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Great, friendly and helpful service. Daniel also went over and above to do some handyman work fixing my Landry bi-fold doors - very clever work indeed! Highly recommended.

Fix Kitchen lazy Susan top shelf

$150

Fantastic work removing and affixing my mailbox! Will definitely hire again :)

Remove mailbox and install new mailbox

$100

Turned up early and did a great job. Efficient and quality work. Would highly recommend.

Rendering

$500

Great timely service with a smile 😃

Repair Roller Blind

$100

Good job Thank you

Fix glass sliding door - Redfern

$10

Great working with David.

Replace 2 faulty retractable external Venetian blind switches at home?

$150

What's the average cost of a handyman in Sydney

$130 - $300

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$130

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$199

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$300

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Sydney

Ron was amazing to deal with, he was on time and a very tidy clean worker, I would absolutely recommend his services to anyone. Thanks again Ron

Various small maintenance jobs around the office

$200

Amazing service! I can only recommend him

Air conditioning maintenance

$200

Nicely done, highly recommended!

Handy man needed for some apartment maintenance needs

$150

Absolutely fantastic service. He went above and beyond fixing a few things around the house and was flexible with his availability.

House maintenance: screen door and tap washer

$200

Ronen was absolutely fantastic!! Such incredible attention to detail and patience! Took a lot of pride in his work. Thank you Ronen :)

Maintenance work

$75

Great job, would highly recommend Steven

Maintenance/ repair interior door handles

$100

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

$170 - $319

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$170

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$250

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$319

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If you're looking for related services in Sydney, some of the most popular on Airtasker right now include Blind Repairs, Gyprock Installation, Ceiling Fan Installation, Flyscreen Installation, and Curtain Rod Installation. Whatever you need done, you can post a task and get offers from local Taskers in Sydney.

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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 Sydney

Reattach kitchen sink to marble bench

$100

Erskineville NSW, Australia

6th Jun 2026

My kitchen sink is becoming detached from the marble benchtop. Appears that it was glued originally.

Fix my closet

$40

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Hi the hanging rail for my closet snapped i need a new one and for it to be installed in my closet :)

S-track curtain rod installation

$70

Surry Hills, New South Wales

6th Jun 2026

Installation of an s-track curtain rod (ceiling mount into masonry) for one window (about 470cm). All curtain hardware has already been purchased. Only have an extendable ladder, not a free standing one. Have a small cordless drill and masonry drill bit, but if you have your own strong one, that would be ideal as my drill struggles with the masonry.

Install a manual pulldown projector screen on what appears to be MDF

$120

Botany NSW, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Looking for a handyman to install a manual pull-down projector screen above a built-in wardrobe. The screen weighs 8kg. The mounting surface is a bulkhead fascia that appears to be MDF/thin timber rather than standard plasterboard. You will need a stud finder to locate the structural timber framing behind the fascia to anchor it securely. If the studs don't align with the screen brackets, a small timber backing board may need to be supplied and installed first.

Installing Install Adjustable Door Closer

$150

Pyrmont NSW, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Install Adjustable Door Closer Install Power Adjustable Door Closer in my balcony door. Have template to install. Have free parking on site.

Installing floating shelf in cement wall

$35

Alexandria NSW, Australia

6th Jun 2026

I have a floating shelf that I need installed. It’s going onto a cement wall, so requires a specific drill to do so. Fairly low effort task with the right tools

Handyman Services

$250

Haymarket NSW, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Handy man services, hanging pictures and signs, silicone surround in kitchen etc

Fix one vertical blind that won’t turn correctly

$20

Botany NSW 2019, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Fix the stem on one vertical blind that won’t turn correctly, which is leaving a gap for light to come in

Assemble new outdoor table and chairs. Hang 2 mirrors on gyprock

$100

Waterloo NSW, Australia

2nd Jun 2026

Table and chairs from Temple and Webster. Simple Assembly. 6ft table and 2 x benches 2 x wall mirrors as per picture. Metal. Need string fasteners/plugs suitable for gyprock Experienced handyman required

