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Very helpful and punctual!!

Small handyman work need today

$30

Quality work and commitment

Install neon sign

$149

Amazing beautiful soul! Patient and so knowledgeable. Will hire again :)

Handyman needed to attach handrail to wall

$120

Excellent job, punctual and very helpful.

Repair a couple of small plaster wall holes.

$60

good job ,nice guy.

Pantry door fix

$250

Friendly, efficient, good communicator. Cheers :)

Install new shower head to wall

$125

What's the average cost of a handyman in Melbourne

$120 - $260

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Melbourne

Very prompt response and service!

Air conditioner routine maintenance

$150

Flexible, understanding and easy to communicate with.

Basic home maintenance (lightblub, pictureframe, doorhandle)

$150

Thank you so much for great a job!

Maintenance on sliding door

$80

Great to work with.

General office maintenance tasks

$250

Very efficient, professional and friendly! Highly recommend.

Maintence tradie required fix holes, install hooks and racks

$400

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

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

$141 - $325

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$200

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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

Replace bulbs in old chandelier x3 and fix hinge on kitchen cupboard

$80

Prahran VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

I need the bulbs replaced on two 80’s chandeliers, and a hinge on a kitchen cupboard fixed.

Office Privacy Booth Installation

$400

Windsor VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

We have 3 x office privacy phone booths that have been dismantled and moved to a new office and we need 2 people to come into the office and reassemble them. We have the instruction manual but it is quite complex so experience in this type of work is strongly preferred. Needs to be done by end of day on Tuesday 23rd May.

Door installation

$600

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

23rd May 2026

We have a total of 6 doors that need installing. They’re all painted and in the house, we have the hinges and screws etc. one of them is hung but needs a bit of planing and the handle. We’re running out of DIY steam and hoping to get someone skilled in to finish the job. 2 of the 6 are just cupboard doors that need installation and the knobs. In the pictures: cream is original blue is new. We have all the handles/hinges/screws etc

Install soundproof batten panels, abutting cornices & skirting board

$400

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

23rd May 2026

Install soundproof batten panels along one wall (approx 3.1 x 2.15m). It is abutting cornices & skirting board so will need be neatly finished. The room is unlikely to be completely square (was built around the 90s). The product is SpecRite 2700 x 600 x 21mm Hevea Batten Acoustic Panel (https://www.bunnings.com.au/specrite-2700-x-600-x-21mm-hevea-batten-acoustic-panel_p0661031?region_id=116448&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20293657169&gbraid=0AAAAADtbEB8Tfw2hSBYkEMF-MHgLMnVQ6&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_b_QBhCSARIsAP6hR4deZCZhvOOVovNo4kFd33JVj5HbqA8sT_PfiX-dvh35Wfd2g6oV3u8aAtjCEALw_wcB) from Bunnings

Install floating shelves

$250

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

23rd May 2026

Install 2 floating shelves on wall, which we tried to do ourselves, and couldn't

Bubble ceiling fix

$200

West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia

23rd May 2026

Small bubble paint in ceiling need to be sanded and fixed

Install 3 Shelves into Concrete Wall

$120

Collingwood VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

Need handyman/drill installer to mount 3 shelves onto a solid concrete wall. • 3 shelves to be installed • Wall is solid concrete, so experience drilling into concrete is required • Must bring appropriate tools/drill bits and wall anchors • Looking for a neat, level, professional finish • Located in Collingwood VIC

Wall Plaster Repair

$100

Melbourne CBD VIC 3004, Australia

23rd May 2026

Need someone to repair and repaint wall damage caused by my dog. I do not have paint but can find exact colour if needed. June 3rd from afternoon or can do weekends! Open to offers.

Plaster wall repair

$200

Parkville VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

Hi, need repair for a damaged bedroom wall in an apartment. The wall has a 2 hole/dented section and likely needs plaster/drywall repair and repainting. Looking for someone experienced with gyprock/plaster wall repairs. Please provide quote including materials and labour. I want to make it anonymous.

Good work thank you

Kitchen sink leaking

$75

West Melbourne VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

Kitchen sink leaking and stopper in bathroom sink is broken needs fixing see photos

Peter did a great job and fixed the problem and arrived on time and gave good advice

Screw picture frame to wall/ and install soap dispenser

$100

Prahran VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

Install a picture frame to brick wall and remove old soap dispenser to put new dispenser up.

Very efficient and punctual

Install (wall mount) a wine rack

$60

Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

18th May 2026

Install a wine rack. Our wall is double brick, so a hammer drill will be required.

Hamish did a great job - easy to communicate with, got straight in and got the job done perfectly. Would definitely recommend!

