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Recent Handyman reviews in Melbourne

Ehsan did an excellent job worked really hard to stay within the job which I very much appreciated. Very pleasant to deal with and excellent communicator. Highly recommend!

Install bracket at front and back door, install curtain rail

$210

Excellent work . Punctual

TOILET SEAT FIXING

$50

Very very good! Above and beyond, very polite.

Curtain fixed tonight Armadale

$120

Friendly, efficient, good communicator. Cheers :)

Install new shower head to wall

$125

Anyone who needs any plastering jobs or painting get onto Darren he did a great job on my place. Very happy

Few holes in the wall fixed and painted

$50

Alek did an awesome job. Fixed two of my cabinets and helped me with my ironing board. Very knowledgeable. Very smart 👍🙏

Fix my kitchen drawer :)

$150

What's the average cost of a handyman in Melbourne

$119 - $250

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Melbourne

Great work very efficient

Home maintenance

$800

Will hire again !

End of lease repair and maintenance

$200

I needed a few little maintenance items of different types around our investment property. Peter was prompt, efficient and did what he said he would.

Kitchen hinge & other maintenance

$500

Accomodating and thorough completing list of general small maintenance issues at our bakery. Thanks

Maintenance person

$200

Great job! Easy to deal with and completed task ✅

Gas central ducted unit yearly maintenance

$100

Thank you so much for great a job!

Maintenance on sliding door

$80

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

$145 - $321

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$145

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$200

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$321

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Average reviews for General Maintenance Services in Melbourne

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What do handyman services include?

Have some untackled DIY tasks at home that you can’t seem to find time for? Find a highly skilled handyman near you with remarkable customer service by using Airtasker. 

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

Help mount shelves, mirror, curtain rods

$300

Essendon VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

I need help mount 5 sets of floating shelves, 1 bathroom towel rack, a mirror above the vanity, and 3 Expandable curtain rods

Furniture assembly and hang a frame

$100

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

I want to hang a picture frame on the wall. Size is around the picture provided. Assemble two ikea furnitures. One is a straightforward table and the other is small shelf.

Nathan was very patient and helped me with my tasks efficiently.

Replacement of door knob and handle in South Yarra

$70

South Yarra VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Kindly replace the door knob and lock and let us go to Bunnings to buy a new one

Fix door hinge

$30

Southbank VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

My pantry door fell off one of the hinges.

Handyman to Nail 3 wall hangings/Painting on the wall(studs)

$80

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

I need help with hanging 3 wall hangings/paintings in my living room. I have tried using 3M Wall stickers but the paintings are heavy and fell down. I want them nailed or hung on the wall

Quick response, Efficient, Great service.

Repair bathroom corner

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

i need this part to be repaird

Fix sink leak

$60

Elwood VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Hey my sink is leaking slightly just need that fixed thanks

Small wall paint needs repair

$100

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

31st Mar 2026

I attached some hooks on the wall to hang some photos and when I took it off it damaged the wall paint. It needs repair today

Wonderful job, thanks

Instal 2 x van awnings

$300

Brunswick East, Victoria

31st Mar 2026

I have a van with an awning but it’s too small so I bought a bigger one to install. I want to then move the smaller awning to another van i have. Both have roof racks to attach to

Super fast and knowledgeable. Legend, thanks mate!

Fix small plaster on wall - few spots

$50

St Kilda East, Victoria

30th Mar 2026

Just pulled a small amount of plaster off a wall. Need someone to come and fix it up asap as we are moving out today. 2 spots.

Darren came to the house incredibly fast, fixed up the small bits of wall we needed done and gave great advice. 100% would use Darren again if ever needed

Repair work

$250

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

30th Mar 2026

Hi, I need minor wall repairs done in an apartment before bond settlement. Areas: - Living room wall near balcony door - Main door wall - Some walls in master bedroom (small marks, scuffs, minor damage) No major holes, just patching, sanding and paint touch-up required. Important: - Need colour matching to existing wall paint - Clean, professional finish (bond return standard) Location: 163 City Road, Southbank Flexible timing but preferably ASAP Please include all materials (putty, paint etc.) in your quote.

Darren did an excellent job with the wall repairs. The finish is very clean and everything was blended really well – you can’t tell there was any damage before. He was professional, efficient, and easy to communicate with throughout the process. Really appreciate the quality of work, especially for end-of-lease repairs. Would definitely recommend him to anyone needing patching and painting work.

Handyman for small section ceiling repair

$400

Northcote VIC, Australia

30th Mar 2026

The job involves replacing water damaged plasterboard, re-plastering,We can leave out the cornice ( or try and supply it ourselves) and just leave it as plaster wall for now. No painting required.

Thank you to Rohit, he did such a great job and was very professional. Highly recommend!!!

