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Jamal is highly skilled and efficient with excellent communication.
Re-install shelves into brick wall
$100
Damien did an excellent job! He was professional, responsive and completed the job quickly. Would highly recommend his service.
Disassemble and reassemble a Nordic Track exp10i treadmill
$100
Lovely man, job well done.
Fix sagging screen door
$50
Great work as usual
Replace fly screen on sliding door
$100
Outstanding work and great communication
Install new door handles and concertina door
$300
Very good tradesperson
Replace Door Knob/Handle
$100
What's the average cost of a handyman in Canberra
$110 - $250
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Basic home maintenance and repairs – Canberra
$1,200
Great guy, great service. Highly recommended. Will be my first contact for house maintenance.
Handyman needed for house maintenance
$500
Great with communication and planning requirements, and working out what was needed. Fantastic job, I am very happy with the results. Thanks!
Home Maintenance
$240
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
Kevin was super friendly, did a great job and went above and beyond. Highly recommend him !
Assistance yard maintenance/household tasks
$275
What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Canberra
$130 - $368
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$130
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$207
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$368
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based on 28 reviews
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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 Canberra
Put up easy shed garden shed 3 x 2.5m
$300
Richardson ACT 2905, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Put together an Easy Shed garden shed. Size 3 x 2.5m. Already have cement slab.
Unblock my kitchen sink
$200
Lyneham ACT 2602, Australia
26th Jun 2026
my kitchen sink has blocked and I have put down crystals and it didn’t work so maybe needs an eel
Garage door fix
$120
Throsby ACT 2914, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Garage door rail the wheel goes out when closing, and cable seems loose, and door stop without fully closing. At the moment , I have unlock it so the door stays closed
Drywall repair
$500
Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Installed cupboards with multiple blowouts. Need to seamlessly and professionally resection part of the wall
I need a crimsafe screen installed on a window
$120
Palmerston ACT, Australia
26th Jun 2026
I need a crimsafe screen installed on a standard size window. I am supplying the screen which is onsite at the moment. I want the existing holes used and proper crimsafe colour screws used.
I want to render 8 square metres of wall
$300
Belconnen ACT 2614, Australia
25th Jun 2026
To render about 8 m sq entrance to house. Imagine included - it's the yellow brick area.
Indoor blind installation
$1,000
Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
25th Jun 2026
I am after an installer for indoor blinds, Rollers Romans Vertical Veri shades Honeycombs Curtains
Widen the slot on an old cast iron letterbox
$100
Hackett ACT 2602, Australia
24th Jun 2026
Widen slot of letterbox
Flyscreen mesh repair
$50
Wright ACT 2611, Australia
24th Jun 2026
Damaged flyscreen, can someone please replace the mesh? Dimensions are 111cm width x 198cm
Fantastic and prompt service! Very happy. Thank you
Handyman Needed – End of Lease Touch Ups
$250
Kingston ACT 2604, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
Handyman Needed – End of Lease Touch Ups (Kingston, ACT) Looking for a handyman to assist with a few small end-of-lease items at an apartment in Kingston. Tasks include: • Repair 2–3 small wall chips/paint marks (photos available). • Remove and dispose of a mop left at the property. • Remove and dispose of one small cat stand and one ice maker from a basement storage cage (easy access). • Collect keys and return them to the real estate agent located in Greenaway once the work is completed. The work must be completed tomorrow between 9:00am and 1:00pm, with keys returned no later than 1:00pm, as another person needs to collect them by 2:00pm. An itemised invoice detailing the work completed will also be required for tenancy records. To be supplied prior to completion. Location: Kingston, ACT Thanks, Jess
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sam was fantastic! Reliable, professional, and easy to communicate with. He completed the job exactly as requested, kept me updated throughout, and provided a detailed itemised invoice. Highly recommend his services and would happily use him again. Thanks, Sam! 😊
The bottom weight rail on the roller blind has detached
$85
Kingston ACT 2604, Australia
22nd Jun 2026
The bottom weight rail on the roller blind has detached from the blind fabric. The fabric does not appear torn; the adhesive attaching the fabric to the aluminium bottom rail appears to have failed due to age and wear. The blind cannot be operated properly and requires repair or reattachment of the bottom rail.
