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Recent Handyman reviews in Central London

Very efficient, helpful and great work!

I need maximum 10 picture frames fixed to walls

£75

Great communication and work!

Put up a simple roller blind

£20

Great communication and fixed my blinds very quickly - thank you!

Blind putting up

£25

Ola was able to complete the garden shed well and kindly answered all my questions before I settled on his offer

Build garden shed

£35

Siamak was very reliable and he undertook a quality work

Fixing cracks, plaster in the living room in Islington

£175

Definitely recommend. Efficiently and professional done.

Need garden shed fully assembled

£250

What's the average cost of a handyman in Central London

£65 - £150

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£65

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£100

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£150

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Average reviews for Handyman Services in Central London

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Recent General Maintenance reviews in Central London

It's been great dealing Anthony, very professional, punctual and explained next steps very clearly.

Boiler check up / maintenance

£60

Vasil responded quickly, arrived on time, had all the required tools and assessed my situation well and in a timely manner.

Geze door closer TS4000 maintenance

£65

Liam is punctual, communicates well, checks that he understands the requirements and gets it done efficiently. He and his crew really went out of their way to help

Painting and other maintenance

£1,000

Really good work, went above and beyond.

Cabinet Hinges repair and maintenance

£100

I cannot recommend Rob enough! He went over and above in helping me- punctual, excellent communication, work was flawless! I will be 100% using him again and thoroughly look forward to working with him again!

Furniture building, furniture removal & general house maintenance

£150

Great communication throughout, arrived on time and got the job done while updating me on various little issues he found along the way.

Boiler maintenance and fix Nest

£160

What's the average cost of a general maintenance contractor in Central London

£80 - £200

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£80

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£130

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£200

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What do handyman services include?

Not everyone has the skills, tools, or time to tackle home maintenance and repairs, which is why handyman services are readily available to book on Airtasker. Save yourself the trouble of pulling a DIY by connecting with a reliable handyman near you. 

Here are some tasks you can request from your Tasker:

General handyman services

Most handymen are all-rounders, ready to take on a bit of everything around the house. When you hire one, you can sort out multiple issues in one fell swoop, from yanking up carpets and hanging doors to swapping out light bulbs.

Indoor installations and repairs

Struggling to install recently purchased homewares? Or perhaps you can’t replace your damaged appliances just yet? Handymen could easily smooth out these minor bumps. They are equipped to assist with tasks like putting up blinds and curtain rods, installing kitchen sinks and pet doors, and even wallpapering.  If you need a home security system installed, you can also book a Tasker to set this up for you.

Outdoor installations and repairs

Your outdoor area goes through the wringer, enduring everything from heavy rains to the mess left behind after playtime. To keep your backyard in tip-top shape, have outdoor items expertly installed or repaired. Seek out a handyman near you who can assist in tasks like putting up your garden shed or clothesline, mending windows, fixing your mower, and fitting outdoor blinds.

Bricklaying and building work

Handyman services can also cover basic home construction, such as bricklaying and building work. If you need a seasoned builder to help you put up garden walls, repair loose brickwork, install MDF, or construct a chicken coop, count on Taskers to handle them for you. For maintenance, you can also book separate services for gardening work or brick cleaning.

Wall hanging

If you need to free up space in the living room or garage, get a handyman to mount your TV or bicycle on the wall. Instead of pulling a DIY, working with a tradesperson for your wall hanging needs ensures your furnishings are level and fitted securely. Taskers can hang picture frames, mirrors, or heavier electrical items like dryers. Having trouble with your electrical wiring? Have it fixed beforehand by booking another service on Airtasker.

Furniture repair

Before having your broken furniture repaired, specify the type of furniture to make sure you get a Tasker whose skills align with your demands. For instance, get a Tasker with carpentry experience to repair your wooden coffee table, wardrobe, or sofa bed. If the issue is electrical work, such as fixing ceiling fans or digital fitness equipment, ensure your handyman is experienced in this area.

Home maintenance

When you have access to home maintenance services near you, it’s easier preserve your place’s top-notch condition. You can count on your local handyman to help with cleaning the gutters, pressure-washing driveways and paths, resealing windows and doors, and sorting out minor roof repairs. Avoid letting small issues turn into expensive problems with regular home maintenance.