Rendering an existing brick wall

$10

Aberfeldie VIC 3040, Australia

18th May 2026

Just demolished an outhouse and need rendering for a feature wall. The size is 2000mm wide x 3000mm high. The corner on the right will need a deeper fill and will most likely return around 100mm on the right hand side wall. Render just the minimum thickness required and a cement colour finish is adequate. Not too sure of tge cost, hence I've put a minimum of $10.00

Farshad turned up on time and completed the task within 16 hours of posting the add. He did an excellent job so we (my daughter and I) are extremely content with the rendered wall finish. I would not hesitate to use Farshad's services again.

Fix my toilet seat. American Standard toilet.

$40

Richmond VIC, Australia

18th May 2026

My toilet seat is loose. Think a screw is loose and we can’t fix it.

Michael was great! Professional and great communication!

Install two roller blinds

$80

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

18th May 2026

Install roller blinds for two windows.

Thank you for the excellent job!

Qualified plumber for kitchen sink repair

$150

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

17th May 2026

New mixer tap installed in kitchen sink is leaking at isolation valve which has been replaced and still leaking.

Job done with no issues, thanks so much?

Remove metal Venetian blinds

$80

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

16th May 2026

I need just the top Venetian blinds removed today and please kept in good condition to replace at a later date undamaged. I have a tall ladder and screwdrivers - Phillips and flathead I just can’t figure out how to dissemble it.

Super efficient and friendly !

Putting up large wall clock and mirror on the wall

$150

Essendon VIC, Australia

16th May 2026

I have a mirror and a large clock that I want to put on the wall. I need to be mounted because they’re quite heavy.

Very professional and friendly and extremely helpful to me so grateful

Install 5 clear outdoor PVC blinds

$200

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

16th May 2026

We've measured and purchased 5 clear PVC blinds for our outdoor space and need someone to come and install them. They are all from spotlight in various lengths. Will need you to bring all tools, screws, level and a ladder. Installation instructions are in a video on the spotlight website: https://www.spotlightstores.com/en-au/p/caprice-platinum-heavy-duty-patio-blind/80491013?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22553010958&gbraid=0AAAAADnFJ1TeoQLTMSlV5H8SUfVLqYx8C&gclid=Cj0KCQjwiJvQBhCYARIsAMjts3LrnerV_Y7MrJ-09r4R526lwDFp4Nfc12HMscicTrIQYaWpGm-m3N4aAgu0EALw_wcB Thanks!

Dimitrios is great to work with he did an amazing job of installing our outdoor blinds highly reccomend choosing him for your work

Handyman - Ad Hoc Tasks - St Kilda

$80

St Kilda VIC, Australia

15th May 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman this afternoon to assist with a few jobs in my apartment. Tasks include: - Hanging a few paintings and mirrors properly into plaster walls (must use appropriate wall anchors/fixings — no stick-on hooks) - Assembling 2 x IKEA shelving units with drawer inserts - Pulling apart and modifying/reassembling a linen cupboard storage unit so it fits correctly into my linen cupboard space Must: - Have your own tools and equipment - Supply appropriate wall fixings/accessories for plaster walls - Have experience hanging mirrors/artwork correctly and securely - Be careful, clean, and detail-oriented Looking for someone reliable who can get stuck in and work efficiently. Happy to pay hourly rate for the right person. Charged per hour is fine, can arrange on the day Ideally available this afternoon.

Excellent communication, very friendly and willing to assist with additional tasks! Highly recommend! 10/10

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Melbourne

ONGOING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE HANDYMAN – MELBOURNE

$400

St Kilda VIC, Australia

22nd May 2026

We are looking for an experienced handyman/tradesperson for ongoing property maintenance work across our Melbourne short-term rental properties. 📍 Melbourne VIC 💰 $50/hour 🕒 Approx. 8-hour days when required ($400/day) We are looking for someone reliable who can attend properties as needed for: General maintenance Furniture assembly TV wall mounting Minor repairs Property troubleshooting General handyman work Bonus if you also have: Basic electrical experience Trade background Ability to assist with general property upkeep There will also be occasional jobs such as: Key cutting Replacing small items Installing fixtures Attending urgent maintenance requests This is ongoing work for the right person as we continue growing our Melbourne property portfolio. We will be reviewing applications and deciding from Monday onwards. Please send through: Your experience Availability Relevant licences/trade background (if any) Photos/examples of previous work Looking forward to hearing from you.

General Maintenance with Carpentry Focus

$10

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

21st May 2026

Ok fixing a range of thing and be happy to send you the brief via email for quote But here’s the list Sand and fix front door fly wire door Sand front gate so it shuts Sand internal door so they shut Make a fake wall and door between dining room and living room Panel on wall behind gas stove Replace rotten decking planks Sand and stain decking Fix top of back yard fence If you do tiling - bit of tiling in bath room Back gate rehinged Think it’s about 1.5 days but not sure If you can send me your email happy to send summary with pictures Thank you

Bifold door maintenance

$195

Richmond VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

Looking for an experienced door or window technician to service our timber bifold doors. The doors are becoming difficult to open and close and likely require general maintenance, adjustment, lubrication, and inspection of the rollers, tracks, hinges, and locking mechanisms. Scope of work: Inspect and service bifold door system Adjust alignment if required Clean and lubricate tracks and rollers Check hinges and locking mechanisms Recommend and quote for any replacement parts if needed Please provide details of your experience with bifold doors and include an estimated cost for the maintenance service.

