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Recent Handyman reviews in Lothian Edinburgh

Prompt offer, good communication. Turned up as agreed. Did the work with no fuss which is what we all want.

Fit 3x blinds to bay window. 2x 60cm w 1x 105cm w, all 180 drop.

£100

Josh was amazing. Punctual, knowledgeable and very professional. He mounted a large tv on the wall, hung two heavy and large mirrors, shelves, artwork etc.. All done properly and very efficiently. He is also a nice guy. Highly recommend him.

Tv installation, artwork installation

£250

We are so grateful to Josh for his fantastic work - very professional and completed to the highest standard. Thank you!

Fit two blinds

£150

Did a fantastic job. Great communicator and quality of finish! Thank you very much for helping us out :-)

Rehang a door and install cat flap

£150

Paul was very friendly and helpful in fixing my shower, he knew what to look for and how to get it sorted!

Fix shower holder

£60

Efficient and professional. Would recommend.

Install one small roller blind. Would need own tools

£30

What's the average cost of a handyman in Lothian Edinburgh

£60 - £165

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£60

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£125

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£165

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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 Lothian Edinburgh

Fix new blinds

£20

Gilmerton, City of Edinburgh

29th Sep 2026

I need new blinds to be fixed in my house. The blinds need to be bought too

Hang curtains

£60

Leith, City of Edinburgh

27th Sep 2026

X2 sets of curtains to be hung

Hang curtains

£70

Leith, City of Edinburgh

27th Sep 2026

I have curtains to hang x2 sets

Rewire floor lamp, socket, wire, plug and a small table lamp too.

£50

Gorgie, City of Edinburgh

23rd Sep 2026

Rewire tall plain modern floor lamp (pole stand), socket, plug, wire and a small table lamp too.

Assemble and install two 6 lamp chandeliers in my living room

£300

Drylaw, City of Edinburgh

21st Sep 2026

Hi I need an electrician who can assemble and fit two 6 light chandeliers in my living room

Install 6 shelves with brackets on the wall

£90

Oxgangs, City of Edinburgh

21st Sep 2026

Install 6 shelves with brackets on the wall. I have the shelves and the brackets, but I don't have the screws

Put up two blinds and cut them to size

£30

Bonnington, City of Edinburgh

17th Sep 2026

I've got two roller blinds for my living room and I have a bad back just needing them cut to size and fitted please

Repair small part of hearth that has cracked

£50

Abbeyhill, City of Edinburgh

8th Sep 2026

The hearth has cracked on the corner so I need it to be filled with concrete

Get integrated door installed for ikea slim dishwasher

£10

South Gyle, City of Edinburgh

6th Sep 2026

I recently bought a integrated IKEA FINPUTSAD dishwasher for which I am not able to fit the door on it. Dishwasher is installed, it is just the wooden door of the kitchen that I need help with to get setup on the dishawasher gate

Wall repair

£250

Churchhill, City of Edinburgh

3rd Sep 2026

The wall behind a toilet was damaged during plumbing work. A new plasterboard needs to be put in place to repair the damage. Also, painting is required only on the repaired portion not the entire wall.

Daniel was highly efficient, he was available to start the job immediately and he completed it to a high standard and maintained prompt communication throughout. Will gladly use his services in the future.

Help install blinds above stairs

£150

South Leith, City of Edinburgh

30th Aug 2026

Help clean windows, install electric blinds and curtain track on area above stairs.

Soundproofing

£450

Abbeyhill, City of Edinburgh

23rd Aug 2026

I have a small utility/service cupboard housing an MVHR (mechanical ventilation with heat recovery) unit with two fans. The cupboard shares a wall with a bedroom, and fan/motor noise is transmitting through. I'd like to line the section of internal wall level with the unit (not the full wall — the lower part contains electrical meters/consumer unit that must remain accessible and clear). Approx. 12cm depth available for a build-up.

Assemble & hang cabinets. Build 4 shelves. Drill bathroom things

£300

New Town, City of Edinburgh

21st Aug 2026

Assemble and hang 2 kitchen cabinets. Build and hang 4 kitchen shelves. Drill bathroom shelves, racks, loo roll holder and mirror The price doesn’t not include purchase of any material. I will pay for them separately.

I need someone with a ladder to fix a blind

£50

West End, City of Edinburgh

18th Aug 2026

We have a blind that isn't rolling down, and we need a ladder to get to the top of the blind to fix this. Our office or building management don't have a ladder we can use.

Daniel was excellent, really friendly and was able to fix all of our odd jobs! Highly recommend.

Trampoline repair

£150

The Gyle, City of Edinburgh

16th Aug 2026

Trampoline needs new net and frame

Maintenance of domestic burglar alarm

£100

Prestonfield, City of Edinburgh

13th Aug 2026

Checking alarm system replace sensor batteries

Curtain Pole and Blinds installation

£60

South Leith, City of Edinburgh

12th Aug 2026

I’ve got two (IKEA) curtain poles to be installed in my living room and two roller blinds to be installed in my bedrooms. Would need to bring own ladder

Mechanism has broken for my Roman Blind and strings need redone

£60

Cramond, City of Edinburgh

4th Aug 2026

Pulling mechanism is broken and chain fell off. The blind will also require re stringing

Repair table lamp

£15

Drumbrae, City of Edinburgh

31st Jul 2026

Table lamp has broken due to a bulb which did not exceed its wattage of 40w. It broke 2 of my table lamps meaning that I know it must have been the bulb which broke the fuse

Looking for someone to repair a Roman blind and also a roller blind

£50

The Gyle, City of Edinburgh

30th Jul 2026

One Roman blind top fixing broken and also new strings needed Roller blind just needs rewound

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Lothian Edinburgh

Maintenance of domestic burglar alarm

£100

Prestonfield, City of Edinburgh

13th Aug 2026

Checking alarm system replace sensor batteries

Wooden floor maintenance and varnishing

£200

St Leonard's, City of Edinburgh

30th Jun 2025

I have wooden floorboards that need some repairs e.g. gaps filled, sanding and varnishing. Work is for one room and maybe two plus hallway. Negotiable.

Floor maintenance. Fix loose floorboards

£200

St Leonard's, City of Edinburgh

12th Feb 2025

I need a bit maintenance on a wooden floor. Some floorboards are lose and need fixing.