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Recent Tradesman reviews in South Brisbane

Scott did a great job on installing flashing, and inspecting and clearing gutters.

Fix roof flashing on Queenslander verandah

$300

Bill did a good job adding a new PowerPoint for my garage door.

Install new power point

$150

On time, courteous, knows his trade. Will definitely have him back for additional work if needed..

1sqm of rendering

$100

Great prompt communication, professional, courteous and cares to complete tasks to professional finish. Would not hesitate to have him do more work for us in the future. Great experience Thank-you Fuat.

Plasterer to fix wall damage

$80

Tim was polite, efficient and explained things well. Was on time and is now providing a quote to us. Good communication. Thanks Tim.

Professional Gyprocker

$5

Great work

Fix multiple power points in home

$80

What's the average cost of a tradesman in South Brisbane

$160 - $500

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$160

median

$300

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$500

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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 South Brisbane

Install a 15a power point for spa

$150

MacGregor QLD 4109, Australia

19th Sep 2026

Need a 15a power socket installed in pool pump area (has lots of free sockets in area just not a 15a one) easy access.

Plasterboard carport ceiling

$2,000

Tarragindi QLD 4121, Australia

19th Sep 2026

40m2 carport ceiling needing plasterboard. It is external so 10mm WR plasterboard required. Level 4 finish required. Trusses are at 600mm centres so also need to batten out at 450mm centres with 24mm battens. There is an also a steel beam to be blocked out and plastered as a bulkhead. Job is ready to go now so can be a weekday job or weekend.

Resheeting + Plasterboard repairs to two openings

$10

Tarragindi QLD 4121, Australia

15th Sep 2026

I’m looking for an experienced plasterer to repair and finish two large openings after the removal of sliding door frames. Each opening is approximately 3.5 m wide × 2.6 m high. As shown in the attached photo, removal of the frames has left sections of plasterboard and ceiling exposed around the steel framing/beam. The work required includes: - repairing/reinstating plasterboard around both openings - repairing the ceiling areas where the sliding door frames were removed - patching exposed sections around the steel framing/beam - installing or replacing corner bead where required - setting, jointing and sanding - blending the repaired areas neatly into the existing walls and ceiling - leaving all surfaces smooth and ready for painting - supplying all necessary plastering materials - removing plastering debris on completion - resheeting and finishing approximately 22 m² of existing rendered walls - possibly forming a small plasterboard bulkhead over the ceiling gap if required to achieve a neat finish and conceal the uneven ceiling levels. Painting is not required. The listed budget is indicative only and is a starting point for discussion. I am familiar with current market pricing and the scope of work involved, so please review the photos carefully and provide a realistic fixed-price offer for the complete job. Location: Tarragindi, QLD 4121

Microcement and render job

$4,000

Cannon Hill QLD 4170, Australia

15th Sep 2026

Microcement bathroom - approx 25m2 Render and paint three rooms, approx total 80m2

Plasterer to fix sagging ceiling in Garage

$250

Drewvale QLD 4116, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Garage ceiling is sagging and there is no water ingress but seems to be just fixings have deterioted and need to be fixed.

Fit my awning onto my car

$100

Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Need someone to fit my awning onto my roofrack, that can come to my location

32A power point

$250

Brisbane QLD 4113, Australia

14th Sep 2026

31A power point for EV charging

Drywall repairs

$10

Mount Gravatt East QLD 4122, Australia

12th Sep 2026

Need patch of drywall replaced

Need a hole in drywall patched

$300

Heathwood QLD 4110, Australia

7th Sep 2026

I need this hole in my wall patched and painted to match. The hole is roughly 7cm across.

Ian was super efficient and the work was very well done. You wouldn't even know there was a hole in the wall!

Plastering wall

$300

Fairfield QLD 4103, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Hole at bottom of stairs. Flexible on price.

Very committed to the work, great service, flexible on arrangements. Definitely recommend :)

Plasterboard Wall/Hole Repairs URGENT TODAY

$200

Pallara QLD 4110, Australia

20th Aug 2026

Need someone to repair multiple holes/damage in two plasterboard walls ASAP TODAY. Read carefully and send your offers asap. Approximately 8 holes in total, including several larger holes as shown in photos. Need all holes properly patched, filled, sanded and painted so the walls are fully repaired and finished. Located in Pallara, Brisbane. You will need to supply and bring ALL materials, tools and equipment required for the repairs. Must be available TODAY. Please make an offer and confirm what time you can attend.