Recent Handyman tasks in Central London

Assemble Wayfair chest of drawers

£40

Brondesbury Park, Greater London, NW10

24th Oct 2026

Looking for someone to assemble a flat-pack chest of drawers from Wayfair. The furniture is already purchased—just need someone experienced to put it together properly, including fitting and aligning the drawers and securing it to the wall if required. Please bring your own tools. Let me know your availability and your price for the full job.

Need just 1 bracket for curtain rod mouted back on wall.

£30

Battersea, Greater London, SW11

24th Oct 2026

1 bracket has come away from the wall and need it fixed back to a good area on the wall

Handyman / Carpenter Needed – Internal Door Not Closing Properly

£80

Holloway, Greater London

24th Oct 2026

I'm looking for someone to fix an internal door that's catching on the frame and won't close properly. I'm not sure whether it needs the hinges adjusting or some material removing from the door itself. It has an MDF facing, so I'm conscious that planing or sanding it down might damage the finish. Looking for someone with carpentry experience who can identify the problem and make the necessary adjustments, leaving a neat finish. Based in N7, Islington. Happy to send photos in advance for a quote. Hopefully a fairly straightforward job but I don't have the tools necessary.

Install wall shelf, solid (brick?) wall

£50

Hampstead, Greater London, NW3

24th Oct 2026

Need help hanging up a shelf onto solid, maybe brick or stone, wall. Don’t have the right wall fixings, so would need those brought as well. The shelf is installed using four screws, one in each corner.

Great and quick work!

Replace toilet seat and lid

£50

Bermondsey, Greater London, SE1

24th Oct 2026

I am looking for someone who knows how to change a toilet seat and cover and replace the hinges.

painter/decorator or plasterer forwall repair and repaint.

£800

Peckham, Greater London, SE15

24th Oct 2026

Looking for a reliable painter/decorator or plasterer for small wall repairs and repainting in a flat in Peckham (SE15). Scope of Work: Hallway & Bathroom: Repair areas of damage and cracks (filling/skimming as needed), sanding, priming where required, and applying [1 or 2] coats of paint. Bathroom specific: Anti-mould paint required for bathroom surfaces. General: Minor paint touch-ups across a few other small areas in the apartment. Quote Request: Please provide a fixed quote including labor, standard materials (filler, anti-mould paint, primer), and making good. State your earliest available start date and estimated timeframe to complete.

Install wayfair 60cm Aluminium LED Flush Mounted Sconce

£75

Staples Corner, Greater London

24th Oct 2026

Installation of 60cm Aluminium LED Flush Mounted Sconce on the wall. Here is the installation guide: https://assets.wfcdn.com/dm/document/755b6664-21d5-4c04-b089-5710aa1be748/HGKT1036%20Owner%20Manual.pdf

Remove and Replace Toilet Seat

£30

Tooting Bec, Greater London, SW17

24th Oct 2026

**Task: Remove and Replace Toilet Seat** I’m looking for someone to remove my broken toilet seat and install a new one. **What’s needed:** * Remove the existing broken toilet seat. * Fit the replacement toilet seat securely. * Ensure everything is properly aligned and working. I’ll provide the new toilet seat. Please bring any tools needed for the job. Looking for someone reliable who can complete this quickly. Thanks!

Great job! On time and efficient

Handyman required for Monday 19th Oct

£45

Barnsbury, Greater London, N1

18th Oct 2026

Handyman required to fix a small glass bathroom shelf. Fix a sayayo lock on bedroom door and change the barrel on a lock. I have the 4 key yale lock. About an hour? Only respond if you can start at 10am as there's no flexibility with this please.

Excellent work! I'll definitely be using Matt again.

Install door handles on living room door

£170

Tooting Graveney, Greater London

12th Oct 2026

I've got a living room door (I'm guessing it's made of plywood as it's very light) that's never had a door handle on it, and it's driving me mad. I'd like you to install a double sided door handle and latch (doesn't need a lock on it). If you can find a door handle that's silver, that would be great as the other handles in my flat are silver too

Ibukun did a great job installing a double-sided door handle and latch onto my living room door. Really clean professional job that he did, will definitely be using him again for future tasks!

