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Recent Tradesman reviews in Melbourne
ZHENG was very responsive and on time. Will definitely like to work with him. Thanks mate.
Plasterer
$5
Good bloke. Good work.
Hi, we need a side fence made of brick rendered and painted.
$400
A wonderful and friendly person! So helpful, hung up a piece of history on my wall! Looks fantastic will come back! Thank you 🙏
Hang framed artwork on plasterboard wall
$30
Roy was very professional, his prices were reasonable and everything went smoothly, happy to recommend him
Some plastering to be done
$1,000
Was good. But couldn't help solve the issue.
Repair Becker awning that is not working.
$120
Friendly, efficient, punctual, great!
Removal of a Dutch hood style shop awning
$180
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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 Melbourne
Electrician / Handyman Needed – Power Point + Ring Camera Installation
$180
Melbourne VIC 3121, Australia
18th Aug 2026
Looking for a reliable electrician/handyman to complete two small jobs at a business premises in Richmond: 1. Fix a wall power point/socket that is currently not working. 2. Install 2 x Ring security cameras (plug-ins, no wiring required) onto concrete walls. Cameras are already purchased and ready to install. Please bring the appropriate tools/drill and fixings required for mounting into concrete.
Plasterboard repair handyman
$200
Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
18th Aug 2026
I have four small areas of damage/previous DIY repair on internal painted walls that I'd like properly finished so they blend into the surrounding wall. The areas are approximately: 1 x 7–9 cm previously patched hole — patch is solid but was finished poorly and is uneven/raised 1 x 4–5 cm previously patched hole — also needs the existing repair smoothed/refinished 2 x approximately 2 cm areas where adhesive pulled off the paint/surface layer of the wall Looking for someone experienced with small plaster/plasterboard repairs and painting to: Correct/sand back the existing DIY patches as required Fill/skim and feather the repaired areas so they are flush with the surrounding wall Repair the two small adhesive-damaged areas Sand smooth Prime where necessary Touch up/paint the repaired areas so they blend with the existing wall and surface texture as closely as possible The larger holes are already closed/filled, so there are currently no large open holes, although I'm happy for the existing patching to be redone if necessary for a better finish. Photos of all four areas attached. Ideally looking for someone who regularly does small plaster repair + painting jobs and can leave the repairs neat and unobtrusive.
Install 2 outdoor power points-GPO & change a IP65 fluorescent batten
$300
St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
17th Aug 2026
I need installed 2 double Clipsal Weathershield single outdoor power point (GPO), there is one already installed nearby, 2 meters away, so you may be able to source power from there. and Relocate a Pierlite BWP/T236EL IP65 is a legacy 1200mm (4-foot) twin-tube IP65 weatherproof fluorescent batten.
Recess power point and TV antenna port
$150
St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
17th Aug 2026
Electrician to recess power point and coaxial cable port into plaster wall for frame tv mounting down the track.
Plastering
$250
Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
16th Aug 2026
Repair all visible wall/ceiling plaster cracks in one small bedroom, including opening/taping where required, filling, sanding and leaving surfaces ready for painting. Please inspect whether cracks require mesh/tape rather than simply filling over them.
Electrician to relocate power point ~50–100mm
$100
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
16th Aug 2026
We need a licensed electrician to relocate an existing double power point approximately 50–100mm sideways. We recently had timber wall panels installed and unfortunately the opening cut into the panels does not line up with the existing power point (see attached photo). The job should involve: * Disconnecting and relocating the existing power point approx. 50–100mm to line up with the opening in the timber panels * Cutting/adjusting the plasterboard behind the panels as required * Reinstalling and securing the existing power point * Reconnecting and testing everything to ensure it is safe and compliant The wall is plasterboard and access is already exposed as shown in the photo. Please bring any mounting bracket / electrical materials required. Licensed electrician only please.
Quick and efficient, got the job done
Fix sheared window locking peg / pin (Kin Long awning window)
$100
South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
15th Aug 2026
Hi! One of the locking pegs (mushroom pins) on my awning window frame has sheared off. Details: Hardware Brand: Kin Long window system (aluminum frame). The Issue: The pin snapped off, leaving the rivet/fastener base stuck in the track. What's Needed: Drill out/remove the broken fastener shaft and supply/install a replacement peg/pin to match the existing one (photos attached). Parts: I do NOT have replacement parts. Tasker must supply the replacement pin/screw/rivet. I have attached photos of the intact pin for reference, the broken base, and the overall window setup.
Plasterboard finishing
$500
Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
14th Aug 2026
Looking for an experienced plasterer to do a professional skim coat, fill gaps, and give smooth finish on newly installed gyprock." "Job is ready now, flexible with timing.
Excellent commission . Great work
Recess power point and TV antenna port
$150
St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
14th Aug 2026
Electrician to recess power point and coaxial cable port into plaster wall for frame tv mounting down the track.
