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Recent Tradesman reviews in Canberra
Chad was super quick on the job and got it done within a few days. The wall that was repaired looks like new. Highly recommend having a chat and seeing how Chad can help you!
Replastering an Apartment Wall
$300
on time did what was expected
Gyprock and plaster
$800
Timely, professional and did an excellent job. No complaints, highly recommend.
Plaster to fix drywall hole in garage of home
$150
Fantastic service from Andrew. Great communication, quick to get the job done, very happy.
2 outside light fittings & an exterior power point replaced
$300
Good communication, prompt service and professional job done. A good result and will use again if any small electrical job pops up!
Check and replace double power point in laundry.
$50
Hao is very professional and he did a very thorough and clean job. Also very friendly with professional attitude. I strongly recommend him,
Fixing the ceiling’s Gyprock
$5
What's the average cost of a tradesman in Canberra
$140 - $379
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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
Put sauna together
$95
Lawson ACT 2617, Australia
16th May 2026
Sauna requires putting together, I can no longer help with this due to medical condition. My partner and I normally put together. Recently moved, the sauna is in the shed, in place ready to be put together. It’s quite easy to put together, it clicks into place with clips. The only awkward part is the last panel with door and frame to connect. Should take around 20 mins max. Would require at least 2 people. Photos attached - what it currently looks like verses what it looks like when together Located Kaleen - it won’t let me fix address
Plastering hole
$100
Monash ACT, Australia
11th May 2026
Need a hole fixed in the wall
Plastering and painting minor repair to wall
$200
Wanniassa ACT, Australia
11th May 2026
I have a minor plaster and paint job for a repair of a wall.
Minor plastering works to fix the holes in the ceiling
$200
Weston ACT, Australia
11th May 2026
Minor plastering patchwork to fix holes in the ceiling. One in the bathroom and few other spots after removing the downlights (photos attached.
Request quote for render
$3,000
Coombs ACT, Australia
10th May 2026
I am requesting a quote for render for the front of my house.
Repair Hole and Cracks in Internal Plasterboard Wall
$150
Taylor ACT, Australia
10th May 2026
Need an experienced handyman/plasterer to repair a damaged internal wall/plasterboard section. Damage includes: One hole in the wall approximately small-to-medium size Cracks extending from the hole Looking for someone to: Patch and repair the plasterboard/drywall Fill and sand the cracks smoothly Paint the wall Wall is indoors and easily accessible. Please bring your own tools and materials. Would prefer someone with experience in plasterboard/drywall repairs and a clean finish. Photos attached for reference.
Really Good work and patient guy. Will definitely recommend him
Repair external cement rendering and paint
$500
Casey ACT, Australia
6th May 2026
Remove and replace cement rendering on external wall. Areas are 1 metre by 20 cms and a patch 30cms by 10 cms. Preparation and painting of approximately 4 square metres of rendered walls including superficial cracks. Coulored paint supplied by owners.
Need to fix crack gyprock
$100
Swinger Hill ACT, Australia
6th May 2026
Need to fix crack in gyprock. Frame is stable no damage in it.
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.
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!