Ryan was great. Easy to communicate with and was punctual. Very polite and respectful. Attention to detail was also great.

Fix drywall hole in ceiling

$200

Cannon Hill QLD 4170, Australia

13th Aug 2026

380mm x 205mm hole in ceiling

Plastered a patch of dry wall. Great job, would highly recommend

Plastering

$250

Southeast Inner Brisbane QLD, Australia

27th Jul 2026

Hi I am looking for plastering to install new plasterboard ok ceiling I have the sheets ready including frames . My plasterer isn’t feeling I need to get the job done asap

Adam is brilliant. Nice person Highly recommended

Plastering!

$65

Carindale QLD 4152, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

I’m needing this plastering finished as soon as possible. I’ve had two handymen mates both start, but because they’re trying to work outside their full time jobs it’s just taking forever, and I really need it finished before Christmas lol. I’ve got most of the materials (not a mixer though!) Plaster tape, knives, trowels, gyprock, adhesive etc. what I don’t have is someone to finish this job 😂 I’m happy with an hourly rate (reflected in my offer price) but also fine if you’d like to do a set price for the job. Let’s discuss 🙂 I have the cornice piece to match and patch the missing cornice, too!

Spencer, Mark and Helen did an incredible job with the plastering work I needed doing. I’d had several others start the job and 5 weeks later it still wasn’t finished! So when at my wit’s end, I posted on Airtasker, found these legends, and they were here the very next day to finally finish this job for me! My only regret is I didn’t find them 5 weeks ago lol. Lovely family run business, will be using again for sure!

Replace 2 Bedside Lights & Repair 2 Loose Power points

$150

Woolloongabba QLD, Australia

7th Jun 2026

Looking for a licensed electrician to complete a few small repair jobs at my Airbnb property. Scope of works: 1. Replace 2 bedside wall lights * Existing bedside wall-mounted reading lights have failed/damaged and need replacing. * New replacement lights will be supplied * Remove old fittings and install new lights. * Test and ensure both are operating correctly. 2. Repair TV power point * Power point behind wall-mounted TV has come away from the wall and needs to be properly secured and made safe. * Ensure outlet is firmly mounted and compliant. 3. Repair kitchen splashback power point * Power point above kitchen bench/splashback has become loose and pulled away from the wall. * Re-secure and make good so it sits flush and safely against the splashback. Requirements: * Must be a licensed electrician. * Please include any call-out fees in your offer. Notes: * Photos attached showing all items requiring attention. * Looking for a neat, professional finish as this is a guest accommodation property. Please provide: * Your licence details * Estimated time required * Total fixed price (labour + any materials required for the power point repairs)

Jimmy was great to work with, will definitely use again

Plastering on ceiling and cornice repair.

$500

Mansfield QLD 4122, Australia

1st Jun 2026

Plastering cracks on ceiling, cornice replacement or repair. Cracks to repair on window joints.

Great guy. Awesome work.

Install a Kings Plus 170 awning

$80

Carina Heights QLD, Australia

28th May 2026

Hi, I’ve just bought a Kings Plus 170° awning and I need someone experienced who can install it properly and safely onto the roof bars of my Pajero Sport. A few photos to give you an idea.

Job completed fast and well!

Install Awning Above Outdoor Solar Battery

$60

Mansfield QLD, Australia

21st May 2026

Install the attached curved awning/canopy above my outdoor solar battery . The awning is already purchased — just needs mounting. Details: Battery is installed outdoors on the brick wall Awning dimensions: approx. 155 cm (W) × 81 cm (D) Wall is accessible with clear working space

Good Work. Installed it perfectly

Handyman - carpenter or plasterer

$300

Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Box out door and replace with gyprock wall. We don’t need a doorway and we are closing it permanently, see pics attached. Task is to supply and install timber and gyprock to form a wall flush with existing. Install skirting as per existing. Plaster as required.

Excellent work converting doorway in to a wall, highly recommended

Painting, plastering and gap filling of stair kick boards

$500

Eight Mile Plains QLD, Australia

21st Apr 2026

Involves sanding kick boards, plastering and gap filling the balustrades and stairs. Cleaning the drops of paint on the stairs. Roughly 15sqm of wall to paint as well. Paint will be supplied by me.

Hard working and eye for detail. Thanks Nick