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Recent Tradesman reviews in North East Melbourne

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Emergency: Power points not functional upstairs

$100

Matthew did an awesome job repairing various holes in our wall and ceiling both inside and out in a very professional and creative way doubling as carpenter and plasterer. I’d very highly recommend him. Martin

Filling hole in wall, plastering holes in bedroom

$450

Marco was great. Awesome communication, showed up early, worked incredibly efficiently and got the job done better than I could ask

Drywall holes need patched and painted

$300

Kevin was timely and did a great job. I’d definitely recommend him and will use his services again if needed

Installation of 6kw Sauna Heater

$250

Luke did a fabulous job today, putting up several power points inside my house as well as a few lights and switches. A very respectable, polite, cool headed person who knows his work too well and knew exactly what to do. I’m surely going to need his services again in the future. I highly recommend him; you won’t be disappointed. He deserves two thumbs up.

Power point

$300

Great work, very thorough, on time and left the site very clean. Highly recommend Jordan.

Plasterer needed this week

$500

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

$150 - $453

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$150

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$250

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$453

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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

Looking for plasterers who need work

$10

Wallan VIC, Australia

11th Apr 2026

After some experienced plasterers only for on going works must have own tools abn and vehicle

Plasterer required for small hole

$120

Preston VIC, Australia

10th Apr 2026

Small hole in garage ceiling requires patching. Must be patched and sanded and left ready for painting. If the job could be completed Monday afternoon that would be great.

Rendering Fence

$500

Bundoora VIC 3083, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Rendering repair on the fence

Plastering

$300

Beveridge VIC, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Repair of join in of plaster sheets in 2xbathrooms Plastering of 1xfireplace

2 electrical power points installed

$10

Thomastown VIC, Australia

9th Apr 2026

I need 2 PowerPoints installed in a bedroom that’s on the second level of a brick veneer townhouse. As you can see, original power points are not in the right location to: Bedside and Dresser.

Salish was great to deal with

Repair hole in plasterboard wall

$400

Mill Park VIC 3082, Australia

7th Apr 2026

Task Title: Repair hole in plasterboard wall (gyprock) Description: I have a large hole in an internal plasterboard (gyprock) wall that needs repair. The hole is roughly circular/oval in shape and approximately 30–40 cm wide. The damaged section goes through the wall and will need proper patching, not just surface filling. Looking for someone experienced who can: • Cut and prepare the damaged area neatly • Install backing support if needed • Patch the hole with plasterboard • Apply filler, sand smoothly, and finish ready for painting (or include painting if possible) The wall is located near the floor (as shown in the photo), and access is easy. Requirements: • Must have your own tools and materials • Experience with drywall/plaster repairs • Clean and professional finish expected

Great work repairing the wall. The finish is smooth and looks as good as new. Arrived on time, worked efficiently, and cleaned up everything after the job. Highly recommend!

Rendering

$150

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

4th Apr 2026

I need my brick letter box rendered in monument Grey

Carpentry and plastering - inner wall, ceiling for garage conversion

$5,500

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Garage 5.3m x 3.6m made of single brick with some double brick pillars requires an inner wall of wood frame and plasterboard. Also a ceiling is required, including new battens to be attached to beams (beams are spaced 0.8 m apart so too far apart for plaster to be attached without battens) Garage door to be replaced with a sliding door (I purchase this). Any gaps around this filled with wood or wall. Also needed is a 2.3 section of internal single-sided plaster wall separating garage from the adjacent shed/studio. Photos have wood airing against walls and boxes - these will be moved by me asap.

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

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

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

Looking for plasterer for a day

$10

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

24th Feb 2026

I’m looking for a plasterer for a day to do some patching and sanding works for my project in Reservoir.

Every efficient, good communication, happy to work again. Would highly recommend.

Qualified plasterer to repair collapsed ceiling

$10

Bundoora VIC 3083, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

Garage ceiling has collapsed due to water damage. Timber beams in the ceiling may also be soft. Garage door cannot open fully. Screws not enough to raise ceiling. Will require plasterer to repair ceiling.

Very honest and understanding

Plastering

$120

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

11th Feb 2026

I need some plaster repaired. Approximately 500 X 420. There are 2 small holes and 1 area where the plaster is ripped.

Very efficient and professional. Highly recommended.

Plasterer to fix wall and ceiling

$300

Heidelberg VIC 3084, Australia

7th Feb 2026

Need a plasterer to patch up hole cut in the wall and ceiling. Ceiling hole is about 1Mx1M and wall about 700mm x 1200mm. Job is in Heidelberg

Mingchun did excellent job and was extremely tidy. I would recommend and use him again

Power point installed to kitchen counter

$150

Mernda VIC, Australia

23rd Jan 2026

I need a power point installed to the side of my timber kitchen counter. There is already a power point for the dishwasher underneath the kitchen counter.

Bao did a great job. He was on time, knew his work well. Excellent worker and very professional. Recommended highly.

Fix concrete patches, remove concrete from render, paint concrete

$1,600

South Morang, Victoria

17th Jan 2026

Need to fix the low patches and low edges of new concrete, remove concrete stains on the exterior render skirting, patch up/paint the exterior renser skirting, and the. seal+paint 40 m2 of new and old concrete. I can share photos through chat or call.

Didar and Mehdi were very professional and punctual. Great communication and prompt replies. I would hire them again and recommend them to others as well. The concrete and render painting looks great.

Change power point location in laundry

$200

Mernda VIC, Australia

16th Jan 2026

I am looking for an electrician to change the power point on the wall in laundry and add a new one as well. So there will be two power points. One under the bench-top for the washing machine and the other on the splash-back.

Very reliable and professional. Highly recommended.