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Recent Handyman reviews in South London

Akbar was very professional and he was on time. He finished the job really quickly and he done a fantastic job

Shower screen and bathroom Lino

£120

Arrived early and got the job done quickly. Very polite and tidy. He worked hard to solve an issue with the items purchased. I'd highly recommend.

2 sets of blinds installed

£40

Victor repaired my broken letterbox very well. It was a difficult and fiddly job. Responded promptly to email messages.. He was professional, polite and pleasant. Would recommend him.

Letterbox spring replacement

£40

Akif is very soft spoken, kind, talented and skillful. Happy with him and will engage him later as well.

Install water filter tap on kitchen sink

£50

Excellent service! Very happy with the work done and stayed in regular communication regarding the date/ time of the job.

Put some shelves up on wall and install tv bracket

£75

Emre was great. Came along at short notice to repair a hole in the ceiling made by another guy. He filled in the hole one day and plastered over. Then returned the next day to sand it down and paint the area. Emre is very skilled. He knows his stuff and has a team of guys working for him. A good guy to know for the future. Would happily use him again.

Repair hole in bedroom ceiling.

£120

What's the average cost of a handyman in South London

£60 - £150

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£60

median

£100

high

£150

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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 South London

Handy man , build cupboard door , paint , cleaning

£250

Plaistow, Greater London

30th Jul 2026

Hi, I’m looking to get a few jobs done around my house: * Build and fit a cupboard door – I already have the door, hinges and handle. It just needs cutting to size, fitting and finishing. * Replace a few broken kitchen tiles – I have the replacement tiles, so they just need fitting. * Fill the gap under the oven with a small piece of wood to finish it off. * Touch up the white paint on the kitchen walls. * Deep clean the kitchen, including the floor, worktops and surfaces. * Touch up the white paint in the bathroom. * Deep clean the bathroom, including the wet room floor and wall tiles. I’ve attached some photos for reference. Please let me know if you can do all of these jobs, or which ones you would be able to help with.

Cat flap installation

£30

Woodside, Greater London

29th Jul 2026

I had a cat flap but the flap broke so I have a new one to replace it that needs fixing.

Got the job done quickly, efficiently and to a high standard. Definitely recommend!

Putting up new blinds in the kitchen

£20

Caterham, Surrey, CR3

28th Jul 2026

Old blinds need removing, new blinds need putting up. They should be the same size.

Loft hatch installation

£1,000

Croydon, Greater London

28th Jul 2026

We require someone to create an opening into our loft and install a loft hatch. We do not currently have any access to the loft

Karcher pressure washer repair

£70

Riddlesdown, Greater London

28th Jul 2026

Karcher jetwasher just stopped working. No power. I’ve checked the plug etc

Fix coffee machine

£80

Upper Norwood, Greater London, SE19

28th Jul 2026

We have a DeLonghi Primma Donna domestic coffee machine that needs fixing. We believe the grinder is jammed or needs cleaning but we cannot remove this so need assistance from someone who has experience servicing or working with these machines.

My sons put two holes in the drywall so I need it repaired

£70

Croydon, Greater London

28th Jul 2026

To repair two holes in drywall

Hit tub installation and a canopy

£120

Thornton Heath, Greater London

28th Jul 2026

Hot tub installation and canopy up

Install a sun blind on my outside balcony

£150

Cheam, Greater London

27th Jul 2026

I have a 7ft new external sun blind to fit on my external balcony

Great job completed quickly and efficiently.

Treadmill repair

£100

Beddington, Greater London

27th Jul 2026

Treadmill feels like its tugging..the adjustment is fully..cant adjust no more..belt is about 2years old..so is treadmill..used 4 times a week for 1hr sessions..

A genuine guy.. Trustworthy

Replace garage lock and barrel, fix closing mechanism

£100

Coulsdon, Greater London

26th Jul 2026

We lost the garage key, so the barrel needs replacing. In the process of trying to do the job myself, I opened the closing mechanism and the spring and bits popped out. I have no idea how to replace. So I either need that fixed or replace the whole unit.