Jamal got the job done quickly and to a high standard.
Need to fix or replace laundry door from outside
$300
Macgregor ACT, Australia
15th Jun 2026
Laundry door replace or fix
Matt is awesome, did my job very well.
Fix roller blinds
$70
Weston ACT, Australia
13th Jun 2026
Replace the chain and the wheels as shown in the photos. Bid should be less than 100.
Knows his stuff. Great to work with.
Hang a tapestry - installing brackets into the wall
$80
Reid ACT, Australia
12th Jun 2026
I have a 1.8m tapestry I want hung on my wall. I’ve tried attaching the brackets to the wall however the wall appears too hard or the studs are made of metal or concrete. Anyway the screws aren’t going in. Want someone to attach the brackets to the wall so the tapestry can go up on its piece of dowel.
Michael solved a tricky job for me. Big thanks
Help with installing some wall panels and a bit of painting
$250
Bruce ACT, Australia
9th Jun 2026
Help handling a few signs and a bit of touch up painting. Need to be good with paint and practical
Absolute legend. Very knowledgeable, and diligent. Pleasure to work with. Did a fantastic job helping me with some signage.
Fix shower screen hinge
$40
Greenway ACT 2900, Australia
6th Jun 2026
Need someone to fix shower screen. Hinge is off, not sure if that’s the only problem. Need a price please
Very easy to work with
Install 3 Dual Roller Blinds & 1 Ceiling-Mounted S-Fold Curtain Track
$100
Denman Prospect ACT 2611, Australia
6th Jun 2026
Looking for an experienced handyman or blind installer to install three dual roller blinds (sheer and blockout) and one curtain track in our home. Scope of Work 3 x Dual Roller Blinds: Install three sets of double roller blinds (sheer and blockout combos). The widths are: 1165 mm 1460 mm 2070 mm 1 x S-Fold Curtain Track: Install one 300 cm dual curtain track. This needs to be ceiling-mounted. Tools & Equipment What we have: We have a drill and a basic stud finder on-site which you are welcome to use. What you need to bring: Please bring your own reliable heavy-duty stud finder (as I am not fully confident in ours) and standard installation tools. Please also bring a suitable ladder or step ladder for the ceiling installation. Ideally looking for someone with neat workmanship who can ensure everything is perfectly level and securely fixed into studs or appropriate ceiling joists.
Excellent craftsmanship—a perfect ten out of ten.
Install bicycle wall hanger in garage
$100
Coombs ACT, Australia
3rd Jun 2026
I need an experienced handy man to help install bicycle wall hanger in garage. I have the wall hanger already in a box ready to go. I’m happy to provide installation tools if required.😊
Sam was very easy to work with and did an amazing job installing the bicycle hanger and mounting my bicycle in my garage. I’m very happy with the work.
Handy man/ painter
$800
Taylor ACT, Australia
27th May 2026
I do have a few scratches on the wall, i do have two tv that were removed and i need the wall to be filled up and painted back to the original ,some edge scraches on the wall and A small part of the wall that needs paunted
One of the best painter/ handy man out there , communication and flexibility was top notch. Thanks Garry i do highly recommend him
Remove broken soap holder in shower and install replacement.
$150
Charnwood ACT, Australia
16th May 2026
The soap holder was smashed in our shower and it needs to be removed without damaging the waterproofing behind and a new soap holder needs to be installed in its place. Would also consider just putting a tile there if its much cheaper as we don't use it, we have spare tiles but it would need to be cut.
Garry was a pleasure to deal with!
Recent General Maintenance tasks in Canberra
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
Trimming native shrubs/trees in the backyard, annual maintenance.
$50
Bonner ACT 2914, Australia
4th Feb 2026
We need a few native shrubs/trees that need trimming. We are also looking for annual maintenance of garden. Type of gardening: Lawn mowing, Hedge trimming, Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Josh was super quick to responding to queries. He did a fabulous job in trimming our natives. Very professional in his work and a friendly person. Would definitely recommend Josh.
Need regular maintenance of a 16kW Daikin ducted aircon system.
$150
Macgregor ACT, Australia
27th Jan 2026
Need someone to do regular aircon yearly maintenance for a 16kW ducted aircon system. The last maintenance was done in January 2026. Currently has no issues but just require annual check to keep warranty intact.
