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Install door excluders, to seal gap under door

$200

Good work on a tricky job. Would use again.

Install 1 roller blind Pyrmont,

$100

Really great experience. Neat tidy and perfect job completed.

Fix skirting board

$120

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

Remove mailbox and install new mailbox

$100

Daniel was a pleasure to deal with. Would recommend.

Install vertical blinds and drill holes for mirror and 2 paintings

$150

Great to work with. Super efficient.

5 handyman jobs: hang large painting, attach 2 bookshelf to wall etc

$250

What's the average cost of a handyman in Sydney

$126 - $300

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$126

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$190

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$300

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Sydney

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

Andrew was amazing!!! Couldn't recommend him more highly. Will be my bike guy from now on. Very knowledgeable and keen to help. Bike is running like a dream!

Postie Bike - Troubleshooting & Maintenance

$300

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

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

$181 - $332

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$181

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$250

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$332

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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

Fix cracked wooden door

$150

Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

7th Mar 2026

I need someone to fix a crack in the wooden door

Steadyrack installation

$120

Enmore NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

We have two steadyracks that need to be installed into a brick wall.

Fix a hook and small mirror to the wall

$30

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Hi! I need someone with a drill to come and put up a fancy hook and a small mirror onto my wall at home (brick wall) Would be great if you had a screws to bring too!

They did such a great job and were so lovely! Highly recommend.

Install 2 kitchen shelves + seal small ceiling gap

$160

Mascot NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

I need a handyman/carpenter to install two wall shelves in my kitchen corner. Scope of work: • Cut two timber shelves to size (currently 900mm wide) • Install 4 heavy-duty wall brackets • Mount shelves securely into plasterboard wall using anchors/studs • Ensure shelves are level and strong en to hold small kitchen appliances (blender, toaster etc.) Additional small task: • Seal a small ceiling/bulkhead gap in the kitchen using filler/caulking. Materials already purchased: • 2 x timber shelves (900mm x 300mm) • 4 x heavy-duty shelf brackets • Hollow wall anchors Tools required: • Drill • Level • Saw to cut shelves • Basic installation tools Location: Mascot / Alexandria area. Estimated time: 1–2 hours.

Great help and assistance in solving a tricky kitchen issue and gave the right advice to fix the problem

Lounge Archway Architrave /Moulding/ Plaster job - supply and install

$1,000

Ultimo NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Need someone to supply and install some Archway Architrave / Moulding / Plaster to my lounge room arch. Example photos after the subject area / first photo.

Need licensed electrician- powered clothes line 4-8 screws. Syd CBD

$300

Sydney, New South Wales

7th Mar 2026

Install an electric clothes line very simple install. Licensed sparky please. Need 2.5mm cable run from across about 2-3m and hardwired connection

Great guy highly recommend! Thank you very much!!

Fix toilet lid

$100

Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Fix toilet seat and lid. Have a kit from Bunnings that you can use

Efficient and quick

Shelf And Rack installation

$300

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Install 2 floating shelves in the kitchen, (plaster on brick), install airer and shelf into laundry (plaster)

Great work, Looks excellent

Kitchen sink tap. changed to mixer tap

$100

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Kitchen sink replacement to mixer tap. If new sink required , no problem

Outstanding service 👏 👌 Every detail as advised. Highly recommend 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Install two wall items

$100

Erskineville NSW, Australia

6th Mar 2026

I need to get a toilet brush installed on a tile wall so you will need to have the equipment to do that. It is to drill a hole into a tile wall and install it and screws associated with that and whatever else fixings and I also need to get a vacuum cleaner mounted onto a plaster wall.

Very easy to deal with highly professional and competent, would recommend

Fix kitchen door hinge and bathroom door handle

$60

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

4th Mar 2026

1. Fix hinge on kitchen cupboard door. 2. Fix loose bathroom door loose handle

Job completed quickly and efficiently

Gyprock walls and suspended ceiling

$10

Camperdown NSW, Australia

4th Mar 2026

Hi I am after someone to install gyprock on two small walls, and extend a suspended ceiling (to discuss on site).

Efficient and communication was so clear

Fix crack in ceiling

$150

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

4th Mar 2026

I have a crack in my ceiling that I need repaired and a paint

Did an amazing job repairing the crack I had on the ceiling. Prompt - same day fix. Came within an hour and completed the task. Would use and recommend

Odd Job: Kitchen Sink Tap reseated, or replaced

$100

Erskineville Oval NSW, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Tenant has had the sink tap come loose. Unsure how to reseat on the sink, as it’s not screwed in. Need a solution for the tap.

Great help and very friendly. Solved our problem and offered alternatives solutions! Definitely book again.

Kitchen sink leaking

$150

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Kitchen sink is leaking water into the cupboard area directly under the Sink You installed my washing machine Cheers

Awesome work Amazing

Put up 2 curtain rod brackets

$50

Potts Point NSW, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

2 x curtain rod brackets ontop of a balcony sliding door. Ive tried, its steel. Please only offer if your experienced ive already put 3 failed holes.

Couldn’t be happier, my curtains look great! Thankyou so much!!

Drill blind into window frame

$55

Ultimo NSW, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

Just need a drill and to drill into a wall to hang a light bamboo blind. Shown in the picture is an identical but slightly smaller blind.The blind that needs measures roughly 140 x 120

Arrived right on time and did the job quickly

Install two floating shelves and coat rack on brick walls

$250

Glebe NSW, Australia

1st Mar 2026

Mount two IKEA ‘Lack’ shelves on brick wall (we already have correct screws and anchors if needed) and a coat rack in the hall (needs screws). All brick walls so will need a hammer drill etc.

