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Recent Tradesman reviews in North East Melbourne

Efficient, on time and a very nice chap! Thankyou so much Michael

Plastering job

$200

Amazing service and super speedy! Definitely will work with him again if needed! Recommend !!!!

Plastering for wall

$100

Very efficient and knowledgeable. Thanks Justin!

Two TV wall mounted & 2x power points installed

$450

Jordan was professional and quick. He was polite and his work was precise and clean. Would definitely hire again.

Plastering

$500

Great job done will use again

Plastering for Renovation

$1,500

Reliable showed up when said he would. Kept me informed of time etc. finished the job quickly

Plastering - small job

$111

What's the average cost of a tradesman in North East Melbourne

$150 - $450

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$150

median

$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 North East Melbourne

Power point works intermittently.

$120

Lalor VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

This power point does not work sometimes. Would like to get it working. The house has a new switchboard with RCB's.

TV media wall with shelves will require framing and plastering

$2,000

Mill Park VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

Construction of a tv media wall plastered with shelves for lounge room will need framing and plastering unless there any other suggestions l will supply the electrician lights tv and fireplace. experienced carpenter and plasterer required.

Require 15amp outlet for sauna

$200

Diamond Creek VIC, Australia

22nd May 2026

Need standard outlet changed to 15amp for a sauna this week.

Hanging my mirror (200cm x 100cm, 21kg) on plasterboard wall

$50

Mill Park VIC, Australia

22nd May 2026

Just bought a large mirror (200cm x 100cm, 21kg) and needing it to be hung onto plasterboard wall

Amazing professional work

1x1m plastering on ceiling due to small crack

$100

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

22nd May 2026

1x1m plastering on ceiling from small crack

Plastering quote

$10

Bundoora VIC, Australia

21st May 2026

Good morning, Looking for someone local to Bundoora to give me a quote for a few plastering jobs around my house. 2x door frames Enclose my wardrobe.

Plastering

$300

Eden Park VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

I need someone to help me hang 3 sheets 3.4m on ceiling in a bathroom.

Licensed electrician – reinstate power points + quote additional works

$150

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

19th May 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician to help reinstate two existing wall power points that appear to have been removed/covered during installation of a built-in wardrobe by a previous owner. The wall openings are already there and wiring appears to still be present behind the plaster (see photos). We’d like the existing points assessed and reinstalled/finished properly so they are safe and functional. Scope includes: • Assess existing wiring behind wall openings • Supply and install required fittings/plates if needed • Reinstate and make safe operational power points • Ensure work is completed to Australian standards and provide any required compliance documentation Photos attached for reference. While onsite, we’d also appreciate discussing some possible additional room improvements in another area and receiving advice/pricing options separately if suitable. This would be outside the scope of this task and handled independently.

Efficient, great communicator, reliable and did the job we wanted with certification.

Install 2 new power points

$400

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

8th May 2026

Seeking an electrician to install 2 additional power points in my bedroom, one on each side of the room.

Excellent to work with. Great communication and did a fantastic job

Installation of infared sauna

$300

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

7th May 2026

Need professional installation of an infared sauna in my clinic. Must have some experience with this as its for professional use. Instal into clinic room

Very good to communicate with Got the job done efficiently and quickly Would recommend

Fix a whole in the wall (plastering)

$100

Epping VIC, Australia

5th May 2026

Small hole in the wall that needs to be patched

Phenomenal work, on time and did a good job

Repair Drywall Crack

$100

Preston VIC, Australia

5th May 2026

Patch sand and paint (I have the paint)

Very friendly and hard working

Rendering

$150

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

4th Apr 2026

I need my brick letter box rendered in monument Grey

Farshad was great. On time and did a great job.

Need plasterer for couple patch ups materials provided

$400

Mernda VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

There are few holes in ceiling that need covering up and just one hole on wall that needs patching up ready for paint will only need Battons or timbers 4hrs 400

Very good and very quick very professional will definitely recommend

Reaffix external awning mechanisms on 2/3 windows

$200

Heidelberg Heights VIC 3081, Australia

26th Mar 2026

Metal fastening of external awnings loosened from brick wall

Job completed efficiently, thank you, very polite and helpful

Install a power point in the cupboard

$10

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Power point to be installed in cupboard to power a screen. Cupboard area is close to roof where l the cabling lies. Nothing fancy needed just done right. This weekend or early next week ok. Thanks!

Great job! Knows his stuff. Recommended

Plasterer

$300

Bundoora VIC, Australia

16th Mar 2026

I need a plasterer to come in and fix a ceiling issue in my garage . The problem is the ceiling in one part has come off tye fixing and fallen on it the garage door which is rubbing on the door each time it’s opening and closing . I will need to work with the plasterer and the garage door installer/service tech to have the door dropped , before the plasterer gets on site to fix . Once plaster is fixed I will refit the door

Exceptional work . Thank you

Sand Back and Render Brick Wall

$650

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

16th Mar 2026

Need to sand back excess mortar on a Brick Wall before applying Render Coating to make it look like rest of the house.

Awesome work, was not an easy job but did great work

Plasterer / Handyman Needed – Install & Patch Plaster Sheets (Preston)

$350

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

5th Mar 2026

Any plasterers available tomorow for a day? Looking for a plasterer or experienced handyman who knows how to install small plaster sheets and patch walls. Location: Preston Job details: • Install a few small plaster sheets • Patch and stop up joints • Apply at least one base coat • Materials will be supplied on site Ideally looking for someone today if possible.

Rajat is a top quality plasterer highly recommended with great skills

To build a diy sauna , assembly required (outdoor)

$400

Ivanhoe East, Victoria

3rd Mar 2026

Need assembly to diy sauna, more details in this link https://steamsaunas.com.au/collections/outdoor-saunas/products/single-bench-modern-box

Very good 👍 n efficient