Handyman for end-of-lease wall touch-ups + power point cover
$150
South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
12th Aug 2026
We’re moving out of our South Yarra apartment and want to get it inspection-ready to secure our bond back. Looking for a general handyman to come give the place a once-over and patch up minor marks and damage before our final inspection. What we need: • Walk through the apartment and touch up scuffs, marks and small dents on walls and ceilings (paint colour matching where needed) • Fill and patch a few small gouges/chips (wall corner, architrave, wall dents) • Supply and fit a cover plate for a double power point that’s missing its faceplate • If possible, repair a small chip in a floor tile — happy for you to take a look, but not a dealbreaker if it can’t be done Please bring your own filler, paint/touch-up supplies and a standard power point cover. If you need us to confirm the paint colour or socket brand beforehand, just message us. Melbourne / South Yarra. Flexible on timing except for Monday as the cleaners will be there — let us know your availability and quote. Thanks!
Colin is a true handyman and professional. Was great working with him
Render or Tile this area.
$500
Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
12th Aug 2026
Had a new vanity installed and require either a render or tiling completed. Jist getting ideas on both options.
Ahmad arrived quickly to complete a plaster of the bathroom vanity wall. Great service and he was polite and a good.chat.
Power Point for Hot Water System
$150
Alphington VIC 3078, Australia
10th Aug 2026
Looking for a licensed electrician to complete the electrical work required for a new heat-pump hot-water system being installed ( new double power point) Hot water system: Midea RSJ-23/300RDN7-L2 280L heat-pump hot-water system with electric element. Job details: • New Midea unit will replace the existing Aquamax gas hot-water system shown in the photos. • A suitable weatherproof outdoor Double power point/electrical connection is required for the new Midea unit. • There is already an external power point supplying the ducted heating approximately 2–3 metres away. • Good access underneath the house via the subfloor. • Photo of the existing switchboard is attached. • Electrician to determine whether an existing circuit can safely and compliantly be used/extended, or whether a new dedicated circuit/RCBO is required for this particular Midea unit. Please quote your best ALL-INCLUSIVE price for everything electrically required to have the Midea ready for connection, including labour, weatherproof power point, cabling, circuit/RCBO if required, materials and electrical compliance/safety certificate. Please base your offer on the information and photos provided and advise in your offer exactly what is included. Must be completed by a licensed electrician and fully compliant. Thankyou 😊👍
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent service from Brendan. He arrived on time, was friendly and professional, and did a great job installing our new outdoor power point for the hot water system. Everything was explained clearly, the work was neat and tidy, and the electrical safety certificate was provided straight away. Very happy with the service and would definitely recommend Brendan. Thanks again! 👍
Build Sauna
$150
Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
31st Jul 2026
Build Alpine 1 person Sauna. It's a clip lock together and say 1-2 hours on instructions https://alpinespas.com.au/saunas/infrared/oslo-1-2-person-indoor-infrared-sauna-gen2
Fast and excellent service would highly recommend
Repair a few holes in plasterboard
$120
Flemington VIC 3031, Australia
23rd Jul 2026
I need some help with a few small jobs: • Repair the plaster where I removed a bathroom mirror. • Apply silicone to seal the gap between the vanity splashback tiles and the wall, where the mirror once covered • Repair a hole in the plaster caused by the front door handle. Please note that I do not require painting - just plaster board repair.
Excellent, quick service. Great result
Plastering repair after kitchen demolition
$600
Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
Looking for an experienced plasterer to repair walls following removal of an existing kitchen. Approximately 6 m² of plaster repairs are required. Some sections will need new plasterboard patches, with the remainder requiring flushing, taping, setting and sanding. Please note: There are additional plumbing and electrical works still to be completed, including relocating some plumbing services and installing additional electrical points. The plastering should either be scheduled after these works are complete or coordinated so any remaining access requirements are accommodated. Ideally Thursday 30th to Saturday 1st. Final finish should be smooth and ready for new kitchen installation. No painting is required. Please include all materials and labour in your quote.
Highly recommend, great communication and work!!!
Install a shaving cabinet on a plasterboard wall in bathroom
$150
St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
20th Jul 2026
I have a 900mm wide shaving cabinet i need affixed to a plasterboard wall. There may be services to avoid (plumbing and wiring) as it's in a bathroom. I can help if need be FYI - still need to sand and patch the wall as ripped a flat mirror off.
Lovely guy…got the job done without fuss. Would definitely rehire again.
Plasterboard replacement & repair cracks
$1,000
Armadale VIC 3143, Australia
1st Jul 2026
Replace ceiling with new plasterboard in bathroom & laundry rooms. Need to remove and replace light fittings to complete job. Repair & fill cracks in walls in laundry. Repair 3x cracked walls & cornices in lounge room. Price to include all materials, equipment and rubbish removal. Must clean and tidy up areas once complete.
Brendan is amazing!! Highly highly recommend! Great communication, on time and did an excellent job. Went above and beyond with what I needed completing, doing even more work than what was required. He is a lovely man and really easily to chat to. Big thanks Brendan!
Plastering
$400
Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia
29th Jun 2026
I need two walls plastered. One has a thin steel floating shelf and the other has an extractor fan.
Brendan did an amazing job. He was efficient, punctual and had great attention to detail. Very happy, would definitely book again
Wall needs re-plastering
$20
Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
25th Jun 2026
The wall needs plastering filling with acrylic sealer and Patching and repainting I can supply materials or you can.
Did a great job would highly recommend
Cupboard wall water damage repair
$75
West Melbourne, Victoria
24th Jun 2026
Noticed water damage at bottom half of cupboard, not sure how best to fix whether it can be resealed or the damage cut out
Task completed as described and efficiently thank you








