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Recent Tradesman reviews in Melbourne

Fantastic work. Troy is quick and reasonably priced and his work is first rate. Highly recommended

Plasterer to patch and paint one wall

$150

Good bloke. Good work.

Hi, we need a side fence made of brick rendered and painted.

$400

Really happy with the work! Tyler as reliable and punctual and the job was done to a high standard. Definitely recommend!

Plastering and paint a crack inside wall

$250

Roy was very professional, his prices were reasonable and everything went smoothly, happy to recommend him

Some plastering to be done

$1,000

Excellent! Fixed the issue, went above and beyond and was very pleasant.

Electric awning repair - possibly needs a new motor

$500

Friendly, efficient, punctual, great!

Removal of a Dutch hood style shop awning

$180

What's the average cost of a tradesman in Melbourne

$150 - $470

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$150

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$470

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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 Install New Fridge Power Point + Safety Certificate (COES)

$250

St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

I need a fully qualified, licensed Electrician (Registered Electrical Contractor) to install a new power point in my kitchen specifically for my refrigerator. The job requires: Running the appropriate wiring and installing a new single or double power point. -Testing the connection to ensure it is completely safe and dedicated for a large appliance. - Providing an official Victorian Certificate of Electrical Safety (COES) upon completion of the work. Please only bid if you are a fully licensed REC in Victoria and can supply the legal safety certification on the day. Please quote your total price including materials, labor, and the certificate fee. Located in St Kilda.

Plasterer

$50

Armadale VIC 3143, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Need to patch and get ready to paint 4 areas of 1300x1300, 1800x1500, 600x700 & 950x850mm ceiling/wall areas

Install switch and extra power points

$200

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

I need the following electrical work completed: * Install a new switch next to an existing power point, where a switch was previously removed. * Replace 3 old-style slim double power points located in the skirting boards with modern double power points. * Install 3 new power points - one double power point approximately 2 metres from each of the 3 existing power points being replaced. The walls are concrete, so the new and replacement power points will need to be surface-mounted. Please provide a quote for the above work. Happy to pay for materials separately on completion if an estimate is provided.

Plasterer required patch and repair

$650

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

We are renovating an old garage and need some plastering done. Existing plaster wall needs patching in a few places (see photos) sanded and ready for painting. Some damage holes, some from the sparky. Damage has been cut out from the wall so we need board hung and troweled in. Size is 1040 x 610 A long strip has been removed of the ceiling to allow for new framing and we need that section replaced and troweled in for panting. Size is 4700 x 600. Is also like insulation put back in (supplied) There is also some patching needed on the ceiling, where a narrow support timber column was for a now removed mezzanine, and some holes also where the old light and fan were; this is on the photos. I can only add 5 photos, I’ve tried to add in the best ones

Plastering

$200

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

21st Jul 2026

removed built in robe which exposed a small area of concrete brick wall. needs screed, plaster and blending to existing wall. 2440x550 2440x950 paint and textured ceiling will be taken care of

New awning

$10

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

21st Jul 2026

Need a new awning, new fabric

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

Plastering of roof

$10

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

21st Jun 2026

I have to have an AC in ceiling replaced. The man hole isn’t big enough so need player cutting open then once AC has been replaced like exisiting manhole cover put back and re plastered ready for painting. Need it cut out to in front of the light to wardrobe. Then I’ll get AC replaced and need it all put back again.

He was brilliant. Totally recommend. Did an amazing job after we have an AC replaced.

Gyprock Plastering

$10

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

21st Jun 2026

Looking to get kitchen area and around doors etc ready for painting. Please see attached. Need it done by Wednesday.

Abdullagh has been top class to work with. Very punctual and professional. I would highly recommend and will have him back again for future work. Thanks again

Patch drywall up from cut out and paint

$125

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

19th Jun 2026

Patch up drywall rectangle cut out, screw holes and paint matching existing colours. The screws are temporary holding it in place with wood planks behind it, those screws need to be removed. 34cm x 50cm cut out Melbourne cbd

Amazing craftsmanship and very professional. Fixed up the cutout perfectly

Fix window latch, power point and cover hole

$300

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

18th Jun 2026

The latch on my window has broken off. I need some one to screw/glue it back on with new screws. I also have a power point that has come loose from the wall and need it to be re attached. However, there doesn’t seem to be any structure for the PowerPoint to go in aside from the plasterboard. Lastly, the fire alarm is not existent and I need the hole covered up. I’m looking for an all-in-one tradie that thinks they can do all three tasks. My location is right in front of the train station and can be a little bit hard for parking but I’m happy to pay for street parking and assist you carrying gear if necessary.

Fantastic job and very kind.

Plastering

$500

West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia

15th Jun 2026

hi there, i need someone to remove one side of the original plasterboard wall between 2 bedrooms so i can put in acoustic batts for soundproofing, then you have to replaster the wall. - ill need you to replaster with 2 layers of Gyprock CSR 13mm Soundchek™ Plasterboard RE from bunnings (i will reimburse you the cost of this) -repaint not required -you may need to come twice as the first time you come perhaps you can remove the wall so i can calculate how much acoustic batt is required, or can do it all at one time up to u (i will buy the acoustic batts) price is just random, pls provide me with your quote of removing and replastering wall ... wall is 3.5mx2.55m tall thx

choong was a pleasure to deal with, he was very responsive to messages and did a really good job. I'm very happy with the new wall! I would highly recommend him!

Plasterer to plaster small wall area above a Laundry sink

$400

Carlton VIC, Australia

9th Jun 2026

Put Plaster board onto timber battons (1000mmx800mm area)

Ka was fantastic, arrived promptly and did a great job plastering my laundry wall. Worked efficiently and neatly. Recommend

Hang a mirror and a painting into plasterboard

$100

Collingwood VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

We need a mirror and a painting hung onto the walls in the bedroom. Both walls are plasterboard.

Fantastic eye for detail. Prompt and super friendly. We will be using again. Thank you!

Fix an outlet loose from drywall

$100

Richmond VIC, Australia

4th Jun 2026

The outlet is loose from the drywall and needs to be fixed again and sealed and sand and patch around the outlet. Other outlets need frame replacement and dimmer channel, they broke just wear and tare.

Yongchao was very punctual very kind and hard worker he did all the tasks very fast and very good!!! I highly recommend him :)