James was amazing. Had some great ideas and was quick and efficient Did a fantastic job if assembling my outdoor furniture and helped me place it Even helped me carry the packaging down to the rubbish room. James hung the heavy mirrors and made sure they were straight and perfectly aligned Very polite man and I would highly recommend James for any jobs that need dine will care and quality workmanship

Fixed chipped foundation and paint

$260

Zetland NSW 2017, Australia

1st Jun 2026

We have a couple of places where paint and foundation has been removed and you can see concrete wall. See photos. We need the wall to look normal again. So it needs to be levelled, sanded and painted white.

Great to work with!

Toilet seat replacement, everything here just may need some tools

$80

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

31st May 2026

Just a quick toilet seat replacement, the original bolts are a bit difficult to remove, everything else is here

Rad guy, friendly, quick job and liked my dogs

Install 7 roller blinds

$150

Waterloo NSW, Australia

30th May 2026

2 x 2500 5 x 900 roller blinds

Great work, fast efficient couldn’t have asked for better would highly recommend.

Handyman for a few things around the house

$100

Rushcutters Bay NSW 2011, Australia

30th May 2026

- Hang a picture frame - Add door chain to front door - Secure broken panel on kitchen drawer - Secure loose bathroom door - Take a rail off shower door - Add a safety rail to inside shower door (purchased) - Fix a safety monitor to a wall (the adhesive strip doesn't hold it) - If plumbing experience, reduce water flow for a dementia family member or come up with a solution to stop basin from overflowing if left on).

Highly recommend Shiraz!

Shower tile repair, grout, and seal

$150

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

30th May 2026

I need my shower floor tiles grouted and sealed. Shower has not been used for x2 weeks. Water was getting underneath loose tiles. Please supply all tools and materials for the job. -Remove grout from shower floor -Fix/adhere loose tiles -Replace with colour matched grout -Seal SPECS: 870 x1080 mm shower floor space 300x300 mm stone tiles

Oka was amazing to communicate with, one time, knowledgeable, quick and tidy. I would use him without hesitation in the future!

Patch work dry wall and install door stopper

$150

Marrickville NSW, Australia

28th May 2026

I need dry wall in bathroom patched and door stopper installed on 2 doors

Best easy and fast.

Need help with repairing shower screen sliding door

$130

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

25th May 2026

Repair shower screen sliding door Repair drawer in vanity unit And attach an extending arm from The wall to a tv

Chris came prepared with all the materials required and made the job really easy will definitely rebook thank you

Mini Home Safe install

$180

Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia

25th May 2026

I need a mini Home Safe installed braced , weighs 27kg brand new, need to install into wardrobe or somewhere suitable.

Excellent very fast and clean job

Maintenance / handyman jobs

$10

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

24th May 2026

1. Internal Door Adjustment * One internal door does not lock properly when closed. * Door appears slightly misaligned and needs adjusting so the latch catches correctly. 2. Front External Door Repair * Part of the front door frame/panel is deteriorating due to age and material is falling out. * Area needs to be filled/repaired, gap-filled where necessary, and painted. * Only the repaired section requires painting. 3. Bedroom Windows – Possible Water Ingress * Swelling/damage visible above both bedroom windows. * Needs inspection to identify where water may be getting in and repair as required. 4. Ceiling Gap Filling * Black dust/debris is falling through from the ceiling area. * Gaps/cracks need to be sealed/fillled to prevent further debris coming through.

Very professional. Highly recommended! Thankyou so much.

Handyman needed for small end-of-lease jobs

$300

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

24th May 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman to help with a few small end-of-lease jobs before we move out. Tasks include: - Remove a few wall-mounted items, including mirrors, artwork, TV bracket, Dyson charger, doorbell, camera etc - Patch and touch up white walls where needed - Re-hang one internal door - Disassemble 2 bed frames Please bring your own tools and basic patching / paint touch-up materials. Walls are white When responding, please confirm: Whether you can complete everything in one visit Photos can be provided. Need between Wednesday 27 - Friday 28 May preferred. $70 an hour up to 4 hours

Matt is great. Highly recommend. Got our house ready for end of lease handover and was so easy to deal with and work was perfect.

