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Recent Handyman reviews in Kensington

Leo is a skilled worker. Did a great job on the schedule date. He repaired my window very well. He is polite and easy to talk to. Thank you Leo.

Window repair

£100

Very polite and professional young man. Very handy and has got all instruments.

Hang curtain rods, move some of the furniture

£100

Really helpful and hard working!

Fit cabinet knobs, fit interior door knobs & locks

£120

Bob was punctual, had great communication and got the job done

Fix roller blind which is stuck on closed

£100

Great service from Munir. He is friendly & knows what he’s doing. Got the job done quickly. Thanks!

Re-string venetian blind

£25

What's the average cost of a handyman in Kensington

£80 - £173

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£80

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£100

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£173

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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 Kensington

Looking for an experienced handyman/fixer for several tasks

£200

Kensington, Greater London, W8

30th Sep 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman/fixer for several small jobs: Check/repair bedroom lights Repair peeling/damaged cabinet door Fix washing machine door seal/leak Repair non-working electrical socket Adjust/repair cleaning cupboard doors/hinges Refit and secure fridge plinth/kickboard Repair/adjust terrace door so it closes and locks properly Repaint/refinish terrace door

Led sign connector replaced, slit awning fixed with a tape

£100

Holland Park, Greater London

28th Sep 2026

change of connector on led sign , fix of slit awning ( taping)

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

Fix wires, drill a hole , cut and put down underlay for a new rug

£100

Kensington, Greater London, W8

22nd Sep 2026

1. Attach some loose wires to a wall 2. Drill a hole in the back of a drawer for cable entry/ management 3. Cut and put down a thick underlay for a rug

Replace strings on a small roman blind

£25

Kensington, Greater London, W8

8th Sep 2026

replace strings on the roman blind

Very helpful. From Mongolia and very efficient .

Repair strings on a small roman blind

£25

Kensington, Greater London, W8

8th Sep 2026

strings on a small broken blind are broken, need new strings fitting, I am here most days and have to move out soon so need repaired quickly. Dr KL Morton

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.

Painting a small wall and fixing hinges on doors

£150

Kensington, Greater London, W8

6th Sep 2026

paint a narrow wall, fix some broken hingeas on cabinet and a drawer handle

Install Ring Doorbell masonry wall plus mirror hung plaster wall

£40

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

6th Sep 2026

1) Install Ring Doorbell on external masonry wall 2) install mirror on plaster wall

I need 6 internal doors replaced

£1,000

Kensal Town, Greater London

1st Sep 2026

I need 6 internal doors replaced with solid wood doors, brass handles and locks. You will need to measure/size up and then bring the doors from the shop yourself. I cannot send pics/measure so please consider this before offering. I need a genuine self starter who can manage this task from start to finish. You will also need to clear up and take away the replaced doors which are light wood. Obviously I will pay for the doors separately to the cost of doing the work.

Roman blind repair

£150

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

25th Aug 2026

Several of my roman blinds are not working because some of the strings are broken. Can anyone fix onsite? Can send images. Standard sash window size.

Wonderful service. Thank you!!

Treadmill repair

£200

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

14th Aug 2026

My treadmill shows the E03 error message and I've tried everything I can to fix it, but nothing's working.

Repair a fabric blind

£75

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

4th Aug 2026

Fabric blind is sticking when I try to wind it up.

Fix Trampoline

£50

Holland Park, Greater London

18th Jul 2026

I have a trampoline flat packed and need someone (preferably 2 people) to build it using the instructions provided.

Glenn was wonderful from the moment he first offered to help to the moment he completed the task! Super efficient and careful, although the trampoline was a tricky one, Glenn still dedicated effort and time into sorting it out all on his own. Thank you Glenn!

Repair broken lift cord on wooden Venetian blind

£50

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

11th Jul 2026

The lift cord on one of my wooden Venetian blinds has snapped and needs replacing. Please bring your own ladder and tools.

Roman Blind Repairs to Strings

£100

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

30th Jun 2026

A roman blind with an old cord pull mechanism needs repairing, the metal hook in photo one looks like it has come out of the heading so it nolonger draws up properly at one side as not pulling on all of the strings. The second roman blind shown from the front just needs re-adjusting some how as the pleats are not hanging straight.

A Metal Garden Shed 8.5x6.5 FT, with Floor Base to assembly

£100

Holland Park, Greater London

12th Jun 2026

A Galvanised Steel outdoor Storage

Ahmed is a nice guy , did complete the work although late but will check it tomorrow morning He is a handy guy

Installation of 2 chandeliers

£300

Holland Park, Greater London

11th Jun 2026

I need to install 2 chandeliers.

Hang mirror and floating shelf above fireplace

£40

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

3rd Jun 2026

Reposting this: I’m looking for an experienced tasker to hang two items for me. One is an aluminium wall mirror which is 88cm diameter and 8.78kg. It has a single keyhole bracket on the back, which needs a screw and wall plug (please provide these). The second item is a floating wood shelf, 110cm long x 15cm deep x 5cm thick. The shelf comes with all fixings included and fitting instructions. Both are going into a brick wall. Looking for someone who can come between 4-7 June ideally. Thank you 🙏🏽

Assemble and install one IKEA kitchen drawer

£40

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

28th May 2026

Assemble nee ikea kitchen drawer and replace on tracks

Prompt,, communicative and a good job

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Kensington

Gaggia coffee machine maintenance

£75

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

27th Nov 2025

There is steam coming out of my Gaggia classic coffee machine. I suspect the steam valve is blocked. The machine may need to more maintenance too. I would appreciate someone with experience for this type of problem.

Assistance Required for Home Maintenance and Repairs

£40

Kensington, Greater London, W8

10th May 2024

We urgently need a skilled handyman or contractor to address urgent issues in one of our properties. Key concerns include an unpleasant odor of unknown origin in the storage room bathroom and visible water marks on the ceiling, indicating a potential leak from an upstairs bathroom. Immediate inspection and repair are required to resolve these issues promptly. Inspection and Repair (URGENT): ** Investigate and fix the source of the bad smell in the storage room bathroom. ** Inspect and repair the potential water leak indicated by ceiling water marks. Installation and Upgrades (Start from next week or this Sunday). ** Install a new sink and tap in the downstairs bathroom. ** Fit a new bathroom cabinet in the same area. ** Bathroom Renovations: ** Paint the bathroom walls downstairs. ** Replace two shower heads and re-silicone the showers. ** Re-grout the bathroom floor tiles. Requirements: ** Professional with experience in plumbing, painting, and general home repairs. ** Available to start work immediately, as we would like the water leak issues addressed by tomorrow. Additional Information: Please bring your tools and supplies necessary for the inspection and initial repairs. Further materials for the installations and renovations will be discussed post-inspection. SEND OFFER FOR THE INSPECTION.