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Recent Handyman reviews in Balham

Great work - got everything we needed done - removed and installed curtain rods and installed blinds very quickly , thank you!

Install blinds and curtain rod + remove old curtain rod

£70

Luiz was prompt and professional. He was able to mend some fittings and also re thread blinds and instal new fittings. I am very pleased

Roman blind brackets into window frame

£100

Thank you so much for helping me fix my bed!

Repair my bed

£150

Thanks - efficient and effective

Kitchen Cabinet fix

£150

Very efficient, did job quickly, and was very professional

Master lock box installation

£30

Rapidly responded, arrived promptly, did a great professional job on our Roman Blind, responding to quite a complicated problem. Would strongly recommend Luiz!

Repair roman blind

£50

What's the average cost of a handyman in Balham

£50 - £103

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£50

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£70

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£103

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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 Balham

Put up curtains

£40

Balham, Greater London

21st Feb 2026

Mount ikea curtains to the ceiling. One of the curtain rails will need to be cut to size so will need a drill and a saw

Install 2 door thresholds

£80

Clapham Common, Greater London, SW4

6th Feb 2026

Point a ltd construction

Repair and repaint water‑damaged kitchen ceiling + check electrics

£300

Balham, Greater London

28th Jan 2026

Task description: I need a professional to repair and repaint a previously water‑damaged ceiling in my kitchen in a 2nd floor flat in Balham, London. The leak has been fixed for some time and the ceiling is now dry, but there are large brown/yellow stains and some uneven paint. Ceiling size: approx. 2.94 m x 1.71 m (about 5 m² / 9'8" x 5'7"). Scope of work (ceiling): Inspect the ceiling for any blown or loose plaster/board and make good as required (small repairs only – if you think it needs full re‑boarding, please flag and quote separately). Scrape/prepare any loose or flaking paint. Treat all water‑stained areas with a suitable stain‑blocking primer (e.g. Zinsser Cover Stain or similar) to stop stains bleeding through. Fill and sand as needed for a smooth finish. Apply 2 coats of white emulsion to the entire ceiling so the finish is even. Electrics to check: There is a ceiling track‑light fitting and a smoke/heat detector fixed to this ceiling. I would like a qualified electrician (can be you or someone you work with) to: Visually inspect the wiring/connection of the ceiling light fitting and any junction boxes above if accessible. Confirm there is no obvious damage or risk from the previous leak. Make any minor safe‑to‑use corrections if needed, or advise if more extensive electrical work is required (to be quoted separately). You should provide: All materials for making good, stain block, filler and ceiling paint (please specify brand and type in your offer). Dust sheets and full clean‑up after the job. Proof of public liability insurance. For the electrical part, proof of relevant electrical qualification/competence. Please include in your offer: Your estimated total price (labour + materials). How many visits you expect (e.g. due to drying times). When you can do the work (ideally within the next few weeks).

Gym/fitness kit repair

£120

Balham, Greater London

27th Jan 2026

I require my Concept2 Rower to have its chain realigned as well as my Assault Bike chain mechanism to be fixed.

Put up curtains

£50

Balham, Greater London

17th Jan 2026

IKEA curtains to be fixed to the wall. Ginstmott curtains with vidga curtain rails

Very punctual and professional

Putting up a large clock on a stud wall

£10

Balham, Greater London

17th Jan 2026

Large clock to safely attached to the wall

Hang cork board and install electric roller blind

£120

Balham, Greater London

16th Jan 2026

Cork board - attach fixings to board and fixings to wall. Hang board. Instructions and fixings supplied Battery powered electric Roller blind - install in window. Requires first installing two mounting blocks. Blind fixings and mounting blocks supplied. Tradesman to supply block fixings

Fix broken kitchen cabinet

£80

Clapham Common, Greater London, SW4

4th Jan 2026

A kitchen cabinet is broken in the flat we rent out (our tenants informed us). I haven’t seen it in person, but I have uploaded photos.

I need a velux blind installed in my bedroom

£40

Clapham Common, Greater London, SW4

6th Dec 2025

My landlady bought a velux blind for the skylight in my bedroom. She told me to install it myself but I've tried now (with a screwdriver, electric screwdriver etc.) and can't figure it out.

Gym equipment assembly x2

£100

Clapham Common, Greater London, SW4

24th Nov 2025

Leg curl/ extension machine and sissy squat machine to to be assembled. - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01KATKMQ5HX84QWPQP4ZTJHKZB

Third time using Max, reliable and easy to communicate with.

We need Gas Safe Engineer to fix a boiler in Balham

£100

Balham, Greater London

19th Nov 2025

Require experience Gas Safe engineer to fix a Logic Plus C30 Combi boiler not functioning is roughly six years old keeps losing pressure. Error messege says contact installer or engineer

Replace door latch mechanism

£50

Balham, Greater London

18th Nov 2025

Replace the latch and locking mechanism of this door

Pavel was incredibly efficient and professional

Fix my window shutter

£25

Clapham Common, Greater London, SW4

9th Nov 2025

Fix one of the window shutters in the spare bedroom in my flat as it has recently fallen down

Perfect work! Thank you

Replacing a shower door, fill & paint door, installing a socket

£180

Balham, Greater London

23rd Oct 2025

Replacing shower door Installing ring camera Fill & paint a cracked front door Re installing a socket box that is fallen off the wall

Drawer repair

£40

Poynders Parade, Greater London

20th Oct 2025

Bottom drawer in my chest of drawers has come off the tracks and I can no longer open and close it. I have tried fixing it myself but it keeps falling off, it may be that the tracks need replacing.

Did a good job on fixing my chest of drawers, thank you

Unclog kitchen sink

£50

Poynders Parade, Greater London

11th Oct 2025

My kitchen sink is clogged, I've tried drain cleaner and a plunger but hasn't worked. It's connected to my dishwasher so I can't use the dishwasher while it's clogged

He was extremely helpful with unclogging my sink, even it was a much bigger task than expected, professional and quick

Help fix railing on stairs or add a curved banister

£40

Poynders Parade, Greater London

10th Oct 2025

Need fix railing on stairs

Install gym equipment on a wall

£75

Balham, Greater London

9th Oct 2025

Install a ski erg onto my gym wall

Was super quick and easy. Thank you for your work. Thanks!

Shelves being strengthen/fixed. Minor wall fixings, hanging up mirror

£70

Clapham Common, Greater London, SW4

30th Sep 2025

Shelve fixing/ making stronger. Nail removing from wall and fixing. Hanging up heavy mirror

Really really quick and efficient! Very friendly and knowledgeable - would definitely recommend

Install security wall anchor for bike

£20

Balham, Greater London

9th Sep 2025

Need someone to install wall anchor to outside porch wall. Pictures attached for reference. Should only take 20-30 mins to install and clean up. Previous reviews show what drill bits were used: SDS 10mm drill bit to make the pilot hole and a 16mm for the main hole. Maybe bring variance to be safe on the day. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sterling-GA1-Ground-Anchor/dp/B001LQ53WW/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pl_foot_top?ie=UTF8&th=1

Punctual, arrived when he said he would, very easy to communicate with and did a good job. Thanks again!