Handyman needed

$250

Marrickville NSW, Australia

23rd May 2026

Need my shower screen reattached, a nail put up for a painting and the bbq cleaned properly (inside and out including grill plates)

Friendly and tidy, very efficient

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Sydney

Arborist for some tree maintenance

$1,500

Glebe NSW, Australia

27th May 2026

Arborist to trim approx 6 streets that are starting to overhang apartment balconies Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: No

Maintenance / handyman jobs

$10

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

24th May 2026

1. Internal Door Adjustment * One internal door does not lock properly when closed. * Door appears slightly misaligned and needs adjusting so the latch catches correctly. 2. Front External Door Repair * Part of the front door frame/panel is deteriorating due to age and material is falling out. * Area needs to be filled/repaired, gap-filled where necessary, and painted. * Only the repaired section requires painting. 3. Bedroom Windows – Possible Water Ingress * Swelling/damage visible above both bedroom windows. * Needs inspection to identify where water may be getting in and repair as required. 4. Ceiling Gap Filling * Black dust/debris is falling through from the ceiling area. * Gaps/cracks need to be sealed/fillled to prevent further debris coming through.

Very professional. Highly recommended! Thankyou so much.

Folding bike maintenance + install parts

$80

Rosebery, New South Wales

9th May 2026

I have a Dahon Eco folding bike that needs a standard service (check/tighten bolts, brakes, tune gears, degrease + clean + lube parts) plus installation of rear rack. Also, the latch on the main folding hinge is broken and needs to be replaced (I have the parts). To be done on Sunday 10/5 anytime between 10am and 7pm (preferred), Monday 11/5 after 6pm, Tuesday 3pm onwards or latest Saturday 16/5 anytime between 10am and 5pm.

Mario was very thorough and knows his stuff when it comes to bikes. I'm very happy with his work.

Assisting with assembly and maintenance tasks for Matthew

$10

Tempe, New South Wales

30th Apr 2026

Hey Matthew, this is an offer stub for the list of items you’ve requested for tomorrow (Friday May 1). Actual offer is pending further discussion. Cheers!

Work delivered is always 1st class

Handyman, maintenance and cleaning

$800

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

28th Apr 2026

I need some general maintenance, outdoor cleaning, grinding paint off balustrade and some indoor cleaning - skylights

Robert was excellent

Soft serve maintenance

$100

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

28th Apr 2026

Soft serve maintenance, cleaning, breakdowns, preventive maintenance. Need tool box and vehicle.

Carpet maintenance and floor laminate

$250

Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

8th Apr 2026

I need a small section of carpet replaced in my unit. The damaged area is very small, approximately 3 cm x 3–4 cm. I already have the matching carpet piece, so the job only involves cutting out the damaged section and installing the replacement patch neatly.

Ice-cream machine clean and maintenance

$80

Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

6th Apr 2026

Ice-cream machine clean and maintenance program Empty mix, disassemble machine, sanitise Reassemble, place pump back together Lube all o-rings and beater seal Test with water no leaks Add mix Run to production - test ice-cream product Track on I-phone before/after pics Suitable for handyman who is mechanical hands on ability Training provided Prorated $50 per hour. Single 1.25 mins = $70.00 Recurring each 2 weeks, Kings Cross, World Square, Circular Quay Thanks so much

Handyman / General Maintenance / Painting

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

1st Apr 2026

a) Paint a ~3.5 metre wall (white). b) Repair the painting frame mounting point. c) Remove nail from the wall and patch the hole cleanly. d) Fix a loose wall socket that has come out of the wall (should be a quick re-secure; no major electrical work). e) Hanging up 2 large paintings. Looking for someone experienced with paintings, wall repairs and minor electrical fixes. Please all bring tools and materials needed. Flexible on time. Located in Martin Place, Sydney.

