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"Ahmad arrived quickly to complete a plaster of the bathroom vanity wall. Great service and he was polite and a good.chat..."
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"Brendan’s communication was great, got the job done quick and efficiently. Very friendly bloke :))"
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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
What's the average cost of a tradesman in Melbourne
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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
Cut a planter box wall . Wall is rendered brick
$300
Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
12th Aug 2026
Cut a rendered retaining wall Minimise dust Consider noise and dust due to apartment complex Job is on balcony Wall is 120 x 40 cm approx
Paint a patch on drywall
$50
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
12th Aug 2026
Have to match paint and do a patch on drywall
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
Plasterboard Ceiling Repair (50cm x 300cm) & Painting (45sqm + Cornice
$4,100
Armadale VIC 3143, Australia
12th Aug 2026
, I am looking for a qualified trade or professional handyman service to repair and paint a ceiling in a residential room measuring 5m x 9m located in Armadale. The job requires both plastering and painting skills, ideally completed by the same contractor to streamline the process. Scope of Work: 1. Plaster Repair: Supply and install a new section of plasterboard measuring 50cm x 300cm (1.5m²) in the ceiling.and possibly the adjoining cornice section This includes backing support, joint taping, mudding (3 coats/Level 4 finish), sealing/priming, and sanding flat. 2. Site Protection: The room will not be empty. You will need to group furniture in the centre, wrap/protect it with plastic sheets, and lay heavy-duty floor protection to manage plaster dust and paint drips. 3. Painting: Fully repaint the entire 5m x 9m ceiling (45m²) plus the surrounding cornices (approx. 28 linear metres). o Specs: Spot-prime the new plaster patch, followed by two (2) full topcoats of premium flat white ceiling paint across the whole ceiling and cornices. Additional Details: • Ceiling Height: Standard 2.45m • Access: Indoors, straightforward access. pictures of the replacement area (water damage) and overall ceiling
Plastering and patching paint over 5 small holes in a wall
$50
Windsor VIC 3181, Australia
12th Aug 2026
Patching up and painting over small holes in a white wall because of using nails
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.
Plasterer to fix holes in ceiling
$120
Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
12th Aug 2026
To fix up holes in ceiling where oyster lights have been
Add additional power point & tv antenna wall port
$300
South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
10th Aug 2026
Must be a qualified electrician. 1. Add 1x additional power point inside apartment. Double pole ref pic 2. Add 1x additional tv antennae wall port inside apartment. Single pole only NB: There are existing power points and TV antennae wall ports close to where I need additional ones within the apartment
Plastering
$250
Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia
10th Aug 2026
Ceiling board replacement x 2. 1. 300x300 in bedroom 2. 200x200 in bathroom Reinforce large cornices in lounge room , hallway. Approx 4m in length each; peeling away as house moved a little in last 10 years. 2-3 other smaller cracks to be filled, smoothed
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
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








