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Brendan was professional and friendly and went above and beyond to finish the task and a few other things that needed attention. He was responsive and a friendly and a good communicator. Thanks Brendan.
Install curtain tracks and roller blind
$170
Very happy with his service amazing job Andrew - Thanks will get back again
Kaboodle Flat pack Laundry Cupboards
$700
Chad has completed job and I am happy with his work. He is friendly and extremely helpful and good communicator. I will highly recommend him for sure.
Need someone to fix a 20x 20 cm hole in the ceiling.
$50
Lee was very obliging, and can fix just about anything!! Highly recommended.
IKEA Frame (3 long metal brackets) installed on wall.
$100
Excellent work- good communication
Internal door repairs possible replacement
$200
The best AirTasker experience I’ve had. Andrew was so so easy to deal with and did a great job - highly recommend!
Install deadlocks on two doors
$120
What's the average cost of a handyman in ACT
$115 - $275
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$115
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$170
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$275
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"Jason was early (great!) and was super efficient and got the tasks done quickly and to a high standard. Thanks! "
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"Garry is a lovely, hard working handyman that has done multiple jobs around my house. I’m very grateful for him and all ..."
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"Peter was fantastic, super efficient and easy to work with! Would absolutely use again! "
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"Amazing, quick, efficient. Will def use Parth's expertise again!"
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"You have done a fantastic job mate . On time, great quality and with no drama. Thank you so much for the fabulous work."
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"Minor issue that was quickly resolved. Good communication and super friendly. "
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"Mervyn was an absolute professional. Would strongly recommend him"
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Recent General Maintenance reviews in ACT
Andrew completed a variety of tricky carpentry jobs with great skill and efficiency. He went above and beyond to solve our issues, and it's made such a difference to using those spaces again. Thanks Andrew for all your help. We will happily ask Andrew to help us again.
Several maintenance jobs
$600
Happy with the work carried out, promptly and professionally
Handyman required for maintenance job
$80
Baldeep arrived on time. Very polite, methodical and thorough. He left no mess whatsoever when cleaning off brushes, and handled my favourite shrub with great care when painting the fence behind it. Highly recommend him for painting. Did a great job
Assistance Outside Tasks / Maintenance
$250
Very friendly and punctual
Maintenance / Handyman / Electrician
$50
Good communication; good eye for details; helpful with advise.
Several odd Maintenance jobs
$20
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Basic home maintenance and repairs – Canberra
$1,200
What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in ACT
$128 - $356
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$128
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$200
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$356
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based on 27 reviews
4.96
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Handyman Services
Bed Repairs
Bistro Blind Installation
Blind Repairs
Cat Door Installation
Chicken Coops
Chicken Runs
Clothesline Installation
Cornice Repair
Curtain Rod Installation
Door Installation
Door Knob Installation
Fireplace Installation
Fitness Equipment Installation
Flyscreen Installation
Garden Shed Installation & Repair
General Labour
Gyprock Installation
Hills Hoist Removal
IKEA Benchtop Installation
Internal Door Installation
Kitchen Cupboard Repair
Kitchen Drawer Repair
Kitchen Sink Installation
Lattice Installation
Lounge Repair
Outdoor Blinds Installation
Pet Door Installation
Privacy Screens
Recliner Repair
Roman Blinds Installation
Shower Screen Installation
Sink Installation
Sliding Door Repair
Table Lamp Repair
Venetian Blind Repair
Window Frame Repair
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Roller Shutter Blinds Repair & Installation
Clock Repair
Render Repair
Treadmill Repair
Letterbox Replacement
Toilet Seat Fitting
Awning Repair
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Recent Handyman tasks in ACT
Handyman Wanted
$200
Downer ACT 2602, Australia
7th Nov 2026
We are looking for a reliable, experienced handyman to complete two jobs at our apartment. Picture hanging and patio umbrella assembly
Delighted with Matthew's work, I would recommend him.
Want someone to put together my garden shed.
$80
Strathnairn ACT 2615, Australia
6th Nov 2026
Need someone to put together my garden shed. I have the shed just need it put together please.
Attach honeycomb blinds to brackets
$50
Curtin ACT 2605, Australia
6th Nov 2026
The blinds fell off the brackets, haven't been able to reattach. I need someone to put them back up. No repair needed. Should be a 5 minute job for someone with blinds installation experience.
Fix glass sliding door and replace screen door wheels
$250
Tuggeranong ACT 2906, Australia
6th Nov 2026
A screw has come out of the glass sliding door needing it fixed. Also needing screen door sliding wheels replaced and re installed. Budget flexible
Install a kids outdoor play gym
$500
Deakin ACT 2600, Australia
6th Nov 2026
Unbox and put together a kids outdoor jungle gym
Great work and super friendly
Plant a maple tree and do some basic maintenance
$150
Dickson ACT, Australia
6th Nov 2026
Remove a small tree from a large planter (Diam. 1m x 0.9h). Remove and replace soil and plant new Maple tree. Do some basic maintenance for our courtyard garden and give a bit of advice on maintainace.