Looking for Handyman / Home Maintenance in Darlinghurst

$300

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

24th Mar 2026

Looking for Handyman / Home Maintenance, I’m in Darlinghurst and have 3 jobs that ideally I’d like done in one visit: Kitchen sink has dropped approx 3cm from the benchtop Needs to be properly re-secured (not just silicone) Likely requires brackets/support underneath + reseal Balcony bedroom door lock/handle has come off Needs repair or replacement Rangehood (Miele) downlights not working Could be bulbs or fitting/transformer Looking for an experienced handyman who can handle above.

Ice cream machine clean and maintenance

$70

Sydney, New South Wales

13th Mar 2026

Ice-cream machine clean and tune up kit maintenance program Empty mix, disassemble machine, sanitise Training provided. Reassemble, place pump back together, Lube all o-rings and beater seal Test with water no leaks Add mix Run to production - test ice-cream product Track on I-phone before/after pics Suitable for handyman who is mechanical hands on ability Prorated $50 per hour. Single 1.25 mins = $70.00 World Square, Circular Quay, Kingscross, Bondi Recurring each 2 weeks, Thanks so much

Bicycle Maintenance

$100

Potts Point NSW, Australia

12th Mar 2026

Gears are shifting clunky on my road bike, need a thorough clean, grease and check on my derailer. Travelling with the bike on a plane tomorrow.

Air conditioning maintenance

$250

Alexandria NSW, Australia

9th Mar 2026

Reattach air con unit to the wall and check/fix any existing problems. Observation is that it leaks water but that might just be due to the fact it isn’t currently attached to the wall properly.

Amazing, professional and would highly recommend.

Aircon Maintenance

$250

Rosebery NSW, Australia

1st Mar 2026

The main unit is new but the duct needs new filters also maintenence to an small unit.

Apartment maintenance

$200

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

30th Jan 2026

I need you to do maintenance on the apartment of these items that are bad The bathroom shower screen has an issue The bathroom skirting board needs repair There is a leak under the bathroom sink The toilet flush is not working properly The corridor light is not functioning The kitchen light is not functioning The dishwasher is leaking water and I believe it requires maintenance

Assist with vehicle maintenance

$50

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

20th Jan 2026

Check DIY air flow duct seated correctly Diagnose likely cause of high pitch noise. Provide assistance with or complete the install of new serpentine belt and tensioner.

Air conditioning maintence

$200

Rosebery NSW, Australia

19th Jan 2026

A simple maintenance and clean up in a kelvinator air conditioning

Aircon filter, downlights & skylight maintenance. Tall ladder needed.

$200

Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia

14th Jan 2026

I have an apartment with tall ceilings. Need someone to do the following: 1. Replace downlights (I can get these) 2. Clean air conditioner filter 3. Clean air duct 4. Clean / Dust skylight Note the ceilings are high. The air conditioner and downlights are in a ceiling about 4m high. The skylight is a bit higher, approx five metres. Please see photos. HENCE LADDER AND HEIGHT IS ESSENTIAL. You will need to bring one also. Access is on the second floor or an apartment building.

Quote maintenance repairs

$50

Newtown NSW, Australia

11th Jan 2026

Quote for a few building maintenance repairs - must be able to provide invoice required for my insurance company of any works completed to prove maintenance done. Includes jobs like minor wall rendor repairs (cracks), replacing wooden balcony door seals, a few skirting tiles. Hard to explain in post hence seperate post to provide quote.

Punctual and friendly - gave good knowledgeable advice

Washing machine maintenance

$120

Stanmore, New South Wales

12th Dec 2025

My Simpson swt7055tmwa has an error of E30 and we have checked the hoses for blockage, nothing seems to be the issue. Schedule: Need job done urgently Budget: $120 Site Visit: Anytime Attached File:

Ricky was efficient and delivered excellent service