Super nice guy who did fantastic work, went above and beyond and even gave us some old drill bits to help with future projects of our own. Would recommend!

Kitchen sink tap installation

$100

Marrickville NSW, Australia

1st Mar 2026

Hi all I need kitchen sink tap Installation! Please help ! 🙈

Very quick and friendly 🙌

Looking for a plumber to unblock kitchen sink

$80

Potts Point NSW, Australia

28th Feb 2026

Looking for a professional plumber to unblock kitchen sink Monday 10 am

Great guy knows his stuff

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Sydney

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

General building maintenance

$800

Newtown, New South Wales

11th Jan 2026

Need work in imagine done and must be able to provide invoice for proof of repairs as it is required for insurance company. The work is a mix of simple sealing door frame, minor rendering patch etc - see image. Ideally can do all but if not let me Know what work you can do.

Washing machine maintenance

$120

Stanmore, New South Wales

5th Jan 2026

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:

2003 honda ct 110 maintenance

$250

Potts Point-Woolloomooloo NSW, Australia

1st Jan 2026

Oil and filter change, brake pads replacement. Chain replacement and chain guide.

Air conditioning maintenance

$250

Alexandria NSW, Australia

22nd Dec 2025

It’s blowing cool air but not actually cold. It’s clean but it hasn’t been maintained in a few years

Handyman / Maintenance Legend Needed

$700

Marrickville, New South Wales

16th Dec 2025

Hey there! We're a business in Marrickville looking for a reliable handyman/maintenance person to help us knock out a few odd jobs before our Christmas break. This needs to be done early in the morning (around 7am start) so everything is finished and dry before our venue opens at 12pm. Jobs we need done: 1. Paint Concrete Bollard Wall (Front Patio Area) - Handyman to supply paint in the exact colour: HEX: #865D2F RGB: 134, 93, 47 - Apply a non-sacrificial anti-graffiti coating after painting. Options include: Dulux Precision Anti-Graffiti Coating OR Wattyl Graffiti Barrier Paint must be fully dry before midday trading — hence the early start. 2. Fix Clip Frame on Bathroom Door - One clip frame has come loose on the back of a bathroom door. 3. Install a Gate on Brewer’s Loading Dock Side - Gate is fully supplied — just needs to be installed. - Requires handyman to provide screws/bolts to secure it. - Also install two hasp & staple latches (supplied). - Must be drilled/bolted into brick and a metal gate frame. 4. Install A Few Signs Around Site - Signs supplied. - Will need drill, screws, and a level to install cleanly in various locations around the venue.

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

Office maintenance

$300

Ultimo NSW, Australia

3rd Dec 2025

Shower head purchase and install Reinstall wall mounted bar Trip to Bunnings Site visit - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01KBGF1HXZ7QNXBGZE040M3TCW

Electrician needed for repairs & maintenance

$350

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

11th Nov 2025

Investigate power usage as meter spinning even when everything is off. Double check old outdoor airconditioning units are disconnected, to ensure these aren’t source of power leakage. Replace faulty pendant light (we have replacement) Replace faulty light switch, disconnect dimmer (we have replacement) Remove 3 faulty sensors, and install light switch instead ( two may need new switches?) Disconnect old hardwired smoke alarm We are flexible with date, prefer this week after 12 noon. (This is for 3 terrace houses within 50 metres of each other) Parking provided.

Simply amazing! Best electrician ever! Very professional and knows exactly what needs to be done! Thankyou so much!!!

Air conditioning maintenance

$200

Botany NSW, Australia

10th Nov 2025

Routine air conditioning maintenance required for two units - one in bedroom and one in living room

Great service highly recommend

Aircon maintenance for 2 units

$200

Redfern NSW, Australia

1st Nov 2025

One Daikin and one Fujitsu units in need of clean and function and safety inspection

General Maintenance

$50

Marrickville NSW, Australia

31st Oct 2025

General maintenance job. Job includes:- 1. 1 x curtain rod installation 2. 6 x picture hooks installed into wall (I will provide hooks) 3. Assemble a MDF laundry box (from Kmart)

End of lease maintenance

$300

Newtown, New South Wales

2nd Oct 2025

Originally posted for a Tuesday job but needed to change the day… We have moved out of an old place and taken pictures from the wall tearing the paint and whatever else. Picture hook holes need to be fixed. See photos attached. Also our TV has caused damage to a wall. We would like this painted and holes to be fixed see photos attached. I’ve ruined the thread on 3 of the screws. See photos attached. Paint supplied for the walls.

Diego was fantastic. Did everything and more than I asked of him. Would 100% recommend

Mitsubishi AC Split System AC maintenance

$150

Hillsdale NSW, Australia

26th Sep 2025

Hi, my Mitsubishi split system air conditioner isn’t cooling properly and I need someone to come out today to diagnose and fix it. Looking for an experienced AC technician who can: • Check and assess the unit • Identify why it’s not cooling effectively • Provide on-the-spot fix if possible Details: • Location: Hillsdale • Preferred time: 1:30-2:30 • Please bring necessary tools/equipment Thanks!

Thank you, unfortunately need to replace the unit, so will do my research 🔬

Miele dishwasher maintenance

$170

Newtown NSW, Australia

15th Sep 2025

My miele dishwasher requires a servicing and troubleshooting with the inlet/drain

Mark was very efficient and quickly found the source of the problem with my dishwasher and fixed the problem!