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Recent Handyman reviews in Outer East Melbourne

So nice to have someone who comes in and knows exactly what they’re doing. No, fuss straight onto the tools. Great job. Thank you

Hang internal doors x 3

$200

We are very happy with the shed installation. Hadi arrived on time, worked efficiently and even added more support brackets than arrived with the shed to make sure it was solid. Would definitely recommend Hadi to others.

Install a 3 x 3 m garden shed on an existing slab

$250

Thanks Mim you did a wonderful Job!

Install curtain rod

$200

Good fixed quickly :):):):):)

Changing fly screen mesh

$60

Michael has fast! Great price and would recommend and use again! Thank you

Fix door hinge on my Bosch 4 washing machine door

$5

on time knew exactly what to do thanks Aaron

I have 2 outdoor PVC motorised blinds needs to be paired to the remote

$150

What's the average cost of a handyman in Outer East Melbourne

$110 - $300

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$110

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$180

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$300

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Outer East Melbourne

Prompt service, friendly and quality work, highly recommend 👌

Property maintenance tasks

$400

Amir was very friendly, thorough and effective. I would gladly call him to help again.

General household maintenance

$350

All 5 Star ⭐️ great to work with

Fence maintenance pine

$200

Very good job. Thanks very much Cameron!!

Laminate floor maintenance

$100

Great service, pleasant to work with. Will definitely use Michael again when needed.

Home Maintenance

$100

Taff was extremely easy to communicate with and arrived on time, doing the job to a high standard. Will happily use him again.

Handyman for various maintenance jobs

$300

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

$100 - $437

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$100

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$296

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$437

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Average reviews for General Maintenance Services in Outer East Melbourne

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

What do handyman services include?

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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 Outer East Melbourne

Towel rack install

$10

Wantirna VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Fix/replace existing towel rack and also a fit new one

Very professional and quick service

Garage cornice repair

$150

Seville VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

A section of the cornice fell off. As the section fell as a complete and intact piece, I am hoping it can be glued back but happy to hear your advice.

Supply & Install Motorised Pergola Blind

$1,000

Rowville VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Looking for a professional to supply and install ONE motorised outdoor roller blind for a pergola in Rowville (3178). Specs & Requirements: Size: Approx. 3.6m W x 2.7m H (Successful bidder to do final check measure). Fabric: High-quality outdoor light colour (to block wind but keep light). Operation: Fully motorised Job Type: All-inclusive total quote required (Must include blind, motor, remote, electrical/wiring, and installation). Removal: Need to remove and dispose of the existing manual blinds. Please reply with your total price and the brand of blind you supply. Thanks. See Photos attached for details.

Install two outdoor toilet doors with locks and door frame

$250

Olinda VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Hi i have to change two doors on outdoor toilets in the back of the shop . There are now 2 toilet doors but i would like to put better ones on as the old ones are not locking properly . one might need possibly some door frame . these door could be second hand as long as they are in a very good and solid outdoor timber and also painted preferably white but not neccesary

Fixing moulds and grouts in a shower

$150

Croydon VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

I want to fix some tiny moulds in a shower and fix the damaged grouts

Handyman to hang a 20kg mirror and install frames and wall shelves.

$250

Knox VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

• Installation of the round mirror • Hanging all picture frames and artwork • Installation of the IKEA frames 15 approx • Installation of 2 picture ledges • Installation of 3–4 wall shelves • Installation of garage tool hooks into the brick wall • ⁠Assembly of ikea hauga cabinet

Repair Cornice and Roof

$250

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

11th Jun 2026

After removing an inbuilt wardrobe, we are now needing to repair two sections of cornice as well as the plaster of the roof. Please see images of work. Paintwork not required

Plumber required to fit off kitchen sink and install tap

$150

Lysterfield VIC 3156, Australia

10th Jun 2026

While waiting for kitchen stone to arrive we are using a mdf sheet 12mm that needs to have the sink cut-out made and then tap hole and then connect sink at tap to this and attach to bench for now

David is an absolute legend, really helped my mother out! Good solid bloke with alot of knowledge and really pays attention to his work, cannot wait to get him back to help again!

Install laundry rack on tiles

$100

Bayswater VIC 3153, Australia

10th Jun 2026

I have this laundry rack that I want installed onto a tiled wall. Right now I've just stuck it on so that you can visualise what it'll look like but the adhesives are not strong enough for long term use. I'm hoping for a quick cheap job with someone who is confident they can drill into tiles without cracking. I've got 2 of them that I want fixed to the wall, one under the other as it'll act as a drying solution for a small laundry.

Skilled tradesman who had all the right tools and was friendly and helpful.

Set up shower screen , single glass panel 1100x2000x10

$80

Lysterfield VIC 3156, Australia

8th Jun 2026

Set up shower screen single panel 1100x2000x10mm into tiled bathroom wall

Peter is an absolute legend, he went above and beyond for us, he knew exactly what he was doing and even more, would recommend and re hire for sure.

Sand internal doors

$100

Nunawading VIC 3131, Australia

8th Jun 2026

We have two internal doors that struggle to close so they need to be sanded. 1. Unhinge two doors 2. Sand bottom of doors 3. Rehinge doors Both internal doors need to shut properly.

