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Richard was very professional, fast, and he did a good job. Very pleased with his work and he is a pleasant person to deal with. Very friendly.

Knife sharpen

$10

Great communication, pleasure to deal with. Fast service A+

Chainsaw sharpening

$20

Great knife sharpening - finally able to use these knives again.

Knife sharpening

$60

Jun-son did a fantastic job

Knife sharpening

$60

Fast service, thank you so much!

Help sharpening kitchen knives - on site

$100

What's the average cost of a sharpening specialist

$40 - $110

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$40

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$60

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$110

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Why hire a sharpening service through Airtasker?

Dull knives, garage tools, or gardening tools require more effort to use. No matter how hard you work, dull tools can keep you from achieving optimum results! If you’re frustrated with blunt instruments, it’s time to book a sharpening service in your area. Airtasker offers a fast and easy way to find affordable and trusted sharpening services near you.

You can find all kinds of sharpening services online for planer blades, chainsaw chains, hunting knives, secateurs, and garden tools. But not all of them provide ratings or reviews that attest to high levels of customer satisfaction. Some services may cater to limited locations. Further, you may need to meet a minimum price before booking a residential service. On Airtasker, you don’t have to worry about all these limitations.

Our platform connects you to rated and reviewed Taskers for all types of sharpening services. And our goal is to help you find excellent sharpening services near you. Whether it's a knife sharpening service or garden tool sharpening, no task is too big or too small for Taskers. Whatever you need, just go ahead and post your sharpening service request today!

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Top Sharpening related questions

The cost of sharpening services can range from $5 to $30, depending on the type of item you need to get sharpened. The prices can go higher for bigger tools or for the blades of power equipment. For example, the cost to sharpen lawn mower blades can range from $50 to $70. Be sure to specify the details of the job so you can get the best offers for a sharpening service around you.

Sharpening services can be done on-site (e.g. your home or restaurant) or in a workshop. Your Tasker can go to you and bring their sharpening tools or equipment. As another option, your Tasker can collect your tools, scissors, or kitchen knives. After sharpening your items, your Tasker can then deliver them back to you. A third option is to wrap and secure your knife in a box with bubble wrap. Then, send the knife to your Tasker.

Specialists sharpen lawn tools or garden tools with a file, whetstone, or sharpening stone. Your Tasker may use one method to sharpen pruners, shears, and loppers. Holding a tool firmly in place, a specialist passes the sharpener over the blade’s edge.

Yes, some specialists may be willing to de-rust your tools. Your Tasker may use steel wool, crumpled tin foil, or a brush to scrub off the rust. Once the tools are rust-free, your Tasker can proceed to sharpen the blades. Attach a photo of your rusty tools for restoration so that Taskers can advise you on the best materials, methods, and tips to restore your tools.

Yes, feel free to provide your own sharpening tools and equipment. Airtasker is also the place to go if you need someone to do the tedious work. Sharpening tools include whetstones, files, sharpening steel, and electric knife sharpeners. Specify what tools you have in your listing. Taskers can then advise you on the best tools or equipment to use for the job. They may recommend buying a different tool or offer to bring their own equipment.

Blade sharpening services can take as little as 10 minutes. But the working time depends on the condition of the blade and the type of tool they are sharpening. A chainsaw or very dull knife could take up to 20-30 minutes to sharpen. Experience and skill can also factor into a specialist’s working time. Post your sharpening request today to find rated, reviewed, and trusted specialists near you.

No, honing is different from sharpening. Sharpening involves grinding a blade’s edge against a sharpening stone. Meanwhile, honing is the process of maintaining an already sharp edge. You can request honing or sharpening services on Airtasker.

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What do sharpening services include?

Sharpening services restore blades for commercial or domestic use. Specialists can sharpen all types of tools, including knives, gardening tools, scissors, and more. Avail one or more of these services on Airtasker by posting a request today. We connect you to a wide range of sharpening experts who can offer their services at a budget you can afford.

Sharpening improves the efficiency and safety of your tools or blades. Also, sharpening can give your old tools a new lease on life. Make the most of your tools for years to come instead of spending money on new ones. Here’s a list of sharpening services you can book on Airtasker.

Knife sharpening

Whether you’re a home cook, restaurant owner, or private chef, your knives can dull over time. A knife sharpening service restore knives to their former glory. Taskers can sharpen all types of knives, such as standard cutting blades, kitchen knives, serrated knives, table knives, carving knives, and hunting knives. Post your request now to find trusted and reasonably priced knife sharpening services near you. Knife sharpening can make food preparation quick, efficient, and hassle-free. 

Tool sharpening

Taskers can do lawnmower blades, chainsaws, saw blades, chisels, drills, and other tool sharpening services. Restore your garden tools and garage tools by posting a request now. A specialist may use a file, grinder, belt sander, whetstone, or other means for the job. Experienced sharpeners will know how to sharpen tools while removing as little metal as possible. Once your blades are polished, they’ll be working like new.