General repairs and painting around the house

£150

Tavern Quay, Greater London

10th Oct 2026

Moving out of flat repairs: 1. Repairing holes made by command strips - replaster + paint 2. Remove hanging nails and fill in holes 3. Touch up paint for marks around the home 4. Assess if anything can be done to minimise eroded wood (see picture) 6. Put blind back up

Jason is so great! He took care of all the problems in our home making it ready for move-out. He was wonderful company too and lovely to chat to!

Need a handyman

£100

Kennington, Greater London

7th Oct 2026

Need a handyman for the following - install curtain rails in bedroom and living room - to trim door in bedroom (wood filler needed) - install door handles on 5 doors - install blind in bedroom - install mirror onto corridor wall

Really nice guy, flexible with timing and happy with the work thank you so much !

Install a Dormakaba door closer today, 1 October

£80

Kennington, Greater London

1st Oct 2026

£80 fixed budget Please only offer if you can complete the job for this amount. Looking for someone experienced to install and adjust a Dormakaba door closer today, Thursday 1 October, in Stockwell, SW9. Door closer supplied. Please bring your own tools and confirm what time you can come 🌈

Great work! Punctual, quick and efficient. He called ahead, fitted the door closer properly and everything went smoothly. Professional and reliable. Highly recommend!

Toilet seat needs removing- nuts have seized to not bottom fixing

£40

Dalston, Greater London, E8

1st Oct 2026

Broken toilet seat needs removing. The metal bottom fixing nuts have rusted yo The bolts and need cutting to remove

Ali, was very efficient and turned up right on time

Install self adhesive vinyl to a round shower plate

£200

Kensington, Greater London, W8

22nd Sep 2026

I have a round shower plate ruined by chemicals. (see attached picture). I need to have self adhesive vinyl fitted on top (I have that vinyl, as per second picture). The shower controls (lever in the centre) cannot be removed however, so the vinyl needs to be cut around those controls.

on time, effective and tidy - would recommend

Re hang fallen blinds.

£40

Hornsey Vale, Greater London

20th Sep 2026

Our blinds fell off the wall and they need to be rehung

Showed up was wonderfully professional and quick and did a great job!

Put up 6 shelves, mount a mirror and fix a small tv unit to the wall

£50

Tulse Hill, Greater London

13th Sep 2026

My brother needs to have 6 shelves from IKEA put up in his front room. A large mirror also needs to go up and I need a tv cabinet secured to the wall. However to drill the holes, a hammer drill is needed. Pics of the items are attached to this task so you can see what needs to be done.

Helped my brother put up the shelves and mounted the tv cabinet on the wall

Fit a screw-fixed stairgate

£80

Kensington, Greater London, W8

6th Sep 2026

Fit a screw-fixed stairgate. The gate is: Babydan Extending Wooden Wall Fit Safety Gate https://www.johnlewis.com/babydan-extending-wooden-wall-fit-safety-gate-fsc-certified-beechwood/p110221562 One side is the wall, and the other side will use an adaptor mounted on two spindles. The adaptor is: Fred Safety Universal Stair Post Fitting Kit (wooden, need to cut short) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CG9YCN2S Picture of the stairs opening is attached. We have another task which can be evaluated/done at extra: a Crosswater shower door DQSSC12X8+ is not installed properly and cannot close tight. I'm available on Mondays and Fridays, and maybe certain weekends. One parking available at the venue. Thanks.

Excellent job done! Very helpful.

Coat Hanger installation

£70

West Norwood, Greater London, SE27

3rd Sep 2026

I need this Coat Hanger installed properly and for good. It needs to hold some heavy coats. As you can see from the pictures I am a novice and after many failed attempts I hope someone with the right tools and experience can help.

Great Work, had the right tools and equipment as promised a got the job done fast.

Handyman to screw in screws for 2 shelves into a hard wall

£50

South Lambeth, Greater London, SW8

31st Aug 2026

handyman to screw in screws for 2 shelves in a HARD wall. I do not have the screws so please make sure they are provided, need 4 screws.

