed – Wyndham Vale

$25

Wyndham Vale VIC, Australia

5th May 2026

We are looking for an experienced Handyman or Maintenance Officer to cover 3 shifts this week at our Wyndham Vale location. 📅 Shifts Available: Wednesday 7 May 2025 Thursday 8 May 2025 Friday 9 May 2025 ⏰ 8 hours per day 💰 Pay Rate: $25 per hour 📋 Requirements: Proven experience as a handyman or maintenance officer Reliable and punctual Able to commit to all 3 shifts Interested? Please send your resume directly in the chat.

Pool table maintenance

$700

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

29th Apr 2026

Pool tables need to be re clothed and pockets repaired

Property Maintenance

$10

Melton West VIC 3337, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Supply 8 clind clips to all Holland blinds throughout Chain in back room needs to be cut shorter and joined Supply new window lock Install and test cooktop centre burner not working

General repairs and maintenance trade req.

$10

Sunshine North VIC 3020, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Looking for a multi skilled trade to join our team for full time work. General repairs in most aspects, rehang doors, cupboard hinges, fence repairs, gate repairs, shower screen installation, blind installation. Working hours Monday to Friday 8-5pm. Van and tools provided. Servicing rental properties in Metro Melbourne. White card, WWCC, drivers license req.

Maintenance/handyman odd jobs labour tasks tomorrow 02/04

$400

Altona VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

require 1 person to complete some odd jobs for exit of building, fit a few light bulbs, door grates, warehouse tidy clean up to our skip bin, general duties would need own tools / drill / general handman stuff assisting blow/sweep warehouse if you have petrol blower thats a plus starting 7am until 3pm tomorrow 02/04 located altona

Outstanding job Great workmanship

Cutting Mulberry tree and garden maintenance

$180

Tarneit VIC, Australia

27th Mar 2026

Need lawn mown, hedge trimming front shrubs, cutting and prune rose trees, Cutting 2m length with 50 mm dia Mulberry tree and remove roots Veggie Garden bed maintenance Wedding and garden cleaning Take away green rubbish mainly tree brunch ( we same 240L green bin) Type of gardening: Whipper snipping, Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup, Weeding, Other, Lawn mowing Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Roof maintenance

$150

Sydenham VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Roof gutter and down pipe cleaning Minor roof maintenance - roof pointing cracks repair (if required), tiles silicon repair (if required), replace cracked/ chipped tiles (if required) Welcome to inspect for quote

Great communication!

Deck Maintenance

$400

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

24th Mar 2026

Hello I am looking for Sanding/staining/painting deck and fix some loose nails

3 split system service and maintenance.

$300

Footscray VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2026

Deep Cleaning: Professionally clean the evaporator coils (indoor) and condenser coils (outdoor). Chemical Clean. Drainage Check: Flush the condensate drain pipe and check the drain tray. Refrigerant Check: Check refrigerant levels and pressure, inspecting for leaks to ensure cooling/heating. Performance Testing: Run the system to verify optimal airflow and cooling/heating capacity *One unit is not blowing cool air so need diagnose and repair on the spot. ASTG24KMTC (indoor) and AOTG24KMTC (outdoor)

Garage door maintenance

$200

Truganina VIC 3029, Australia

17th Mar 2026

Garage door track along the wall bent because of hitting by a car, and few wheels from the tracks came out while closing. Need to fix. It’s eco residential garage.

Amir arrived at scheduled time and completed the job.

Hot Water (Gas) System Repair & Maintenance

$100

Wyndham Vale VIC 3024, Australia

15th Mar 2026

I have a gas hot water system (attached photo) which works perfectly for most of the time but at times the hot water stops upstairs when someone is using it downstairs, earlier the water would still be hot upstairs with a lesser pressure but now it altogether stops. May need to be checked and repaired for any issues.

General repairs and maintenance handyman req.

$10

Sunshine North VIC, Australia

12th Mar 2026

Looking for a handyman to join our team for full time work. General repairs in most aspects, rehang doors, cupboard hinges, fence repairs, gate repairs, shower screen installation, blind installation. Working hours Monday to Friday 8-5pm. Van and tools provided. Servicing rental properties in Metro Melbourne. White card, WWCC, drivers license req.

Help with bathroom maintenance work

$35

Werribee VIC, Australia

26th Feb 2026

I’m a handyman myself, just needing an extra set of hands to help with some bathroom maintenance work (applying grout) as I’ve hurt my back. It’s a small area, won’t take more than an hour.

I’ve worked with Deanna a few times now. She always does a great job, shows up on time and is really easy to work with. Thanks again.

Reattached towel rail with 4 plaster wall plug handman maintenance

$80

Sunshine VIC, Australia

29th Jan 2026

Reattached towel rail with four plaster wall plugs and plaster patch-up of the old holes, with paint touch-up.

Chris is a reliable, skilled professional.

Selection of maintenance jobs on house

$30

Truganina VIC, Australia

5th Jan 2026

We have a selection of maintenance tasks to be completed on a rental including; - reattaching plaster to roof structure in garage (minor sag in corner) - replace door to garage (we will supply door) - clean roof and gutters - seal the oven in - regrout gaps in shower sealing to make sure it's waterproof

Chris was very thorough and detailed with his fixes, would highly recommend