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Recent Tradesman reviews in Canberra
Very professional, on time and quality work. Highly recommended ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Patch and fill gyprock lighting holes
$120
Very happy with Ivan's service
I would like to get the power point installed in the WIR
$100
2nd job Chad has done, always very professional. A+
Lime plaster/render/ bag 2 brick walls
$10
Well spoken tradesman. Highly efficient and professional work.
Reinstate drywall and cupboards
$500
Great communication and amazing work!
Leaky tap and roof plastering
$250
Its a great work !!
Gyprock patching and painting to match wall
$75
What's the average cost of a tradesman in Canberra
$140 - $379
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$235
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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 Canberra
Install Illuminated House Number on Rendered Letterbox
$100
Taylor ACT 2914, Australia
12th Jun 2026
I need a qualified tradesperson or electrician to mount and wire an illuminated house number onto my front letterbox. There is a white electrical conduit running along the ground right next to the letterbox ready for connection. My main priority that is has a completely clean finish, with fully conceal wiring so that nothing is visible on the outside of the letterbox once it's complete?
Build 3x4m internal plasterboard wall install door (Canberra)
$2,000
Hughes ACT, Australia
11th Jun 2026
I need a non-structural, non-load-bearing internal partition wall built to divide a long rectangular room into two spaces (a small office and a kids' playroom). Wall Size: Approximately 3m x 4m. Tasks Required: Frame the wall, hang plasterboard/Gyprock, flush and sand the joints, install a standard internal door (including frame, handle, and latches), and paint the new wall white to match the existing room. Finishes: Install matching skirting boards and ceiling cornices so they blend in seamlessly. When making an offer, please clarify: 1. Does your quote include all labour and materials (timber, plasterboard, door, hardware, paint, skirting/cornice)? 2. Are there any specific materials you expect me to purchase myself (e.g. I already have the door handle)? 3. What is your estimated timeline to complete the work? 4. Are you disposing of waste yourself or expecting me to use the house bins? Fully licensed/insured handymen or carpenters preferred. Please share examples of similar past work if possible. Thanks!
Can anyone do rendering for my new built bricked mailbox
$200
Macnamara ACT, Australia
9th Jun 2026
Rendering the bricked mailbox
Install three floating shelves in plasterboard wall
$100
City ACT 2601, Australia
8th Jun 2026
Install three 900mm floating shelves in plasterboard wall. https://www.bunnings.com.au/flexi-storage-decorative-shelving-900-x-38-x-240mm-walnut-floating-shelf_p0253483
Plasterer Required
$10
Gordon ACT, Australia
6th Jun 2026
Looking for an experienced plasterer to repair and finish ceiling and wall areas following the removal of an internal wall and archway between my kitchen/dining and living room. Scope of works: * Supply and install plasterboard where required. * Repair ceiling opening where wall and bulkhead have been removed. * Tape, set and flush all joins. * Repair wall ends and damaged plasterboard. * Sand and leave ready for painting. * Match existing ceiling finish as closely as possible.
Plastering
$100
Evatt ACT, Australia
5th Jun 2026
I have an old gas wall heater that I would like removed and disposed of. Once the heater is removed, there will be a large opening left in the wall that will need to be repaired/plastered so the wall is ready for painting. Looking for someone with the appropriate experience to complete the job and leave the area neat and tidy.
Plasterer needed, removing tile skirting.
$300
Kambah ACT 2902, Australia
4th Jun 2026
So removing tiles and that includes tile skirting, will supply all materials and help if you need it, have most tools but much prefer an actual plasterer. Think replacing the sections would be the easiest but am after this asap. Only not available fri night.
Electrician : Install three new power points and an exhaust fan.
$50
Watson ACT 2602, Australia
3rd Jun 2026
Quote to install new power points in 3 rooms and a wall exhaust fan in a bathroom of an existing 1960s house. I'm not sure if they are all feasible, so would like to discuss options before setting a final price.
Assembly infrared sauna
$350
Fisher ACT, Australia
2nd Jun 2026
Outdoor 3 person sauna. Assembly says 6 hours.