Install ceiling fan light

£45

Mitcham, Greater London

9th Jul 2026

Uninstall current light fitting and install new one

James was absolute pleasure to deal with. His communication was excellent from start to finish—always responsive, clear, and keeping me updated every step of the way. Tony, the electrician, did an outstanding job. He was incredibly efficient and professional.

Install a Handrail

£400

South Croydon, Greater London

20th Jun 2026

I would like for someone to help me buy and install a handrail in my house. Something like this https://amzn.eu/d/05s0vVJZ

Great guy. Great work.

Putting up and installing a remote control in a ceiling fan (2 fans)

£50

Caterham, Surrey, CR3

24th May 2026

A remote sensor needs to be put inside an already installed ceiling fan and a new ceiling fan needs to be installed in another room. Preferably before the heat wave 😅

Super efficient, on time and excellent work! Sorted things we have been putting off for ages in a couple hours! Saved us in the upcoming heatwave 🙏

Some tidy painting and decorating repairs

£250

Tooting Graveney, Greater London

23rd Apr 2026

Some leaks and some cracks in the walls and stairs have left damage. Some hole filling, sanding and painting in a handful of locations around the house.

Elhad arrived as agreed and worked really efficiently with an excellent high-quality standard of work. He did all the tasks I asked him to do as we agreed. Really happy. Would certainly recommend.

Repair Kitchen Hinge and Pin carpet on stairs back

£100

Elmers End, Greater London

22nd Apr 2026

Repair the kitchen cupboard hinge, as it's broken away. Then pin back the carpet on the stairs to prevent trip hazards.

Excellent service highly recommended

Wood Panel + TV | Soundbar Installation - Living Room

£150

Coulsdon, Greater London

18th Mar 2026

Acoustic Wood Panel Installation Approx Space - 240cm L x 60cm W (you 5 panels) Panels are provided Adhesive gun provided Adhesive Glue provided (2) Flatscreen TV 122cm x 70cm included Soundbar 100cm Wall Mount Bracket included Order Steps 1. Plan layout 2. Run cables & power 3. Install backing/support 4. Install acoustic panels 5. Mount TV bracket 6. Mount TV 7. Mount soundbar 8. Clean up cables Use Case - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTL94KAkS90/?hl=en

Fantastic work! Abdul is an expert at his craft and I was more than pleased with his quality of work. All around highly recommend! Well done.

Fixing my door. Door hinge broken

£50

Warlingham, Surrey

26th Feb 2026

Door very stiff to open, handle broken off

Marv did an amazing job and had excellent customer rapport I recommend him a 100%

Recent General Maintenance tasks in South London

Inflatable hot tub cleaning and maintenance

£65

South Croydon, Greater London

22nd Jun 2026

The large hot tub is inflated and empty, but it has not been used for over a year and needs to be thoroughly cleaned and serviced to make sure that everything works and any punctures repaired. Ideally we would like this done as soon as possible, any time, even in the evening or early morning if that is preferred to keep out of the midday heat (the hot tub is in the shade).

General building repairs, maintenance and refurbishment works.

£5,000

Addiscombe, Greater London

21st Jun 2026

We're currently looking to onboard an expert Painting and Decorating contractors for ongoing refurbishment and maintenance works under the YPO Framework across a range of public sector properties. If this is something your Company will be interested in, I'd be glad to share further details about the scope of works, requirements, and upcoming opportunities. I look forward to hearing from you.

Window frame repair and maintenance

£1,500

South Norwood, Greater London, SE25

13th May 2026

Hi - previous flat owners replaced windows with pvc style. Wooden frames still remain and need maintenance and repair and appropriate sealant.

