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Recent Handyman tasks in East Lothian

I need 2 bike mounts installed

£100

North Berwick, East Lothian

4th Sep 2026

I have 2 bikeriser wall mounts to be installed in our garage

Window blind broken

£100

Gullane, East Lothian

22nd Aug 2026

Window blind broken & cant mend. Can you help

2 blinds put up.

£50

Haddington, East Lothian

17th Jun 2026

2 faux wooden blinds put up

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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 East Lothian

Electric Recliner chair repair

£100

Gullane, East Lothian

7th Jun 2026

Chair shorted out and is stuck in a fully reclined position. Power shows on remote and adapter, but zero movement.

Putting up blinds

£100

Tranent, East Lothian

20th May 2026

I need 7 blinds put up on pvc windows. Brand new in the box made to measure blinds

The string on my blind has broke

£25

Musselburgh, East Lothian

18th Apr 2026

It will pull up one side think the string has burst

Blind fixed

£50

Pinkie, East Lothian

30th Mar 2026

Cog broken blind wont pull up

Kitchen cupboard put on wall

£100

Cockenzie And Port Seton, East Lothian

27th Aug 2025

Looking to have a kitchen cupboard properly fitted to my utility room wall.

Cut my blinds

£20

Tranent, East Lothian

22nd Feb 2025

I have wooden blinds that are too big. I need 5mm cut of either side

New kitchen cupboard door hinge and fix skirting to kitchen cupboards

£30

Nungate, East Lothian

2nd Nov 2024

A corner cupboard with two doors - one side has come off it's hinges. Also the skirting board on one side of the built in kitchen has come off.

Repair window frame

£50

Morham, East Lothian

28th Oct 2024

I have two windows that are slightly rotten. I have chipped out approx. 1cm of this rotten wood. I need some to come in and fil in the gaps. I also want the two frames sanded for repainting and possible some caulking. I will do all painting so this is not part of the job.

Attic ladder and flooring

£600

North Berwick, East Lothian

19th Sep 2024

Attic ladder and some attic flooring

Put blinds up

£60

Haddington, East Lothian

16th Jun 2024

Hi, this task was previously to put a curtain pole up but we have managed that now. We would still like help putting 6 blinds up though. We're not quite sure how they will work with our windows, which open to the inside. Quote below is very much negotiable depending on how much time it takes.

Hang blinds

£5

Nungate, East Lothian

29th Mar 2024

Hang window blinds, Living room, 3 bedrooms, hallway

Gas bbq repair

£250

North Berwick, East Lothian

28th Jan 2024

Weber has bbq blew over during recent storms and the bbq now won’t fire up. - Due date: Flexible

Restring Roman blinds

£100

North Berwick, East Lothian

3rd Dec 2023

We have Roman blinds where the 2 centre strings have completely jammed and one of the end strings is sticky. Basically we need them re strung. - Due date: Flexible

Shower screen supplied and fitted

£80

Tranent, East Lothian

2nd Nov 2022

Hi I would like someone to supply and fit a glass over the bath shower screen - Due date: Flexible