Check this power point is ok and put a new face plate on
$80
Downer ACT, Australia
1st May 2026
I need a sparky to do a small job for me, check that this PowerPoint is safe (something fell on it) and put a new face plate on. I can sort out the rest (patching and painting)
Reliable and punctual! Would recommend!
Install indoor sensory hammock, patch holes in roof plasterboard
$150
Whitlam ACT, Australia
23rd Apr 2026
Trying to hang a sensory hammock for the kids that needs to be fixed into a joist with 2 bolts. Looking for you to also chuck some spackfiller or w/e in the holes I've drilled. I’ve used a stud finder to find what I thought were the ceiling joists, but driving a nail/drill bit through hits air. The roof has a bedroom above it if that provides any useful info.
Fantastic!!!! Showed up within 30 mins of booking, great communication. Job done.
Power Point Cover Replacement
$130
Ngunnawal, Australian Capital Territory
22nd Apr 2026
Hi all, Looking for someone to help with a small job: Replace a cracked power point cover (GPO), outlet is working fine Location: Ngunnawal ACT 2913 Happy to share more pictures Let me know your availability and experience. Thanks!
Jarred was great to deal with, really friendly, professional, and easy to communicate with. He replaced the cracked GPO quickly and did a clean, efficient job. Appreciate the prompt turnaround and the courteous approach. Would happily recommend him.
Patch Gyprock gaps and holes
$250
Throsby ACT, Australia
18th Mar 2026
Patch 3 x ceiling gaps near ac grilles 1 x wall hole patch
Dave was prompt and has great workmanship
Window fabric awning
$10
Spence, Australian Capital Territory
11th Mar 2026
Need to change or fix the window awning fabric curtain Feel free to provide quote or offer
Did outstanding job and very much approachable
New Power Point
$100
Theodore ACT, Australia
7th Mar 2026
Need a new power point put in for my work station
Awesome work love the work
Plasterboard/Gyprock wall patch repair (~40cm L-shape hole)
$200
Canberra ACT 2912, Australia
7th Mar 2026
Hi, Looking for someone experienced with gyprock / plasterboard repairs to fix a wall opening left after some plumbing work. The hole is roughly 38.5cm x 37.5cm and currently L-shaped. It will need a proper patch so the wall is solid and finished neatly. Ideally the job would include: • installing a plasterboard patch • taping the joints • applying compound • sanding to a smooth finish Basically looking for the wall to be finished paint-ready. I can provide the matching paint if painting is included. Please only quote if you have experience with gyprock wall repairs. A few things to confirm in your offer: • your total price including Airtasker fees • whether your quote includes both labour and materials • whether the job includes patch, taping, compound and final sanding • whether it will be left paint-ready or if painting is included • whether you have public liability insurance • whether you provide any workmanship warranty / guarantee Photos attached. Looking for someone reliable who can do a clean, professional repair. Budget around $200 but open to reasonable offers. Thanks!
Great job fixing the wall - hardly tell there was a hole before. Very efficient and professional.
Assemble chairs, clean/re-arrange kitchen, clean bathroom and verandah
$120
Belconnen ACT 2617, Australia
6th Mar 2026
Small bathroom, verandah, kitchen including re-arranging cupboards, assemble five Ikea chairs. Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: None Number of bathrooms: 1 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide
Friendly and fast - would recommend
Wall Plastering
$100
Ngunnawal ACT, Australia
23rd Feb 2026
Small wall plastering job for our home
Impress with how good the result
Plastering over small/medium holes
$350
Oxley, Australian Capital Territory
16th Jan 2026
Looking for an experienced plasterer to repair wall damage from removed fixtures. Includes multiple small holes, several larger cut-outs, and a long horizontal section that needs patching and skimming. Wall needs to be smooth and ready for paint once finished. Photos attached. Easy access, residential house. Happy for offers from qualified plasterers.
We are very happy with the work done
Plasterer as removing skylight
$200
Gilmore ACT, Australia
14th Jan 2026
Need hole filled in on ceiling
Friendly cleaned up after himself job looks good. Would recommend.