General maintenance

£100

South Norwood, Greater London, SE25

3rd Feb 2026

General odd jobs re silicone kitchen tiles, regrout bathroom tiles

Builder property maintenance

£30

Norbury, Greater London

4th Jan 2026

Builder maintenance looking for works

Odd household maintenance tasks

£140

New Addington, Greater London

17th Dec 2025

Need the below done 1.⁠ ⁠Refit new door bell mechanism 2.⁠ ⁠⁠Refit new door bar thresholds x2 3.⁠ ⁠⁠Secure toilet fitting to wall 4.⁠ ⁠⁠Remove dispose some slabs from the garden You will need to provide any material and door bell fitting etc Thanks

Roman blinds needs re stringing/basic maintenance x3

£80

Croydon, Greater London

7th Sep 2025

Roman blinds - strings have come out and no longer go up/down. Need re stringing, string and plastic parts at end of string needed. Cannot offer more than £80 for the job unfortunately.

Moped service / maintenance cuts out while riding

£50

Kingswood, Surrey

4th Aug 2025

Moped cutting out / no power when riding. Starts fine and runs on the stand fine.

Paint maintenance

£50

Wray Common, Surrey

8th Jul 2025

I need some little paint maintenance for some small stains on the wall and ceiling. Just to lightly refreshen the look.

Inspect the 2 apple trees and give advice for garden maintaince

£100

Morden, Greater London, SM4

6th May 2025

Need some advice on garden design, maintainance,and how to take care of the 2 apple trees, 1 holy tree and 1 olive tree. Type of gardening: Garden cleanup, Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Repair and maintain bbq, ensure gas lines are working

£150

Earlsfield, Greater London

5th Apr 2025

Bbq is a char broil gass bbq. Not heating up well. Needs clean up, tune up and ensure gas is flowing correctly

Day rate handyman in South London for property Maintainence

£150

Croydon, Greater London

20th Jan 2025

We are seeking a skilled and reliable General Builder/Handyman to join our property maintenance team, managing a portfolio of residential and commercial properties across South London. Key Responsibilities: Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and minor building works. Handle a variety of tasks, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, and basic electrical work. Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies. Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure properties are kept in excellent condition. Requirements: Proven experience in general building or property maintenance. Ability to work independently and manage a diverse workload. A full UK driving license is essential. Own tools and a van are preferred but not mandatory. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.

Home maintenance

£100

Purley, Greater London, CR8

1st Dec 2024

I need handyman service for several small bits and pieces in my house. A couple of taps, loose cupboards, door lock and bathroom exhaust fan needs repairs

Window maintenance/repair

£150

Croydon, Greater London, CR0

17th Sep 2023

Hi team, We are looking for window maintenance on an annual basis for our 2-bed property with windows as mentioned below: https://youtu.be/yhyv7AE_uww?feature=shared Kindly get back to us at your earliest convenience. Many thanks, Nikhil. - Due date: Flexible

Regular maintenance job/ handing man

£48

Tooting Graveney, Greater London

29th Aug 2023

We are real estate agency and look after many properties all over London. We will provide regular job opportunities every week. £16/hour. Minimum 3hours per time. We have one property on construction right now and need some help. Pls see the to do list. Pls DM for more information if you need. You better have your own tools. Materials are on site, if not,we will buy them. 1. Hanging the new front door with three hinges, a lock and a handle 2. Hanging a new bedroom door with two hinges, a handle and a doorstop 3. Attaching two white panels to the holes near the bedroom window 4. Install kitchen plinth 5. Paint the bathroom door with a primer and two coats of water-based white wood paint 6. Removing the old silicone from around the tub and one corner of the bathroom and putting in a new one 7. Fitting the worktop under the boiler 8. Installing two blinds 9. Installing a window sill in the kitchen 10. Installing two threshold Looking forward to hearing from you. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Hot tub maintenance

£150

Risley Close, Greater London, SM4

2nd Nov 2022

Air blower in bath stopped working and need to fix it - Due date: Flexible