Most professional and helpful person I have met, thank you

Repair a small hole in the wall

$100

Wantirna South VIC, Australia

1st Jun 2026

I need someone to repair a some hole in the wall with plaster. 1 to 2 hour job max.

Gabrielle did an amazing job to repair the hole in the wall. He was upfront and realistic with the cost. He also is super friendly and gives a lot of care in whar he does.

Install hose reel on brick wall and solar light on paling fence

$100

Boronia VIC, Australia

26th May 2026

I have a hose reel that I need installed onto a brick wall. I also have a solar light that I need installed onto a wooden paling fence (180cm tall). Timing: Wednesdays before midday or Thursday/Friday 8am-4pm suits me best

Daniel was friendly, efficient, and did a great job. Excellent communication. I would definitely recommend Daniel! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Assemble Garage Home Gym / Power Rack Setup – Warrandyte

$250

Warrandyte VIC, Australia

25th May 2026

Need assembly of a Gym Plus Essential Garage Gym Package in Warrandyte which includes rack, bench, cable system and weights. Looking for someone experienced with gym equipment or flat-pack fitness setups. We can assist with lifting heavier parts if needed. Please bring your own tools. We can arrange rubbish removal.

Great work! Tuan was easy to work with and completed the job very quickly. Highly recommend!

Door & Wall Crack Repairs required

$150

Mitcham VIC 3132, Australia

25th May 2026

Door and wall cracks are required to be repaired. Repairer is required to arrange paint and other material required for the job.

Thanks for the great and professional job done.

Door handle fix

$100

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

25th May 2026

The door handle was missing one screw. While I was taking out the existing screw out, the whole thing came apart. Now I want to put them all back again, with adding the new screw.

:) Very good Simple request but ended ip with a bigger job. He completed my another job as well. Thank you

Need to fix some nails on the walls.

$100

Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

23rd May 2026

Need to hang some frames, install a wall bracket for a router. You will need to have the device that finds the wooden plank.

Sam was great in his work

Fix a hole in the wall

$60

Boronia VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

My son smacked his head on the wall and left a hole. Permission to fix it ourselves has been granted by the landlord and we plan on moving on from this place in July.

Friendly and professional. Couldn’t be happier with the work and communication. Highly recommended!

Garden shed

$250

Kalorama VIC 3766, Australia

20th May 2026

Construct Bunnings metal garden shed

He did a great job with my shed install, highly recommend!

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Outer East Melbourne

Commence maintenance schedule at commercial Kitchen in Boronia VIC

$500

Boronia VIC, Australia

19th May 2026

We have taken over a commercial kitchen and need to have a maintenance register of the appliances and fixtures, as well as having everything tagged and tested. Items in place that need to be maintained are: 1. two upright drinks fridges 2. 8 burner gas stove and oven 3. pass through dishwasher (not on site as yet-being bought second hand) 4. oven hood 5. three deep freezers (non commercial) less than 12 months old each 6. hot water service various small appliances for tag and testing. Please let me know what your quote for this work is. We are looking to get things organised with contractors and costing now.

Subaru Forester 09 maintenance

$350

Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

5th May 2026

I’ve got a 2009 Subaru Forester NA with what looks like an oil leak around the oil cooler/oil filter area on the passenger side. Coolant level is stable and the car isn’t overheating, so I’m hoping it’s the oil cooler seal/O-ring rather than anything major. Can you please quote for: - Diagnosing/fixing the oil leak around the oil cooler area - Standard oil + oil filter service - Replacing the accessory/serpentine belt - it is worn and needs to be replaced Current mileage is 174k

Jeep maintenance car

$1,000

Wantirna VIC 3152, Australia

25th Mar 2026

I've had a roadworthy check completed today and am looking for a skilled mechanic with Jeeps who can assist with: * oil leak - transmission pan * oil leak motor main area * fix right shocker leak * brakes need machining due to a small vibration Jeep is a 2011 jeep cherokee wagon (petrol) and will be put up for sale once work is completed. Please let me know costs for parts plus labour with a breakdown, if you can assist. Thanks!

Maintenance / Handyman Tasks

$200

Chirnside Park, Victoria

10th Mar 2026

Look for a qualified handyman / maintenance person (with a WWCC) to do jobs around the house. Needs to be done on or before Friday. Jobs include replacing door handles, re-caulking and grouting some small areas, fixing a wardrobe door. Maybe 3-4 hours of work.

Only did a couple of very basic tasks in 3 hours, even though I’d given him things to do. Didn’t seem to want to do the work that was detailed when he took the job. Wouldn’t re-hire.

Small maintenance task

$250

Bayswater North VIC 3153, Australia

4th Mar 2026

I have a section of eave sheet that needs to be replaced at a townhouse . It's on an upper level but there is a section of roofing that is stable to stand on. Hoping to have the section cut in and replaced maybe painted across the 3m length to blend the repair. Looking for a neat result using the correct product. Eave joint and new sheets. Not just a silicone finish. There may be other items we can do/resolve with the right tradesman.