Sam was great! Needed a job done fast and he came within 30 minutes! He did the job professionally and I am loving the results! Would definitely recommend to anyone on this site! Thanks, Sam! Great work!!

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Central London

Maintenance in N1 house

£1,000

Islington, Greater London, N1

21st Oct 2026

Urgent (safety and hygiene) Hob doesn't ignite (gas engineer) Living room: dead socket behind the TV, and the loose socket surround by the window (electrician) Treat the mould and damp staining low on the bedroom wall behind the bed Check the airing cupboard for leaks (rust streaks below the valves) Make good the hole above the boiler flue Test the CO alarm and confirm the gas safety certificate is in date Electrician Repair the dead socket behind the TV Master bedroom: fix the light that doesn't work (try a new bulb first) 1st bedroom: replace the dim light with brighter bulbs, same colour temperature throughout Replace the blown E14 candle bulb on the landing Clean or replace the grubby switch plates and sockets Handyman Kitchen: tighten the wobbly cupboard door Kitchen: re-edge or replace the cabinet door with peeling edging Kitchen: reattach the fridge door shelf and the freezer door handle Kitchen: refit the plinth under the sink and replace the scotia Kitchen: repair the damaged floor Re-silicone behind the kitchen sink, around the bath, and around the shower mixer plate Bathroom: fix the broken sink cabinet and refit the loose fitting by the bath taps WC: refix the broken boxing panels behind the toilet WC: repair the split door frame around the latch 2nd bedroom: fit a door stop Airing cupboard: clear the loose boards and battens, refit the shelves, re-lag the pipes Living room: tidy the loose cables with clips or trunking Fit the new blinds (1st bedroom, WC, and the kitchen if replaced) Decorator Wash and repaint the kitchen walls, all bedroom walls, the hallway and the stairs Bedrooms: fill and sand the patches and scrub off the black scuffs before painting Living room: repair the peeling wall and make good around the socket and aerial plate Sand and repaint the banisters and handrail Repaint the flaking window frames and sills (bathroom and bedroom) Repair the cosmetic damage next to the fridge

Maintenance issues

£200

Walworth, Greater London

20th Oct 2026

Fix new bath panel onto bath Bathroom ceiling is peeling. Remove peeling paint and apply appropriate paint. Kitchen sink is leaking underneath the basin. Find the cause of the leak and fix it. Kitchen sink tap needs to be changed. The sealant around the basin needs to be reapplied.

Maintenance Handyman - Full-Time Subcontracting

£10

Greater London, England, United Kingdom

14th Oct 2026

I am looking for a full time maintenance handyman. Experienced with all sorts of jobs. Tidy, communicative, responding. With a working car/van. Fixed Monthly Pay. Plus extra bonuses depending on jobs. Also compensation for fuel. London Area.

Handyman Required – Small Maintenance Jobs (W1G)

£120

Marylebone, Greater London

13th Oct 2026

We are looking for a reliable and experienced handyman to carry out a few small maintenance jobs at our clinic on Harley Street, London W1G. The jobs include: Hanging two pictures on the walls, ensuring they are secure and level. Removing an existing window blind and installing a new one (replacement blind already supplied). Removing a stuck kettle plug from an electrical socket. The plug appears to be physically stuck. This will need to be assessed and safely removed by someone appropriately qualified to undertake electrical work. Ideally, we would like all jobs completed during one visit. Please bring your own tools and any necessary fixings. When responding, please confirm your availability, experience and whether you are qualified to undertake the electrical work. Thank you!

Did an amazing job - was really helpful. Thanks again!

Maintenance jobs around a gym

£180

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

23rd Sep 2026

1.8 x 1.2m Whiteboard installed in a gym studio: Installing on a plywood wall so correct Rawle Plugs will be required. Fixing a broken Toilet Seat: The toilet seat is intact. The Screws have just come loose. Realigning the studio fans that are out of place: Photos of nuts and bolts on the fans attached. We have a stepladder that can be used.

Very professional work!

