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Build Sauna

$250

Great work by Vincent. Highly recommend!

Plasterer - install cornice

$250

Fantastic reliable service.

Window Awning Winders Need Replacing (Three)

$270

Beautiful plastering work!

Repair plasterboard mirror cabinet

$10

Luke was super professional and problem solved getting our power point in the correct spot for our tv wall mount. Excellent job. Thanks Luke.

Power point installed

$150

So grateful for Darko’s work. Great communication, incredible attention to detail, quick and efficient and easy to deal with. Highly recommended!

Hang canvas frame on concrete rendered wall

$195

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

Patching, Plastering and painting if able

$10

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Inspection required. Patching and Plastering inc cornice

Ikea Laundry floating Shelves Hanging Drywall

$200

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

4th Apr 2026

I need you to hang my Ikea Enhet Laundry Floating Cabinets to avoid piping and make sure it's secured properly to drywall/plasterboard. I will assemble the furniture, just need to make sure it's properly and appropriately secured for heavy weights. May need to add extra ledger board or suspension rail.

I need a built in wardrobe painted white

$200

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Just 1 built in wardrobe

Painting doors, skirting, and balustrade across 3 bedrooms

$800

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Painting of doors, skirting and balustrade, window sill from beige to white across 3 bedrooms and landing.

Sauna not working

$250

Essendon VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Sauna not working won’t turn on

Create a rendered bench

$300

Flemington VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Create a small brick bench and then render it to look similar to photo but without the sink. (We already have bricks that can be used)

Plasterboard Wall Installation (Framing + Plaster + Set)

$1,300

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

The wall is approximately 6–7 metres long with standard ceiling height. The space is straightforward with good access. This will be a main wall in a living area, so a clean, high-quality finish is important.

Plasterer - filling holes and cracks in

$25

Richmond VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

There are 6 vents (one in wall - 5 in ceilings) - one large vent in ceiling- one large hole in ceiling - one small hole on corner of a wall - one small ceiling crack - one large ceiling crack. Richmond - there is parking - it is a house.

Instal 2 x van awnings

$300

Brunswick East, Victoria

31st Mar 2026

I have a van with an awning but it’s too small so I bought a bigger one to install. I want to then move the smaller awning to another van i have. Both have roof racks to attach to

Super fast and knowledgeable. Legend, thanks mate!

Fix one specific roof leak and repair ceiling plasterboard

$500

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Fix Roof Leak & Repair Ceiling Plasterboard I’m looking for an experienced roofer/handyman to fix a roof leak and repair internal ceiling damage. Water is leaking through a box gutter and coming into the ceiling. It appears the issue is where two box gutters join, and water is seeping through the connection. The current silicone fix isn’t working, so I’m after a more permanent solution. Scope of work: • Identify and fix the source of the leak (box gutter join) • Provide a proper, long-term repair (not just silicone) • Repair and replace damaged ceiling plasterboard • Ensure the area is sealed and finished properly Please bring your own tools and materials. Let me know your experience with similar jobs

Thank you to Jye for your work.

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!

Rendering

$1,500

Brunswick East, Victoria

12th Mar 2026

Need my fire pit area rendered in a realistic concrete look acrylic polymer render (rockcoat) all corners exy and meshed as required etc All Bluebeard sections to be rendered

Very easy to work with and great quality work

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!

Repointing and plastering fireplace

$500

Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia

26th Feb 2026

The pictures fireplace needs to be repointed (many loose bricks), replastered and then out the original cast iron fireplace back in place for decorative purposes.

Excellent job, very friendly and easy communication. Highly recommended!

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.