Help install artwork in a corporate office

$120

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

30th Mar 2026

I'm looking for a safe pair of hands to help with installing 14 artwork across 3 floors of a corporate office in the Melbourne CBD this coming Wednesday 1 April. It's an early installation, meaning we need to be on-site at 7am. We will be departing from our office in Abbotsford at 6:45am to get there on time, meaning you would need to meet at our office at 6:30am for some really basic training. We anticipate the job to be completed by around 10am, and back at the office in Abbotsford around 10:30am. No carpentry skills required as it's a straightforward job and instructions will be provided en route to the installation. Essentially, I'm looking for an able-bodied person who is a safe pair of hands to assist on the job.

David's great. I got him to help me out as an assisting pair of hands installing a dozen artworks at a ridiculously time of day, and he was early, attentive, and proactive. Would recommend.

Handyperson Needed – Blinds & Picture Hanging – East Melbourne

$150

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2026

I’m looking for a reliable handyperson to help with a couple of jobs around my home in East Melbourne. I need someone to fix and repair some blinds, as well as rearrange and hang a number of paintings throughout the house.

Excellent work - very helpful.

Install Door Lock

$100

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Install door lock on bedroom door Lock supplied

Terrence was great, would hire again!

Fixed shower screen door

$70

Collingwood VIC, Australia

28th Mar 2026

The door has come out of its alignment. Not sure how this happened or how it can be fixed. Needs to be fixed perfectly

Great thanks Fida very good

Move clothes dryer and assemble and install wall cabinet

$150

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

27th Mar 2026

I need a dryer moved and a cabinet hung in a cupboard laundry space. Cabinet needs assembly. Cabinet is Kaboodle brand from Bunnings.

May did an excellent job. Listened to what I wanted and got the job done.

Hang a rail and repair in wardrobe

$100

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

26th Mar 2026

My wardrobe rail has broken from the middle screws. Inspect hanging rail and repair options. Assumes multiple rail supports to be installed and source parts and install to underside of overhead shelf. reinstate exisiting rod and end exisiting end brackets

Ben was amazing to deal with. So friendly, professional and did a perfect job fixing my wardrobe rail. Couldn’t be happier with the result. Highly recommend!

I need a handyman

$80

Melbourne VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2026

I need to dismantle the dryer and washing machine (see photo) and separate the dryer from the washing machine.

Fast response and great result

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Melbourne

Install shower head, fix sticky door + other odd maintenance jobs

$250

Armadale VIC, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

List of maintenance jobs to do around my new apartment: - Screw in toilet seat on one side - Fix balcony door handle - can only lock door via drop bolt - Fix sticky door - Install new shower head - Reattach fly screen in toilet window - Seal sink basin crack - Drill hole in cupboard for vacuum charger - Screw wall hook rack onto wall

Thanks so much Michael. Did a whole bunch of random odd jobs for me and was really knowledgeable and had all the appropriate equipment. Would recommend and use services again. Thank you!!

Need help with a few maintenance issues

$100

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

1. Washer Cupboard Door Inspect the cupboard door Bring proper hinges and re-attach door 2. Bathroom Door Handle Check the door handle Tighten, resecure, or replace fittings to ensure it is securely attached 3. Toilet Seat Inspect the toilet seat Tighten, realign, or replace fittings as needed so it is stable and properly fixed

Garage door repair and maintenance

$10

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

28th Mar 2026

The strut on my garage door of a townhouse has come off (I think someone may have backed into it). I am looking for someone to fix that and give the roller system a maintenance. Not sure of price so just put $10 as a placeholder. Please make offers

He was great, on-time, very efficient

Wall crack repairs, patching and painting – small maintenance job

$1,500

Parkville VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2026

Looking for someone to complete small repair and painting work in a townhouse. Work includes: • Patch cracks in walls • Repair small plaster damage / hole in wall • Fill minor ceiling / cornice cracks • Patch small cracks outside if possible • Touch-up painting after repairs • General tidy up to improve appearance before sale This is a maintenance / cosmetic job, not full renovation. Property located in Parkville VIC.

Quality Work friendly person

Weatherboard maintenance

$200

Ripponlea VIC, Australia

16th Mar 2026

Prep and repaint all front weatherboards facing the street All boards preparation: scraping, patching with builder bog, gaping and sanding back Apply 3 coats of weather shield paint (you supply)

Hiring Experienced Casual Handyman / Maintenance

$40

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

12th Mar 2026

Job Description: We are currently looking for a reliable and experienced Handyman / Maintenance to assist with occasional maintenance work. This is a casual position with flexible hours, depending on business needs. The role may involve a few hours or days of work at a time and could lead to a permanent position in the future for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out general handyman and maintenance tasks Basic plumbing and electrical repairs Minor carpentry, fixing fittings, and installations Troubleshooting and repairing maintenance issues Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard Requirements: Previous experience in handyman, plumbing, electrical, or general maintenance work Ability to work independently and solve problems Strong practical skills and attention to detail Reliable, punctual, and professional Own tools and valid driver’s license preferred

Home Maintenance | Dishwasher Repair, Door Handle Repair

$150

Thornbury VIC, Australia

11th Mar 2026

We have two jobs that need an experience repair person. One is to fix our SMEG dishwasher that won’t turn on and the other is to repair a door handle that is broken.

