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Recent Tradesman reviews in Canberra

Shane was very professional and punctual. I would hire him again anyday

Plasterer

$150

Such a nice person. Brilliant work ethic and an excellent job. Thank you very much!

Change two power point face plates

$100

Very happy with the result, Hrvoje did a thorough and neat job wall mounting our TV and moving the outlets. Would easily book again.

Wall mount TV, move power points

$450

Absolutely amazing service. Highly recommend Ronald if you are looking for an electrician. Very skilled and knowledgeable. 100/100. Thanks so much Ronald.

Electrician for outside power point

$130

Hrovje was polite and efficient and cleaned up after the job was done. Would highly recommend.

Power socket coming loose from wall (plasterboard)

$200

Chad was very helpful and prompt - clearly he is interested in return clients because he provided so much additional help and advice above the original job. All round nice guy and trustworthy.

Plastering

$400

What's the average cost of a tradesman in Canberra

$150 - $400

low

$150

median

$250

high

$400

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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

Plastering fix ups

$200

Bonython, Australian Capital Territory, AUS

20th Feb 2026

There are a few patch up jobs- A few on glossy cupboard doors and a few on walls. Pictures included Paint/plastering 1. Small dent/hole in wall 2. X2 cupboard doors 3. Door small hole 4. Door handle went through wall (round hole) 5. Look at scratches on a sliding door when here - would pay additional.

Plasterer

$10

Banks ACT, Australia

15th Feb 2026

Need a plasterer/handyman to fix up the ceiling. Cornice removed and will be square set tiles instead. Just around the edges - unless the customer requires more work.

2 awnings with pulley systems re- corded and wound onto crank

$200

Spence ACT, Australia

13th Feb 2026

2 awnings with pulley system need cord replaced and crank lubricated. Fabric and pivot arms functional.

Replace my garage plasterboard ceiling

$1,000

Conder ACT 2906, Australia

10th Feb 2026

Repair if possible, but likely replace, sagging plasterboard ceiling and trim of my garage. Approx 34m2.

Electrical work: replace 5 light fittings, check power points

$300

Canberra CBD ACT 2601, Australia

10th Feb 2026

I have 5 light fittings to be installed on existing outlets including removal of existing fixtures (new lights have been purchased) and need to check a few finicky light switches and power points. Will also seek quote for other works to be discussed.

Fix a tangled cord on an outside awning. Approx 6m above ground.

$200

Phillip ACT, Australia

10th Feb 2026

Due to strong wind, the cord on one of the awnings got tangled on the roller. Need someone with a ladder. The awning covers bedroom window on the first floor. The roller is approx 6 m off the ground. accessible from courtyard. Paved. May need to replace the cord. The image is of a similar awning, not the actual one.

Plastering

$6,000

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

9th Feb 2026

Sheets been installed this week, need plastering crew to set four walls at 5.2 m high

Install awning to camper trailer

$500

Wright ACT, Australia

8th Feb 2026

Installation of a Darche awning to a Patriot X1 Camper Trailer.

Steve was friendly, extremely helpful and got the job done in a reasonable time! Would work with Steve again any day

External canvas awnings, stitching coming undone.

$300

Macquarie ACT, Australia

6th Feb 2026

stitching coming undone along bar between struts on various awnings.

Replace torn canvas awnings.

$500

Richardson ACT, Australia

6th Feb 2026

Canvas awnings, 1 @ 1000mm and 1 @ 1900mm. Replace with new canvas.

Need a Professional Builder/ Plasterer

$10

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

5th Feb 2026

need someone to explain a job that might need to be done for me thanks

Highly recommended, professional, prompted and eye to details, great human being also.

Plasterer setting and sanding

$45

Yarralumla ACT, Australia

5th Feb 2026

Various plastering sanding setting new build 2 to 3 days work. $45 per hour 7/8 hours days.

Handyman/plasterer/painter

$100

Taylor ACT 2913, Australia

4th Feb 2026

Wall repair Hole in internal wall approx 35cm x 28–30cm. Need patching and plastering. Painting optional. Looking for handyman/plasterer.

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.

Patch and paint 750x750 hole in gyprock ceiling

$250

Kingston ACT 2604, Australia

20th Nov 2025

Cut out damaged ceiling plasterboard and replace with new plasterboard. Paint to match existing ceiling colour as close as possible.

Amazing communication and great workmanship! Highly recommed. Thankyou Andrew!

Plastering and sanding two wall holes

$150

Gungahlin ACT, 澳大利亚

30th Sep 2025

Plastering and sanding two wall holes - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01K6CX836BD4NYE72HCZ1SYWEM

Excellent job! Thank you

Help our tradie onsite for half a day

$350

Red Hill ACT, Australia

13th Sep 2025

Our experienced awning installer needs help for half a day as his colleague is on leave. May lead to other work in future. It MUST be this Tuesday 16/9 morning start 930am. You will need to. - Help unpack a van with small awnings and blinds. - Hold ladders for the fitter to be up high. - Be on a small 3-5 step ladder to help him hold up the other end of the awnings. - Help clean up afterwards. Experience with Awning/Blind installation or being a handyman would be preferred, but not essential. We can provide tools if this is needed.

Good to work with and reliable

Even some plasterboard on my bathroom ceiling

$200

Higgins ACT, Australia

5th Sep 2025

I have an uneven area on my bathroom ceiling where I scraped back the paint and repainted it. I need someone to come and make it completely even. Painting is not required - just the plasterwork. It is a small area approximately 50cm by 50cm.

Andrew did a great job evening out some damage to my bathroom ceiling. I would recommend him for plastering work.

Install Niche in gyprock wall

$400

Monash ACT, Australia

27th Aug 2025

One sided niche install size ~900mm wide, ~300mm high Looking for someone to cut out, install extra timber, gyprock if required etc. I’m happy to do the finishing painting so you don’t need any repeat site visits Thankyou Joseph :)

Hao is an incredible tradesman. He has done amazing work for us twice now.. and counting 😊