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Recent Handyman reviews in Cairns

Jason did an outstanding job. Despite the work ended up being more complicated than what expected, he patiently and with a smile on his face took his time to complete it until it was done properly. His price offer was fair and he was punctual and kind. Highly recommended!

Shower Door Repair

$100

Simon was prompt, professional and a great communicator.

Installation of Scent Machines

$150

Brendan is a Very Professional, Skilled tradesman, Job completed quickly and work is of high standard.

Fit hardware & Hang 4 x Internal door

$450

Steve has been great to communicate with and responded promptly to the job request. Job has been progressed satisfactorily and Steve has been helpful with agreeing to come back to complete a final sanding to complete.

Repair to a plaster wall due to dog chewing it

$40

Absolutely amazing highly recommended

Need the laundry door fixed/replaced

$123

This man is probably the best dedicated person I have come across Joel Is an absolute legend Will use Joel anytime anyday Thank you so much Joel you are a legend Thank you thank you

Signage installation on various properties

$350

What's the average cost of a handyman in Cairns

$100 - $300

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$100

median

$150

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$300

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Average reviews for Handyman Services in Cairns

based on 121 reviews

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Airtasker has over 72 handymen in Cairns, with an average rating of 4.86 stars from 121 reviews. Get in touch with handymen such as Luke M, Adam K, and Brandon L today to get a wide variety of Handyman jobs done. From Blind Repairs, Clothesline Installation, and Curtain Rod Installation; you can get all types of Handyman done usually between $100-$300, with the median price of Handyman in Cairns being $150.
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Recent Handyman tasks in Cairns

Professional handyman/woman to help get house ready for sale

$800

Cairns QLD 4868, Australia

31st Mar 2026

Looking for an experienced, reliable and skilled handyman/woman to assist with the following jobs needed to get my house ready for sale: -replace a number of fence palings that have inactive termite damaged or rot in them. -replace some missing or damaged fence palings. - Nail a number of loose timber fence palings back onto the rails. - replace one coppers log post on the retaining wall that has internal rot. - cut off a number of excess copper log posts, above the retaining wall height. - pull down and take to the dump a temporary wire fence along the back yard fence. -replace silicone around the base of two showers - both showers have recently been professionally cleaned. - install new towel rails in the main bathroom and ensuite that won’t keep falling off the walls. - help a sliding door that won’t slide well, to slide more freely. - re-fix the letterbox to its concrete foundation. - change all of my down lights from warm white to bright white, and replace one (which I have a spare for). -Replace seal and/or leaky pipe under the main bathroom sink, in vanity cupboard. - fix a piece of Perspex to the pool fence and patio post. I’ll cover cost of labour, materials and Airtasker fee. To be negotiated with successful person. In your response, please let me know about your experience and skills/qualifications for this work. If you can provide a rough quote for labour and time, that would be helpful. I’m away for work until Thursday afternoon. It would be great to meet the person for this job on site as soon as possible when I get back to Cairns, to confirm materials, quote and timeframe to do these jobs. I’d like to list the house for sale soon after Easter if possible.

Remove and dispose of 2 metal garden sheds (demolition required)

$400

Manunda QLD 4870, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Remove and dispose of 2 metal garden sheds (demolition required) Description:
I need two old metal garden sheds removed and disposed of from my backyard. Details: * Location: Manunda * Two adjoining metal sheds (see photos) * Bolted to a concrete slab * Will require: * Dismantling/demolition * Removal of all materials * Disposal (tip/recycling) Access: * Easy side access * No need to preserve materials (can be cut up) Requirements: * Bring your own tools and equipment * Remove everything and leave the area clean (leaving only concrete behind). Photos attached Flexible with timing but would prefer within the next 1–2 weeks. Budget is $400 for full dismantling, removal and disposal. Open to reasonable offers depending on scope.

Thanks for the great work Kayne, greatly appreciated. Highly recommended.

Painting ceiling and cornice

$800

Bayview Heights QLD, Australia

27th Mar 2026

Professional painter required to paint section of new ceiling (replaced due to water leak) in dining room (including cornice) and repaint remainder of ceiling in the area to blend. Open to offers on price.

Garden shed installation with cyclone kit

$350

Kamerunga QLD, Australia

27th Mar 2026

We have a garden shed installation that is partially completed. The remaining work includes securing the shed to the concrete base and installing the cyclone kit. Could you please provide us with a quote for completing this job? We are available at home today if you would like to inspect the site. Thank you, and we look forward to your response.

Fix a bedroom door

$100

Westcourt QLD 4870, Australia

24th Mar 2026

1 of the bedroom doors has become detached from the frame & needing it to be replaced please. As I have no idea how to fix it myself.

Handyman required

$100

Bungalow QLD 4870, Australia

23rd Mar 2026

I am needing a General handyman to be called as required for tasks around our unit, I am needing a Letter box lock to be replaced and an external CCTV camera and camera doorbell to be installed.