Install double roller blind
$150
Denman Prospect ACT 2611, Australia
5th Nov 2026
Double roller blind, wall anchors and tools supplied, I just can’t figure out how to do this alone and am progressively collecting holes in my walls. Have HSS drill bit and steel screws, as well as gyprock options, due to size of blind seem to be unable to secure to steel wall stud and still have the blind centred
Tom came with no notice and did good, quick and professional work. A lovely, respectful and skilled person!
Fix angle on ceiling
$150
Whitlam ACT 2611, Australia
1st Nov 2026
Fix the loose angle. Better to apply liquid nails or similar rather than nails. You need a ladder about 5.5 m
Excellent work. Thank you
Handyman - Bidet, Showerhead and Light cover attachment
$200
Braddon ACT 2612, Australia
31st Oct 2026
Hi, I wanted to have one bidet installed, shower head change and 2 x bathroom ceiling lights re attach. Please see photos for reference
Love your work Lee! Thank you so much. Appreciate it.
Furniture assembly (beds, chair), fix TV to wall and hanging wall art
$250
Narrabundah ACT 2604, Australia
29th Oct 2026
Furniture assembly (bunk bed and double bed), affix TV to wall and hang some artwork
Sugan is exceptional on all fronts. Highly recommend!
Renderer small patch job
$250
Dickson ACT 2602, Australia
28th Oct 2026
Patch around added in window reveals Scissor lift provided for access
Sangay , was great , on time and did a quality job ! I will be using him again
Electric connection folding arm awning
$300
Campbell ACT 2612, Australia
26th Oct 2026
Connect Apollo Folding-Arm Awning – Licensed Electrician Looking for a licensed electrician to connect an Apollo folding-arm awning to the nearby existing power supply/junction box. Work required: * Connect the awning motor to the existing power supply. * Check and connect the wind sensor. * Check the existing wiring and confirm it is suitable for the motor and sensor. * Complete the installation safely and in accordance with Australian electrical requirements. * Supply any minor connection materials required. The power supply/junction box is nearby, so access should be relatively straightforward. Budget: $300 Please only respond if you are a licensed electrician and able to provide the required electrical compliance documentation.
Great service, thanks Michael
Heat lamp, ceiling fan smoke detectors replaced.
$1,000
Bonner ACT 2914, Australia
25th Oct 2026
Bathroom Tastic rattles (fan) ceiling fan in a bedroom rattles and smoke detectors go off all the time when cooking with no noticeable smoke inside.
Great helpful and affordable electrician
Handyman to remove siliconed framed mirror from bathroom
$100
Gilmore ACT 2905, Australia
16th Oct 2026
Remove Mirror which is framed but has been siliconed to VJ panelling
Corey did an amazing job on a super hard task - he persisted with it and we got a great result. Really went the extra mile, will certainly have him back again! ☺️
Install 2x retractable garden hoses onto the wall
$100
Whitlam ACT 2611, Australia
15th Oct 2026
I purchased 2x retractable garden hoses that I need mounted onto the wall. My first wall is next to the electrical box, NBN, and water (please see photo attached) Second garden hoses to be installed at the tap in my backyard.
Amazing work, Lee went above and beyond to install retractable garden hoses
Fix the door
$200
Dickson ACT 2602, Australia
13th Oct 2026
Looking for an expert to fix the door
Great work highly recommend 😀
Install, restring and dispose of old clothes line
$250
Belconnen ACT 2617, Australia
8th Oct 2026
Remove and dispose of old washing line (brown) Install and restring new washing line (white)
Thank you for completing the task :)
Install New Front Door + Philips Smart Lock
$300
Gordon ACT 2906, Australia
6th Oct 2026
Looking for an experienced carpenter/door installer to replace our existing front entry door and install a new smart lock. We have already purchased: * New external front door – 2040 × 820 mm, timber with 4 glass panels * Philips EasyKey DDL615-5HBS Smart Handle Lock * Existing door frame/jamb is to remain The job will involve removing the existing front door, fitting/hanging the new door into the existing frame, trimming/adjusting the new door if required, fitting the hinges, and making sure the door opens, closes and seals correctly. We also need the Philips smart lock installed into the new door, including the required mortising/cut-outs and setup so the lock operates correctly. The existing door and current setup are shown in the attached photos, along with photos of the new door and smart lock.
Wesley was very professional and did an amazing job. I would highly recommend Wesley to anyone.
Recent General Maintenance tasks in ACT
Pruning a tree and maintaining fig tree
$50
Curtin ACT 2605, Australia
8th Nov 2026
I have a fig tree that I want to maintain. I only want general work and nothing fancy. Only organic fertilizers to be used or no fertilisers at all is fine. My budget is limited to 50 AUD.
