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Recent Tradesman reviews in Melbourne

10/10. The team hung my retractable awning, it’s was a tricky job/ very heavy awning, hot day - not the best conditions! And everything was perfect. No hesitation recommending 🙂

Hang retractable awning on balcony (2 person job)

$350

Quick, efficient, on time. Perfect, couldn’t ask for more

4 power points installed

$400

Great clean job done by Jason highly reccomend

Plasterer to do a few small patch ups

$150

Beautiful plastering work!

Repair plasterboard mirror cabinet

$10

Daniel did a great job - very punctual, efficient and friendly!

Painter/plasterer - Minor patching and painting touch-ups

$250

Matt was great. Arrived on time, kept us informed, and did a fantastic job!!

Plastering and cornice repair

$1,000

What's the average cost of a tradesman in Melbourne

$150 - $450

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$150

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$250

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$450

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What does a local tradesman do?

Tradesmen (and tradeswomen!) can help you tackle the tasks that need the expertise, tools, and knowledge that only a qualified local tradie can give. Whether you need a trade to help with home repairs or construction, you can find local tradesmen to help with tasks like:

Electrical & plumbing tradies

When you hire a tradie to work with electricity, gas, or water, they’ll need special qualifications, training, and equipment to keep you and your house safe from fires, flooding, and property damage. You’d need to hire an electrician to install your new light fittings or electrical equipment, like ovens. And you’d need a plumbing tradie to help with plumbing tasks, like fitting new taps and pipes, or gas plumbing tasks like installing or repairing heaters and stoves. Your tradie will start by asking questions about the issues you’re having, then they’ll do a physical inspection of the area to assess the work needed. They’ll use their specialist tools and equipment to repair, install, or replace parts to get everything working properly.

Carpentry & cabinet making tradies

Tradesmen are usually qualified professionals, so they’re ideally suited to tasks that need a higher skill level than a handyman. Carpenters and cabinet makers are in high demand for installing new cabinets, custom-making furniture and installing built-in robes and cupboards. They’ll measure your space to ensure the furniture and built-ins fit perfectly and match your existing decor. Then they’ll work with a range of equipment and tools (onsite or offsite) to cut and shape the wood, then assemble any parts to create your finished product.

Home exterior work tradies

Tradesmen can help provide a professional finish to your exterior building tasks. For example, installing or repairing balustrades. Your professional tradesmen will measure, fit and install glass, metal, or wood balustrades to make your balcony area or stairs safe while matching the design of your home. Once they’ve established a safe work zone, they’ll remove the old balustrades before installing the new parts. Another popular exterior task is installing or upgrading awnings. Your tradie can pull down old, broken, or faded awnings and help you choose a new awning to match your house and surroundings. Then they’ll carefully install the new awning so that it is safe and secure.

Concrete repairs & resurfacing tradies

When concrete is damaged, it can create trip hazards, and let in water, dirt and other pests, which can cause further damage. Concrete resurfacing can help repair damage and give your property an instant update with coloured concrete overlays and/or designs. Your tradie will first assess the damage, then repair or replace any broken areas. Then they may clean the existing area with high-pressure hoses or chemicals. Once the area is clean and prepared, they’ll mix up a thin, concrete-based surface compound that will cover the area.

Recent Tradesman tasks in Melbourne

3 x Power Points Installation

$300

Essendon VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2026

I need 3 power points installation in Toilet for installation of Smart Bidget Toilet Seat. 2 power points on ground floor and 1 on first floor. Just need single power points not double.

Patch blueboard, including render and seal

$500

Richmond VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2026

A section of blueboard (fibre cement sheet) has fallen off an external corner on the upper storey of my house (see first picture). The blueboard was originally added over exposed polystyrene panel ends at the corner junction when the extension was built around 15 years ago. It appears to have been adhesive-only fixed, which is likely why it failed. Scope of work: - Safe access to upper storey exterior (you'll need your own ladder/scaffolding) - Scrape back any degraded polystyrene surface to solid foam (it has been exposed for about a month) - Cut and fit new blueboard sheet to cover the exposed area - Fix with both construction adhesive and mechanical fixings (screws into frame) - Seal all edges with polyurethane sealant - Apply a skim coat of acrylic render to match surrounding finish on new board - not the whole wall - Painting is NOT included — I'll handle that separately While you're here I would like you to also seal the other corner (see last photo). Please include all materials in your quote. I am retired so flexible on timing. There is onsite parking.

Take old awning down, put up new one...and put up a small blind.

$125

Middle Park VIC 3206, Australia

19th Mar 2026

Take down old awning and instal new one (4m long, with motor) over back door and put up a small blind inside over kitchen window. I can help with lifting... All parts should be at hand...cheers

Power points

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

19th Mar 2026

Looking to add 3 or 4 extra power points in my apartment.