Fly screen installed on a window

$100

Caravonica QLD 4878, Australia

23rd Mar 2026

Fly screen needs to be delivered and installed on 1 window at a house in Lake Placid (Caravonica). Time flexible at your convenience. Can provide exact measurements or you can take them by yourself.

Fix drill/nail holes in wall & mount mirror

$150

Yorkeys Knob QLD, Australia

10th Mar 2026

I need someone QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED to patch up/fix small drill & nail holes (approx 6) in a wall at home then mount a small mirror (light-medium weight) over the same area. You will require your own tools, nails, screws etc. Need done before 12/02/26.

Brandon was super efficient and professional. His service is top tier. Thank you Brandon, will definitely be referring him to family & friends as well as keeping him in the books for future tasks.

Install mountable hose reel

$60

Manoora QLD, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Install Holman 20m retractable hose reel onto rendered exterior wall next to tap. All mounting hardware supplied. Requires drilling bracket into masonry wall and hanging reel. See photo for location.

Max was easy to communicate with and got the job done quickly. Provided photo upon completion and was punctual with time. Would recommend Max!

Repair plasterboard patches and colour match paint patches and door

$100

Westcourt QLD, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Repair plasterboard and repaint patches

Fix the fly screen

$99

Manunda QLD, Australia

5th Mar 2026

hole in the flyscreen. Lock on flyscreen door can now be opened from the outside and causes a security issue, need it fixed ASAP

Easy to work with....

Fixing the shower head holder and repairing the shaving cabinet door

$190

Manunda QLD 4870, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Rebooking task between Kinkera and Jacko

Happy with the works, would recommend.

Rewire a ceiling fan that had gotten accidentally pulled

$150

Cairns QLD, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

Accidently ripped the wiring for the ceiling fan.just need it reattached!

Door requires fixing

$50

Redlynch QLD, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

Door has expanded and gets stuck easily.

Handyman Needed to Replace a toilet seat

$10

Cairns QLD 4869, Australia

17th Feb 2026

Attend to replace a broken toilet seat that has come off the screws Photo attached Supply and Install the toilet seat

Remove old mirrors install new ones

$200

Mount Sheridan QLD, Australia

15th Feb 2026

We are currently doing small Reno’s in our new apartment and needing someone to come and install our new mirrors in the bathroom and take off the old ones

Fix Sliding Bedroom Door Guide – Manunda

$10

Manunda QLD, Australia

28th Jan 2026

We are looking for a handyman to fix or replace the sliding bedroom door floor guide at a residential property in Manunda. The sliding door is currently not running properly due to the guide being loose, damaged, or missing. The task includes inspecting the door guide, supplying and installing a suitable replacement if needed, and ensuring the sliding door runs smoothly and aligns correctly. Please bring your own tools. Flexible timing but preferably as soon as possible.

Great guy to work with

Install curtain rod

$80

Parramatta Park QLD, Australia

4th Dec 2025

I want a curtain rod installed into a a concrete wall, external to the window cavity which already has a blind on the inside. I have a curtain rod purchased from spotlight (see pics)

Max did a wonderful job installing my curtain rod, friendly prompt and efficient, thanks again 😊

Fix cupboards

$100

Manunda QLD, Australia

20th Nov 2025

I need three cupboard doors repaired. Two corner kitchen cupboard doors and one hallway tall door. See images. Not all hinges are here, but I do have all the doors. They were missing when I moved in. Some hinges are here for reference. Message for me images or details

Perfect work. Would recommend

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Cairns

Window Maintenance

$500

Westcourt QLD 4870, Australia

12th Sep 2025

6 external ground level windows require cracked brittle putty removed from the most detoriated spots or all edges, cleaned and re filled ready for painting.

Maintenance leaving a rental

$200

Bentley Park QLD, Australia

30th Aug 2025

Screens and touch up paint work

Car Maintenance Urgent

$50

Woree QLD 4868, Australia

25th Apr 2025

Have drove from Tablelands Friday got to Cairns and Car won't start need help urgently not sure if my car needs a brand new battery but not sure ??

Sliding doors maintenance

$500

Whitfield QLD, Australia

15th Nov 2023

maintenance of sliding doors - Due date: Flexible

Handyman for minor maintenance and repairs

$600

Cairns City QLD, Australia

2nd Nov 2023

Repair minor roof leak, complete general maintenance on walls, repair stairwell tiles, stairwell railing and other minor fixes. Large commercial space, preparing for new tenants. - Due date: Before Sunday, 26 November 2023

House maintenance, painting, fencing & general labour

$30

Caravonica QLD 4878, Australia

18th Jan 2023

External painting of house (all ready to go) Fencing Other various jobs for cleaning and touching up fixtures, fittings and outdoor areas to prepare house for sale - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 20 January 2023

Experienced Mechanic to help complete maintenance work on engines.

$200

Portsmith QLD, Australia

21st Oct 2022

Looking for help completing maintenance on Diesel engines on fishing vessel when it returns to port. Possibly next Tuesday 25 October or Wednesday 26 October.