Plant a maple tree and do some basic maintenance
$150
Dickson ACT, Australia
6th Nov 2026
Remove a small tree from a large planter (Diam. 1m x 0.9h). Remove and replace soil and plant new Maple tree. Do some basic maintenance for our courtyard garden and give a bit of advice on maintainace.
Home maintenance in City ACT-fix sink mixer and repair kickboard
$120
Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
22nd Oct 2026
Repair dislodged tap mixer Replace dislodged kickboard
Maintenance on my multi gear bike
$100
2611, Australia
16th Oct 2026
My gears are clunky, especially if I change them under pressure.
Water tank maintenence
$80
Tuggeranong ACT, Australia
15th Oct 2026
Hello, I have two water tanks at my place which have been unloved for the last two years. I’m looking for someone to clean out the filters and show me how they work. I think they are hooked up to the irrigation system but I’m unsure.
Door maintenance
$200
Mawson ACT 2607, Australia
20th Sep 2026
I have a pair of aluminium frame glass sliding doors that need leveling/their wheels replaced
Great guy, identified and fixed issue very quickly
Washing Machine maintenance/fix needed
$150
Bonner ACT 2914, Australia
17th Sep 2026
We have a fisher Paykel washing machine which has had the inner seal patched but the drum is causing loud banging noises. The cycle won’t rinse and spin properly and it’s leaking water heavily on every cycle It’s now staining clothes with little black dots Looking for advice on a fix/ someone to fix please price can be negotiated for a full fix
Lift maintenance, servicing, inspections, repairs and support.
$9,999
Capital Hill ACT 2600, Australia
4th Sep 2026
Seeking a qualified provider for lift system maintenance, servicing, inspections and repairs at Australian Parliament House in Canberra. Work is expected to commence in February 2027.
Dishwasher maintenance
$250
Kingston ACT 2604, Australia
4th Sep 2026
Need a dishwasher maintenance urgently
Metal roof maintenance
$1,000
ACT 2600, Australia
2nd Sep 2026
Replace the wear and tear silicon seal on the colorbond roof.
Scooter Maintenance
$200
Bruce ACT 2617, Australia
26th Aug 2026
I need some brake maintenance done on my Kaabo Wolf King GTR. It actually arrived with some loose brakes in the front and brakes that scraped a bit on the back so wanted to do a good maintenance on it before I ride it again.
Amazing work. High quality and communicative
Tree trimming and garden maintenance
$1,000
Macquarie ACT 2614, Australia
7th Aug 2026
Tree trimming and weeding front yard backyard and clean up Type of gardening: Weeding, Hedge trimming, Whipper snipping, Garden cleanup, Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Multiple Home Maintenance Tasks
$100
Gungahlin ACT 2912, Australia
5th Jul 2026
1. Repair damaged cupboard door around the hinge area. 2. Realign and adjust cupboard doors so they open and close properly. 3. Repair the cracked/damaged cabinet panel. 4. Realign the kitchen drawer front so the gaps are even and it closes properly. 5. Replace 2 bathroom exhaust fans. 6. Wall mount mirror. 7. Baby-proof shelf beside mirror
Gym equipment maintenance (fix)
$100
Canberra ACT, Australia
5th Jun 2026
Needing a leg extension machine fixed
Kitchen maintenance
$150
Isaacs ACT 2607, Australia
25th May 2026
Fix the hole so the oven fits properly and the paint it
Looking for day rate handyman for House maintenance
$10
Narrabundah ACT, Australia
14th May 2026
Various maintenance jobs, painting, grouting,change light fittings etc old house just require a bit of maintenance. Looking for day rate handyman or we can negotiate a deal, at least a few days worth of work
Various home maintenance tasks
$200
Canberra ACT, Australia
1st May 2026
Various home maintenance tasks like anchoring shelves, putting up paintings, putting together ikea furniture. Looking for someone who can come for a few hours from 10-1 and then again on Monday 11 May to build a simple headboard and some shelves (to be discussed, this ad is just for the first round of work). More work likely available. Carpentry experience preferred.
1. Window lock cannot be unlocked. 2. sliding door needs maintenance
$250
Dunlop ACT 2615, Australia
17th Apr 2026
Window locked and cannot be unlocked. Sliding door needs maintenance as it is difficult to move. Thanks
Maintenance of gas hot water service.
$500
Nicholls ACT, Australia
10th Apr 2026
I’m seeking a quote from a licensed, registered and insured gas Plumber (in the ACT) to supply and install parts to my gas hot water service as shown in the attached photo.
Aircon maintenance
$50
Oxley ACT, Australia
6th Feb 2026
Ducted aircon maintenance checks