Washing machine maintenance

$80

Brunswick VIC, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Connected washing machine, pipe was leaking, used tape and clamp to try and fix, we still think it’s not draining mid cycle and are getting drain error message. Need to someone to fix

Coolroom maintenance

$10

Richmond VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2026

I have a coolroom and compressor needs gas

Paint, patch and general maintenance (Quotes please)

$50

Flemington VIC 3031, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

Preparing our property for sale. Needs full patch and paint internally and trim externally. Also a few small maintenance jobs if you are able to do them including replacing a couple of floor tiles and one doorframe (rotten from rain damage). House will be vacant from next week.

Smeg dishwasher maintenance / repair

$100

Kensington VIC, Australia

21st Feb 2026

Smeg Dishwasher not resetting - cannot start a cycle. No model sticker on appliance.

Maintenance - Outdoor XTrack Blinds

$150

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

21st Feb 2026

The screws have become loose and a gap appears between the blind and track. Maintenance required to tidy up 3 blinds. See photos.

Air condition service maintenance in apartment in CBD

$150

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

15th Feb 2026

Looking for a technician to come look at my aircon. Location is in an apartment close to CBD.

William was great! My aircon needed urgent attention due to hot days and he was able to come by on short notice and get the job done. Thanks!

Maintenance Work Office in South Melbourne

$150

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

5th Feb 2026

We're looking for a reliable handyman to assist with some maintenance work at our office in South Melbourne, with the potential for ongoing repair and maintenance work in the future. Scope of work: - Replace approximately 8 fluorescent (fluro) light tubes. - Supply and install a lock on a wooden door with a metal frame (similar to a standard office door lock) Could you please provide a quote including materials, along with your availability to complete the work?

Maintenance on gym equipment

$150

Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia

3rd Feb 2026

We require installation of a machine at a gym in Richmond. Ongoing maintenance will be required so looking for a fairly priced professional

Maintenance jobs. Need hammer drill

$100

Armadale VIC, Australia

2nd Feb 2026

Various handyman tasks including: 1. Install three vertical bike racks in garage (instructions in photos). Brick walls. 2. Install dynabolt into brick wall to support falling fence in backyard 3. Install two door stops 4. Fix two sticky doors that don’t open/close as they should Need own hammer drill and any tools required for sticky doors. I have everything else

Awesome job. On time, friendly, helpful. Thanks!

Need minor maintainence hand/ communication line too

$110

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

10th Jan 2026

1. Unclog drainage in bathroom 2. Door handle 3. Communication nbn line lighting issue

Beyond what was required! Thanks

Roof repair and maintenance

$250

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

29th Oct 2025

Two story townhouse, roof tile has either broken or moved above my sons bedroom and water is showing on the ceiling plaster upon heavy rain. Looking for a qualified roofer that can inspect and repair (roof tiles, and we have spares), aswell as full roof review for any other areas that might require maintenance

Very punchy and helpful with giving advice for repairs and next steps

Plumber - home maintenance tasks

$650

Prahran VIC, Australia

28th Oct 2025

I have several tasks that need fixing. Ideally I need someone tomorrow as it’s the only day I can be home. Otherwise Sunday could work. Price listed including parts. 1) replace outdoor tap (it’s old and completely jammed) 2) fix drain plug (it’s come attached and now won’t close) 3) running toilet every time it’s flushed

Jamie was so easy to work with and he did a great job. He installed a new exterior tap, fixed a drain plug, and repaired a running toilet. Will use him again!

Bike maintenance: Adjusting Loose Brakes

$30

South Yarra, Victoria

27th Oct 2025

Hi, I need someone who knows how to adjust and tighten bike brakes. The brakes on my bicycle have become loose, and I need assistance getting them properly adjusted. I live near Punt Road, and I'm happy to bring the bike to you if you're nearby. I don't have any tools for bike maintenance, so you'll need to provide your own tools. Some experience with basic bike maintenance is required for this task. I'm flexible on timing, so just let me know when you're available to take a look at the bike. Thanks!

I have a poorly maintained second-hand bike, and Leon came on time and fixed it. He went above and beyond to ensure it was in good riding condition. He is definitely a professional, you can tell right away. Fast and efficient, I would definitely recommend him.