Scissor sharpening

Scissors can turn dull from everyday use in the home, kitchen, school, or office. But scissor sharpening services can get scissors working as good as new! The best part is that sharpening can be done in minutes. With sharp scissors, you can enjoy precise and effortless cutting when you request scissor sharpening on Airtasker. We can help you find an appointment with experts in scissor sharpening services near you ASAP. 

Blade restoration

Your rusty tools don’t have to waste away in the back of your shed forever. Blade restoration experts can de-rust your blades in an instant. From knives to garden shears, you can request all types of blade restoration on our platform. Aside from tools, Taskers can also sharpen skates. If you need help with handyman tasks, you can also book a tradesman on Airtasker. Find electrical, plumbing, assembly, or construction services by posting a request today.

Recent Sharpening tasks

Knife Sharpening - Kitchen

$60

Bellbowrie QLD, Australia

16th Mar 2024

Set of Shun Knives and a couple of others.

Knife sharpening

$100

Longueville NSW, Australia

6th Mar 2024

I need kitchen knives sharpened.

Sharpen knives

$200

Roseville NSW, Australia

1st Mar 2024

As the photos show, there is a collection of about 20 kitchen knives that need sharpening. Three more are in dishwasher. Make an offer - I have no idea what the job is worth. - Due date: Flexible

Wow. My knives are now sharp, two very sharp. They have clearly been sharpened by an expert. Efficient pick up and delivery service. A courteous man who listens. Will use again.

Knife Sharpening

$80

Prestons NSW, Australia

23rd Feb 2024

Sharpen 9 or 10 knives...

Great service and job

Sharpen 2 chain saw chains. One 24 inch and one 16 inch.

$25

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

6th Feb 2024

Sharpen 2 chain saw chains

Chainsaw sharpen

$20

Randwick NSW, Australia

22nd Jan 2024

Mini chainsaw chain needs sharpening - Due date: Flexible

Steel drill bit sharpening

$100

Shoal Bay NSW, Australia

23rd Dec 2023

Quality of steel drill bits need sharpening - Due date: Flexible

Sharpening of my Japanese Shun Knives (6)

$120

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

18th Dec 2023

I have 6 shun knives & 1 pair of scissors that are desperately in need of sharpening. Unfortunately one has two small dents in the bottom and one has a broken tip :( I don't have a sharpening stone and given the value of the knives, I don't trust myself to get it right! - Due date: Before Saturday, 23 December 2023

Chainsaw sharpen

$20

Paringa SA, Australia

28th Nov 2023

Sharpen 10" chainsaw chain. - Due date: Flexible

Chipper/mulcher Blade sharpening

$100

Anstead QLD, Australia

13th Nov 2023

4 Hardened steel double-sided blades, each 130mm long and 5mm thick off a Greenfields Piecemaker 8hp chipper/mulcher, need sharpening - and not with a grinder like the youTube vandals. I'm at Anstead, but happy to take to someone with a honer or engineering workshop. - Due date: Flexible

Chainsaw sharpening - 4 blades. Three 16 inch one 10 inch.

$50

Essendon West VIC 3040, Australia

8th Oct 2023

Four chainsaw blades in need of sharpening. One 10" blade and three 16" blades. Location Essendon West. - Due date: Flexible

Set of knives sharpened

$200

Lane Cove NSW, Australia

21st Sep 2023

I have a set of Global knives (7) that need sharpening. They've been sharped over the years using a whetstone and are in not-to-bad condition, but i'm looking to have them tightened up by someone professional. Expectations: - Onsite sharpen and clean of knives in decent condition - Any mess cleaned up - Kitchen and under cover garage space available for use with power during sharpening - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 22 September 2023

Knife sharpening

$40

East Gosford NSW, Australia

14th Sep 2023

I have two knives I would like sharpened by someone a little more practiced than myself. One 1095 fixed blade and an s30v folding knife - Due date: Flexible

Chainsaw sharpening

$10

Garden Suburb NSW, Australia

10th Sep 2023

Sharpen chainsaw That’s all - Due date: Flexible

Knife sharpening

$10

Roseville NSW 2069, Australia

26th Aug 2023

Sharpen Global knife 14 cm blade - Due date: Flexible

Multiple chain saws sharpened

$100

Saint Georges SA 5064, Australia

9th Aug 2023

several chain saws to be sharpened - Due date: Flexible

Forstener drill bits sharpened

$20

Cannon Hill QLD 4170, Australia

17th Jul 2023

2/38mm forstener drill bits need sharpen - Due date: Flexible

Chainsaw sharpening

$15

Mount Eliza VIC 3930, Australia

9th Jul 2023

Sharpen ryobi electric chainsaw chain, has a 10” bar - Due date: Flexible

Knife sharpening and cleaning

$100

Brooklyn VIC, Australia

13th Jun 2023

Knives are dull, and a little scratched and handles are dirty - Due date: Flexible

Sharpen circular saw blade

$70

Diamond Creek VIC 3089, Australia

10th Jun 2023

Circular saw blade to be sharpened - Due date: Flexible