General home maintenance: see below

£35

Stepney, Greater London, E1

21st Sep 2026

Fix creaking / squeaky bed Fix 2x bedroom blind drawstring Put up 3x small floating bookshelves

Small Property Maintenance Job – Painter / Handyman & Electrical

£50

Homerton, Greater London, E9

17th Sep 2026

Green Street Cleaning & Property Maintenance is looking for a reliable and experienced person to complete a few maintenance jobs at a communal residential property. Work required: Paint a communal/front entrance door Touch up a section of wall Change/replace a communal light or light fitting, depending on what is required The property is currently being maintained by Green Street on behalf of the landlord. Looking for someone who: Has experience with painting and general property maintenance Works neatly and professionally Can provide their own basic tools/materials Is reliable and punctual For the electrical work, has the appropriate qualifications/competence and insurance for the work required Please include your availability, experience and your price/quote when applying. Photos of the areas and further details can be provided before the job is agreed.

Multi-Trader Required – Ongoing Property Maintenance

£10

Greater London, England, United Kingdom

15th Sep 2026

Multi-Trader Required – Ongoing Property Maintenance Experienced all-round multi-trader required for various repair and maintenance jobs across residential properties. Work includes painting, decorating, plumbing, carpentry, flooring, tiling, doors, locks, kitchens, bathrooms and general repairs/making good. Must be reliable, professional, able to work independently, have your own tools, own vehicle and a full driving licence. Ongoing work available for the right person. Please message with your experience, availability, location, vehicle details and day/hourly rate.

Maintenance work at Hostel

£100

Bethnal Green, Greater London, E2

4th Sep 2026

Instal shower caddies Fix toilet seat Fix hot water dispenser (clogged with limescale) Leaking pipe Shower handle Stabilize coat rack

Handy man and maintenance full day

£190

Greater London, England, United Kingdom

4th Sep 2026

basic plumbing, basic electrics, painting, assembling, checks, etc...

Maintenance work in bathroom

£100

Clapton Park, Greater London, E5

24th Aug 2026

Grouting on two rows of tiles + fix new bath panel and tighten all waste pipe fittings.

1. Rebuild a bedframe 2. Put up a coat rack 3. Maintain sash windows

£250

West Norwood, Greater London, SE27

16th Aug 2026

1. Take apart and properly rebuild a bed frame 2. Put q coat rack on back of wooden door 3. Maintain 9 sash windows (cleaning, lubricating (we have lubricant) and in limited places where paint is flakey, sanding and repainting

Tree maintenance

£150

Pentonville, Greater London

9th Aug 2026

Tree in garden needs maintenance Type of gardening: Hedge trimming, Garden cleanup, Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No

Incredible job!!! Couldn’t have been better

Treadmill maintenance and repair

£100

Lower Clapton, Greater London

31st Jul 2026

Treadmill may have been damaged by collapsing ceiling. Needs to be checkrd out so that it is safe to use.

Dishwasher Maintenance

£75

Battersea, Greater London, SW11

14th Jul 2026

My Siemens iq300 dishwasher no longer turns on. I have replaced the fuse in the plug and left it unpowered to reset but it seems to be dead. Would like someone to take a look before I get rid of it and order a replacement.

House maintenance, hanging of pictures and small clock.

£20

Homerton, Greater London, E9

18th Jun 2026

Hang x2 picture Hang x1 clock

5 stars! Very lovely guy

Maintenance person

£20

Spitalfields, Greater London

3rd Jun 2026

Maintenance person required Should know basics of: Electrical Plumbing General diy £20 per hour All around east London

Curtain maintenance

£50

Belgravia, Greater London

2nd Jun 2026

Curtain fell off the pelmet; requires repair

Very efficient and helpful

Maintenance Sink

£60

Shoreditch, Greater London, EC2A

11th May 2026

Quite a simple job, as I was cleaning the kitchen sink, the plughole dosen't seem to attach to the drain anymore, I think it's just because the filaments got used in time. And as we're doing this I was thinking to might as well do a cleaning of the sink unit. There is a hardware store 2 mins from my building in case we need replacements.

Literally the best experience, good price, good communication, was very fast and efficient. Very good. Would gladly book him again!

Bbq ignition repair and calor gas heater maintenance

£100

Sewardstonebury, Essex

9th May 2026

Weber bbq ignition repair Calor gas heater service and or repair and replacement gas bottle.