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Recent Tradesman reviews in Geelong

Definitely a good guy and good job, took a bit to get a date sorted, but all worked out in the end. Thank u

Paint external wall, touch up render if needed

$600

Quick respondence. Much appreciated.

Plastering and patching

$500

Rohan was prompt, efficient and most pleasant. Communicates well and skilful.

Wiring for new kitchen. Power points

$250

Arrived on time. Completed work as requested. Lovely people. Thanks so much! Highly recommend!!

Cut concrete verandah slab

$200

Great job and nice bloke

Finish plastering job

$350

Pleasure to work with Carlos

Plastering - replace/repair damaged walls

$5

What's the average cost of a tradesman in Geelong

$170 - $490

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$170

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$285

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$490

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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 Geelong

Electrical work, power points

$150

Newtown VIC 3220, Australia

6th Oct 2026

2- external power points on a deck Easy access to existing points nearby

Balustrade upgrade , New Home

$2,030

Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

6th Oct 2026

Hi, I am looking to upgrade the existing stair balustrade in my newly built home. The builder has installed a solid GIB/plasterboard balustrade, as shown in the attached photo, and I would like to replace it with the timber balustrade/handrail design shown in my preferred photo. I am looking for quality materials and excellent workmanship with a neat finish. Please provide a quotation including the recommended timber/material, total supply and installation cost, estimated duration of the work, and warranty. Quality and attention to detail are very important to me, as this is a newly built home. only the balustrade without changing the existing carpeted steps Thank you, and I look forward to your quotation.

Plasterer / handyman needed – bulkhead repair, painting & hanging

$200

Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

5th Oct 2026

Looking for an experienced plasterer/handyman to help with a few jobs at our home. We have recently had new cabinetry installed in our kitchen and need the bulkhead above the cabinetry properly finished/plastered and painted so it blends neatly into the existing ceiling and walls. Photos attached. We would also like help with: • Rehanging a few paintings/picture frames around the house, including patching any old holes where required • Securely fixing two IKEA bookcases to the wall Ideally looking for one person who can do all of the above and has experience with plastering, painting and securely fixing items to walls. We would like a neat, professional finish, particularly around the new kitchen cabinetry. Happy for you to supply the necessary plastering/fixing materials and we can provide or reimburse for matching paint as required. Located in Newtown, Geelong. Please let me know your experience, availability and whether your quote includes materials.

Celling Plasterer

$550

Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

30th Sep 2026

Repair plaster on celling, return air vent hole was cut more than needed. 2-3cm hole is visible on the one side of the vent. Looking to having it fixed asap. Must Include Painting. Done Thursday 10am-2pm Paint Matching as close to 90-100% Hengz

Very professional, punctual, and the work speaks for itself

Fix cable for awning

$50

Hamlyn Heights VIC 3215, Australia

28th Sep 2026

Please reconnect this cable and tighten after it broke. Price negotiable. Not sure what this might be worth

Thanks Dean. You did a great job and i hope you can help again. 🙂

I need the front porch repaired and rerendered

$700

Lara VIC 3212, Australia

25th Sep 2026

/I need the front porch repaired and rerendered

Rendering needed

$350

Charlemont VIC 3217, Australia

25th Sep 2026

The front of my house looks unfinished. I’m wanting to get this section of slab/ concrete at the bottom of my house to look finished. By having this rendered and painted to match the rendering on my house facade. Someone with professional experience only. Please send QUOTE with your experience/ business.

Licensed electrician to remove stuck plug & replace db power point.

$60

Armstrong Creek VIC 3217, Australia

24th Sep 2026

I need a licensed electrician to remove a plug that is stuck inside a double power point (Clipsal, with switches) in my home in Armstrong Creek. The cord came off and the plug head is still stuck in the right-hand socket. I've tried pulling it out with the power off, but it won't come loose – it seems to be caught on the contacts inside, not the faceplate. The job: - Remove the stuck plug safely - Check the power point for heat damage - Replace the double power point if needed (please include the part in your quote) The outlet is currently switched off and not in use. It's easy to access, at normal height on an internal wall. Photos available. I'd prefer a fixed price for the whole job. Need to be done until Tuesday -30/09.