Air conditioning maintenance
$300
Amaroo ACT 2914, Australia
21st Jan 2026
Service of 2 units air conditioning
Handyman work - Desk Adjustment and Maintenance
$400
Deakin ACT, Australia
16th Jan 2026
I have a desk which is used for reception which needs maintenace and adjusting. The desk is currently attached to the wall, i would like it moving forward to be positioned in front of the plug socket (see image). I would then like the desk to be extended to make it larger, please see image attached for reference. I believe this will require a handyman or someone with access to tools. I am very much open to offers, please let mw know if you can help.
End of lease cleaning and maintenance
$2,000
Braddon ACT, Australia
29th Dec 2025
- Cut out silicone behind kitchen sink and reapply. - Cut out silicone around bath and re apply. Apply silicone between tiles in front of bath. - Prep and repaint wall under a/c unit. - Clean balcony and remove white stains off tiles. - Scrape swollen window sill in bedroom, patch, sand and repaint. - Apply gap filler between skirting and walls in bedroom, living room, near front door and in cupboard near front door. Paint skirting in cupboard to tidy up. - Touch up chips on corner of wall near fridge space. - Sand bottom kitchen cupboards, drawers and behind and re-apply stain. - Sand vanity cupboard and re apply stain. - Patch mark on ceiling above kitchen bench, sand and touch up paint. - Install cover to dome light at entry. - Clean ceiling in laundry and toilet. - Re-install blind to door in bedroom. Type of clean: End of lease Number of bedrooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide
Excellent will use again
Air Conditioner Diagnostic + Maintenance – Mitsubishi - in Forrest
$10
Forrest ACT, Australia
25th Nov 2025
Hi, I need a diagnostic and maintenance for a Mitsubishi air conditioner (model PUH6YK2) at a residential property in Forrest, ACT 2603. The unit blows air but does not cool properly. The area is 148 m² (approx. 448 m³). There are 3 outdoor units with a total of 6 fans. The task includes: Full inspection of indoor and outdoor units Cleaning filters and coils Checking refrigerant levels and topping up if needed Repair if any minor issues are found Please provide: Your availability Call-out fee Estimated cost for maintenance and refrigerant check Let me know if you need photos or more information. Thanks!
Sharp split air-conditioner maintenance
$150
Casey ACT 2913, Australia
1st Nov 2025
Need gernal maintenance done for sharp split Air-conditioner. Should have all the necessary licenses to carry out the work.
Very professional, easy to deal with and great work.
Small repairs on household maintenance
$120
Griffith ACT 2603, Australia
24th Oct 2025
I need a few small repairs done in the house. It should be simple jobs for someone handy. 1. Broken fly screen 2. Cloth line screws missing/broken. I tried to install it but the hole didn’t fit? 3. Door lock screws missing/broken I can pay extra for the material per receipt if any replacement is needed.
I can’t be happier with Jamal’s job. He is punctual, efficient and very professional. He gets all repairs done for me quickly. Perfect results for all of them. I will definitely recommend him to anyone!
Maintenance
$100
Scullin ACT, Australia
22nd Oct 2025
My door know is stuck and need to change some door knob
Small Painting Job - Pergola Maintenance
$500
Campbell ACT 2612, Australia
11th Oct 2025
Maintenance Painting of Pergola. A light sand and prep work will be required where needed.
Handyman jobs, cladding, window repairs, general maintenance
$1,500
Monash ACT 2904, Australia
28th Jul 2025
I have several handyman jobs that need doing to get my house on the market. I have some cladding to be finished, some repairs to a deck and some puttying of windows and a couple of other things. Price is negotiable
COBRA noodle cooker maintenance
$80
Gungahlin ACT, Australia
8th Jun 2025
Nozzle sprays fire when turning strong fire, heating function stops then.
Home maintenance
$120
Richardson ACT, Australia
3rd Jun 2025
Hammer in and attach stakes to new garden edging Plane off wooden storage door to fit frame Attach 2x brackets to brick wall
Great airtasker ! Punctual and great communication throughout the process. Nothing was too difficult and even tidied up when finished . Would highly recommend









