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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 - £160

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£60

median

£110

high

£160

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Average reviews for Handyman Services in Lothian Edinburgh

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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 cord on blinds

£50

Fairmilehead, City of Edinburgh

24th Jul 2026

Need to fix cord on the blinds

Fix blinds cord

£50

Fairmilehead, City of Edinburgh

24th Jul 2026

Looks like the cord needs fixed

Blind hung and some adjustments to a sliding door wardrobe

£50

Dean, City of Edinburgh

23rd Jul 2026

Blind needs hung to cover this door we have the blind but dont have a ladder tall enough to do this. In addition we need the sliding door adjusted as it's catching in the bedroom wardrobe.

Put new door knobs on internal bedroom doors

£80

Tollcross, City of Edinburgh

23rd Jul 2026

3 doors need new door knobs - they have existing door knobs but I need ones which I can lock. I have ordered the new knobs from Amazon today

Two of the blind cords on our roller blinds . Could they be replaced.

£75

Marchmont, City of Edinburgh

21st Jul 2026

Two cords on our roller blinds are faulty and we would like to replace them.

3 curtain rails need fitting. Double bed assembly. Cleaning of room.

£500

West Pilton, City of Edinburgh

20th Jul 2026

I have a double bedroom which needs cleaning before fitting 3 curtain rails and curtains and assembling a double bed.

Help with my living room blinds.

£30

Southhouse, City of Edinburgh

20th Jul 2026

My living room blind is stucked and won’t shut anymore. It’s a Hilary’s blind.

Fire door install

£250

Abbeyhill, City of Edinburgh

19th Jul 2026

Fire door in my kitchen needs an additional hinge, smoke seals, intumescent strips and a self closing device fitted. I have a fire door installed just missing the above to make it approved by Edinburgh planning

Install curtain rods

£10

South Leith, City of Edinburgh

14th Jul 2026

Curtain rods to be installed

Help me fix Venetian blinds mechanism and fit it back to the brackets

£30

West Craigs, City of Edinburgh

14th Jul 2026

Hi, The faux wood Venetian blind in my living room is no longer working properly. The lifting mechanism seems to be faulty, and last week, the headrail also came away from the bracket while I was trying to raise the blind. would you please pop-in for a quick visit to have a look and fix it, please? I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks

Fix blinds

£100

Stockbridge, City of Edinburgh

11th Jul 2026

Two of our blinds are broken one needs a new roller the other is stuck

Install 2 Bathroom Mirror Cabinets On wall

£100

South Leith, City of Edinburgh

9th Jul 2026

I’m looking for someone to securely install 2 mirrored bathroom cabinets in my new-build flat. Job details: * Install 2 bathroom mirror cabinets * Cabinet dimensions: 1200mm (W)× 700mm (H) x 130mm (D) each - 20kg * Wall dimensions: 1350mm (W) × 1150mm (H) * Walls are plasterboard/drywall (not tiled) * Cabinets need to be level, securely fixed and centred on each wall. The property is a new build and there are no existing mirrors to remove

Need power drill/help install blind

£15

South Side, City of Edinburgh

9th Jul 2026

Need access to power drill, help install blinds. Max 1 hr jobs.

Electric recliner chair repair

£100

Wester Hailes, City of Edinburgh

4th Jul 2026

The mechanism catches when trying to recline it and it doesn't fully recline

Fix bookcase to wall

£60

Abbeyhill, City of Edinburgh

4th Jul 2026

solid wood bookcase to be attached to internal masonry wall of 1880s tenement with plasterboard & cavity gap, and waist-height dado rail. Must be very secure against tipping (family with baby). “anti-tip kit” supplies but no fixings. https://images.dunelm.com/1000282906_assemblyinstructions.pdf

Walldrobe fixing

£80

Sighthill, City of Edinburgh

3rd Jul 2026

I need a handyman or someone who can fix my walldrobe it’s 200cm long walldrobe

Hi i need the string to pull blinds up fixed

£20

New Town, City of Edinburgh

1st Jul 2026

Need string/s to make blind go up as it falling down on 1 side..

Venetian blind wont open/close

£50

Corstorphine, City of Edinburgh

23rd Jun 2026

venetian blind wont open/close

Dismantling cable machine/gym equipment

£30

Pilton, City of Edinburgh

19th Jun 2026

I’m looking for a handyman to help me take apart this cable machine as I no longer use it, and I have no idea how to take it apart myself. Its very tall and heavy.

Broken roller blind

£50

Greenside, City of Edinburgh

6th Jun 2026

Just moved into a flat and the roller blind in my room clicks and jutters loudly every time I open it. Would love it fixed at some point.

Recent General Maintenance tasks in Lothian Edinburgh

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.