Air conditioners maintenance

$100

Ringwood VIC, Australia

26th Feb 2026

Need maintenance to my air conditioners mainly cleaning of filters.

Maintenance Tasks

$350

Chirnside Park VIC, Australia

25th Feb 2026

Looking for someone to do maintenance tasks BEFORE MONDAY when a house is being painted. Removing door handles and towel racks, taking down curtains, shaving doors for easy closing, re-gluing a few skirting boards, re-caulk some areas, etc.

Job done well. Thanks James.

Maintenance on gas stove

$150

Forest Hill VIC, Australia

25th Feb 2026

The flame remains weak despite our attempts to clean it. as u see from picture, the flame is really weak, pls help to fix it

Weatherboard maintenance

$500

Ringwood VIC 3134, Australia

21st Feb 2026

Our townhouse is 12 years old has 4 side has weatherboards and they need to be repainted to be the same Color. One of them has 2 cracks on it need to be filled or replace if necessary. (Where the weatherboard connect to bricks there are a metal frame that covers bricks looks like bent and slightly peeled from the bricks. If this can be done together then great! See arrows in red in photo) I will circle all those cracks in photo .

Good work. Thanks for coming!

Rv air conditioniner maintenance

$200

Mount Evelyn VIC 3796, Australia

12th Feb 2026

Dometic air conditioner not turning on.

House maintenance

$1,500

Ringwood North VIC 3134, Australia

7th Feb 2026

Need a piano dismantled, deck repaired, shelves, mirrors put up, rotten windows frames repaired, plaster work finished around a cupboard, window frame work finished in garage room

Very honest and reliable. A very rare find.. Love the can do attitude. Highly recommend. Will use again.

Maintenance staining of existing decking at house in Olinda

$2,000

Olinda VIC, Australia

27th Jan 2026

existing decking needs its annual staining. I’m not there to take particularly helpful photos but I have pulled some off my phone That may be useful The outdoor wood stain is a Cabots product Beach House Grey I have had a few new boards added that havent been stained yet at all

Thank you for professional and experienced work

General Property maintenance

$800

Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia

15th Jan 2026

Need someone with general handyman skills with excellent experience. Job will not be renegotiated onsite after commencing. Duties needing to be undertaken for an old property is as follows: -fix a crack in wall plaster inside and outside to a bedroom, render type plaster and sealing. Photos to follow. - Fix interface between cornices in all house rooms between cornices and ceiling plaster. -Fix some other cracks as pictured. -Fix plaster render next to an antenna point checked by electrician as safe, photos provided. -Fix bedroom door which won't close due to house movement. -General wall plaster cracks need rendering repair photo attached. No painting required. Rooms are mostly empty and undergoing renovations. When a decision is made and offer placed, work can start next week asap.

Excellent communication and job knowledge, highly recommend.

Basketball ring maintenance

$50

Ringwood North VIC, Australia

4th Jan 2026

To help lubricate/fix/extend the basketball to make it higher as currently seems stuck

Luke was efficient and easy to deal with. Professional and knew what he was doing with the maintenance and fixed the problem. Thank you!

Air conditioning Maintenance

$10

Chirnside Park VIC, Australia

27th Dec 2025

Wanting maintenance of 5 split systems and an outdoor unit

Izan was fantastic, prompt and had great communication. Would recommend and will be getting the call for the routine service

Handy man to maintenance window frame garage leaking and fence

$750

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

25th Oct 2025

Window frame, garage leaks on floor, colorbond fence needs to be fixed ,gutter need to be repaired And some cracks in the roof need to be fixed Basically it’s a handyman’s job

Deck maintainance

$820

Heathmont VIC, Australia

20th Oct 2025

Same as last time, light sand and x2 coats of oil. - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01K80DJQSRJC5QCMAE062CS38N

Great work. very polite and careful.

Maintenance: leaks, doors, locks, bulbs, heaters, window issues

$50

Mitcham VIC, Australia

29th Sep 2025

1. Laundry: tap leaking 2. Access to outdoor from corridor near laundry: to install a handle to make it easier to open and close door. 3. Bathroom: request to install the screen door extension 4. 2x bedroom doors unable to stay latched Screen Doors Locks 1. Front Screen Door: no keys, change lock to provide 3 keys 2. Laundry/Way to Backyard: External screen door has no key, change lock to provide 3 keys Other maintenance: 1. Bedroom 3: bottom of door touching the floorboard when fully opened 2. Kitchen: rangehood light to change bulbs and check light 3. Ensuite: door difficult to slide, 4. Ensuite: Heater lamps not working 5. Main Bathroom: window unable to wind open, 6. Main bathroom: heater lamps not working 7. Shed: light bulb not working

Bike maintenance

$75

Scoresby VIC 3179, Australia

27th Aug 2025

handle bars and wheel not aligned

Manual roller shutter repair and maintenance x2

$400

Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

25th Aug 2025

I have 2x manual roller shutters. One needs a complete repair as the wind up as out of the wall. The other needs a maintenance and or repair as it isn't rolling smoothly.