Repair damaged plasterboard wall

$300

Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

19th Sep 2026

I need a damaged plasterboard wall repaired after accidental impact. The wall has a significant crack and a section of plasterboard is broken/gapped. Looking for someone experienced in plasterboard repair to: Remove/secure damaged material Patch or replace the damaged section Apply joint tape/compound Sand smooth

Plastering, and bathroom fan put back in wall

$150

Fyansford VIC 3218, Australia

17th Sep 2026

I need this hole to be 300mm diameter to fit my bathroom fan into. The hole may need a bit of plasterwork as its been sanded back to far and is uneven.

Wall hole repair and colour match (plasterer)

$250

Armstrong Creek VIC 3217, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Urgently hoping to fix a hole my kids made in our spare room! Have had holes before but this is the biggest, don’t want it annoying me and want to get it fixed as soon as possible- if quote can include everything, along with paint colour match. Pics attached and fan in the picture for reference. Thanks!

Got it done same day and to such a high standard. Thank you and would definitely recommend!!!!!

Create awning above front gate

$600

Belmont VIC 3216, Australia

11th Sep 2026

My front entrance gate needs some tlc hoping to revamp it. The black posts on either side need replacing - hoping to replace with some tall posts and create an awning above (a single beam) across the top, to make the entrance more noticeable. Can paint my self, would need to measure and purchase materials, I would pay for this separately. Open to offers. Added a chat gpt image of a rough idea (I don’t want there to be new posts to the side, I want to replace the existing ones if that makes sense, chat gets confused)

Seeking fit Muscle tradie

$50

Newcomb VIC 3219, Australia

10th Sep 2026

Seeking mMuscle Daddy to help out with some light electrical

Install 270 degree awning on caravan/ camper

$150

Charlemont VIC 3217, Australia

8th Sep 2026

Want kings awning removed and new 270 bushwakker degree awning installed. Awning usually on 4x4 cars, need on teardrop camper. The rails and connections from kings awning are already there, should just be a matter of switching. I can help, just can’t physically do it myself…. Needs 2 people to hold up while connecting. Will need step ladder too. The caravan is I storage yard in Charlemont not far from city. Flexible on price.

Went above and beyond

Scrub the mould off my outdoor sauna

$200

Jan Juc VIC 3228, Australia

13th Jul 2026

My sauna has gotten mould on the inside I need it scrubbed I will provide vinegar I have a mask too Maximum 3 hours

Thankyou so much would hire you again

Need a renderer to fix a few minor cracks in front facade

$200

Bell Post Hill VIC 3215, Australia

1st Jul 2026

Need a renderer to fill cracks in front facade

Cetin was responsive, quick and did a great job

Electrician to wire in my sauna 6kw 25amp

$400

Breamlea VIC 3227, Australia

30th Jun 2026

Need a sauna hooked up at my house I’ve built it just can’t wire in the electrical. 6kw 25amp single phase and will need its own breaker. Need this done asap before the weekend.

Amazing work finished the job very fast and no problems.

Electrician to change switch and power point cover plates

$150

Geelong VIC, Australia

26th May 2026

I already have already purchased material (Clipsal iconic range) Need electrician to change over my switches and PowerPoint covers in my house. Approx 31 covers to change over. Specifically looking for someone qualified, reliable, friendly and trustworthy.

Excellent work and great communicator. Highly recommend

Electrician - Power Point Installation

$100

East Geelong VIC 3219, Australia

17th May 2026

I need a power point installed in one of my bedrooms

Erik was wonderful to deal with. Quick and easy!

Plastering to be completed asap

$300

Lovely Banks VIC, Australia

15th May 2026

Need plastering done in our kitchen asap before our kitchen gets installed Monday morning. Our usual plasterer has fallen through.

No complaints, Abdullah did an awesome job and was prompt with communication. Thanks heaps, would recommend:)