Plug stuck in power point

$150

Travancore VIC 3032, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Extension cord in socket a year ago. Worked fine never removed. Stuck in socket completely

Very punctual, upfront about costs, did the job very quick and very well Highly recommend!

Plastering work

$300

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Need the bottoms of these walls replastered

Power point loose tripping the circuit breaker

$120

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

17th Mar 2026

I’ve got a double power point that’s come loose from the wall — it’s not sitting flush anymore. Lately, whenever I use it, it’s been tripping the circuit breaker in the fuse box. Needs rewiring/ refitting to wall. Must be licensed A-Grade electrician.

Great service - thanks Craig!

Awning repair – remove damaged part & install new sheet (budget job)

$350

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

17th Mar 2026

Hi, I need to repair a damaged awning at my barbershop. Scope of work: - Remove broken/damaged section of the awning - Reinforce or rebuild the front structure if needed - Install a new metal sheet (simple and strong finish) Important: I don’t need a full replacement or aesthetic finish. Just need it safe, solid and functional. This area will be covered with signage later. Location: 112 Bell St, Coburg Looking for someone experienced in metal, roofing or handyman work. Please send your quote 👍

Build my alpine Lucca sauna

$400

Pascoe Vale South VIC 3044, Australia

17th Mar 2026

I’m looking for someone who has previous experience building saunas from Alpine Saunas. The model is the Lucca

Hang 100 cm round mirror (23 kg) on plasterboard wall

$85

St Kilda VIC, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Mirror already has wire on the back to hang. Need installer with stud finder and appropriate anchors.

Really helpful and got the job done fast, a pleasure to deal with and wouldn’t hesitate to get in touch for further jobs in the future.

Repair plasterboard mirror cabinet

$10

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2026

Hello this cabinet has been recessed into the wall so I need repairs on the plaster pls Inc the PowerPoint which will be moved.

Beautiful plastering work!

Plastering up light holes x3

$200

Toorak VIC, Australia

14th Feb 2026

I have bought lights smaller than the holes so need them plastered to refit the new lights

Amazing and extremely prompt and professional

Plasterer to patch holes after electrical work

$400

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

13th Feb 2026

I’ve had some electrical work done and need some holes patched

Great work super responsive and helpful!! Thank you!

Plastering touch ups

$125

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

12th Feb 2026

Hi Airtaskers, Need some plastering help to patch up a small section of wall, and a few holes & touch ups ready for painting. See photos! Thanks in advance.

Thanks Rohit - happy with the work :)

Plasterer required: Remove cables from wall, and plaster for painting.

$250

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

10th Feb 2026

Hi Airtaskers, I recently had some electrical cables disconnected (for wall lights). They were installed before I got the place, and are covered by plaster. I need the cables removed and the gap then plastered over. See the images attached. I don't know exactly how far the cables come down, but the diagram attached is my best guess, based on the marks on the wall from the original plastering. I can confirm that my electrician has completely disconnected from the light switch. Thank you in advance.

Personable, happy guy with a great attitude. Will definitely use again!

Plasterer Required – Bathroom & Powder Room (Sq Set Finish)

$750

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

9th Feb 2026

Looking for an experienced plasterer to complete plastering works to a newly framed bathroom and powder room. Scope of works: • Plaster new internal walls (frames already complete) • Square-set finish between walls and ceiling (bathroom & powder room) • Remove existing cornice in hallway, patch and square-set • Brick walls are tile-ready – no plastering required there • Ceiling already plastered Details: • Floorplan and photos attached • Some plaster sheets on site, may need to supply an additional 2–3 sheets • Location: Brunswick • Access is clear and site is ready to go Requirements: • Please provide an all-inclusive quote (labour + any additional materials) • Availability ASAP / next day or so preferred If you’re available and can turn this around quickly, please get in touch.

Ryan was just ridiculously good. Above and beyond what was asked. Super happy.

Quote: Bathroom fan replacement, install of power point and TV mount

$100

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

3rd Feb 2026

I have a failed inline ducted ceiling fan in a bathroom needing replacement. It's not hardwired - believe it's a standard 10A socket. You'll need a tool to open the manhole to get access and remove it. A large flathead screwdriver may suffice. (See first photo) Seeking install of power point and TV bracket in bedroom where ceiling meets wall above mirror. Either on the ceiling or wall. (See second photo) Price is for inspection, removal of fan and quote only. Further work will be agreed between parties. Must be licensed and insured.

Good communication, friendly and easy to deal with.

Drywall repair

$150

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2026

Hole in the wall. About 10 by 15 cm

Jeisson was efficient and discrete

Plastering

$980

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

30th Jan 2026

Patching up holes and sanding back some bulkheads at my property

Very very very impressed

Cutting or dispose awning today

$50

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

28th Jan 2026

Looking for someone experienced to cut an aluminium roller awning Need to have own tools Need today Other options Take the awning away and dispose of it (no cutting required)

Punctual, very kind and great to deal with