Asko washing machine draining/tech maintenance

$100

South Yarra, Victoria

20th May 2026

My Asko washer has just been moved into my apartment and i did one load of laundry and now it is not working. It is coming up with an Error 7 draining code. I drained it one manually then it was fine so I tried to do another load of laundry and now it has stopped halfway through and has the Error 7 code now. My dryer is on top and I cannot move it to look at what is happening because it is heavy. I am not sure what the issue is if it is technical or what.

Took this out of my washing machine drain. Very handy!

Various Office Maintenance & Handyman Jobs

$1,000

Cremorne VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

1. Fix Toilet seat in men's bathroom 2. Fix Toilet roll holders x 2 3. Hang large picture frames x 2 locations 4. Replace safety grip strips on outside stairs (multuple/all) 5. Paint over graffiti on building (multiple locations) 6. Replace dead globes in light features x 2 7. Fix roller blind which has come off the spindle 8. Fill & Paint over various holes in walls (multiple locations) 9. Paint over rust on back door (see photo) 10. Replace globes in light box x 3 (see photo)

Dishwasher maintenance

$80

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

18th May 2026

My dishwasher is not broken. No new parts required It needs to be unclogged Straight forward job

Maintenance

$175

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

15th May 2026

I need my 2x door handle fixed / tightened in apartment and my towel rail attached back onto wall/fixture - tools / screws will be required

Lamarzoco Coffee Machine cleaning maintenance

$200

Carlton VIC, Australia

5th May 2026

I have 2 group lamarzoco. Need the montly maintenance. 1 group is flowing more water than other

Home maintenance tasks

$300

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

4th May 2026

Hey, I just moved into an apartment and need help fixing a few things: … - take down a wall mounted tv console and move it to the basement storage - reattach a kitchen cupboard - fix a loose toilet seat attachment (missing rubber gasket) - fix a flickering mirror light - detach 2 wall mounted bedside shelves - fix a hinge (missing screws, damaged wood) - fix/replace sink plug that doesn’t screw in anymore - straighten a light switch - check for anything else that needs to be fixed (I don’t know what I’m doing) … Negotiable and flexible schedule

Roshen did a fantastic job, going above and beyond with the repairs and advice. He’s now my go-to contact for any fixes or improvements around the house. Very kind and respectful.

Home maintenance jobs, requiring plastering and carpentry in Richmond

$50

Richmond VIC, Australia

2nd May 2026

Require handyman work around the house with some plastering and maintenance

Home maintenance tasks

$150

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

27th Apr 2026

Handmay tasks - fixing shower silicone/ redoing it in 2 showers, adding a latch to the front gate and patching holes in wall. See photos attached

Commercial Freezer /Maintenance Needed

$200

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

24th Apr 2026

I’m looking for an experienced technician to inspect and service a commercial freezer. Current issue: * Temperature is unstable (currently around -4.8°C) * Not cooling properly * Needs a full check and maintenance Scope of work may include: * Check thermostat and temperature control system * Inspect compressor and refrigeration system * Clean condenser and internal components

good service very ni c r

Maintenance air conditioner - funny smell

$80

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Air conditioner unit emits a funny smell at beginning of cycle. Hoping to attain maintenance for this, likely needs pipe clean.

few maintenance items

$100

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

16th Apr 2026

I’m reaching out regarding a few maintenance items at my property and was hoping you could please provide a quote to have the following attended to: * Leaking shower (may just require tightening/sealing) * Bathroom door handle (very difficult to open from inside and needs adjustment or replacement) * Several power points not working, including: * Living area downstairs * Upper level It may be an electrical issue affecting part of the circuit, so just noting in case this requires further investigation. Additionally, the air conditioning system requires a service. The property has a split system as well as a reverse cycle unit, so I would appreciate it if both could be inspected and serviced. Could you please let me know if you have experience with air conditioning systems, or if this is something you’re able to assist with as well? Could you please confirm your availability and provide an indicative quote? Thank you in advance.

Dishwasher maintenance

$100

Carlton North VIC, Australia

12th Apr 2026

We’ve had error messages and dishwasher cycle not finishing. Also not drying the dishes properly.

Sam was excellent in all aspects! Friendly, professional and made sure we had all the facts before making a decision on what the next steps would be. Highly recommend! Thanks, Sam.

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!!

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 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!

Aircon cleaning and maintenance

$150

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

26th Jan 2026

Would like to get my aircon serviced.

The best! Thank you Tim for your excellent work!

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