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Put tv stand on drywall

£40

Good worker

Welding frame bycycle

£25

Ionis and team were great. Friendly, efficient and clearly knew what they were doing. Great job with our new awning. 5 out of 5.

Install electric awning above outside doors (2 man job as it’s heavy)

£100

I got Marco to install an awning in my patio. Super happy with the result. He's very knowledgeable, reliable and transparent. I would definitely recommend.

Get an awning I bought from Amazon installed in my patio.

£150

Dean was punctual, professional, polite and extremely competent. He completed the task with attention and care to detail within a single day. Dean knew exactly what to do and how to do it. I cannot recommend him highly enough

Repair of a boardwalk and balustrade in a public garden

£300

Great service, response and patience. The awning now works and one happy tenant. I recommend Solomon - is very handy

Electric awning repair

£250

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£76 - £203

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Need to find a tradesman in your area to help with a project? When it comes to jobs around the house, you can only DIY so much before you need to call in a professional tradesman. Hiring a local tradie will help you get the job done quickly and easily while keeping you on budget. On Airtasker, you can find skilled tradesmen nearby for a range of trades occupations, including plumbers, carpenters, bricklayers, welders, and renderers who are ready to help with any task, big or small.

The perfect place to find tradies for your job is on Airtasker. Hire an individual for a one-off job or put together your dream team for a full renovation. When you find your local tradesman through Airtasker, you get peace of mind because you can check the ratings and reviews, and rest assured that they’ll complete your job to a high standard.

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Top Tradesman related questions

The average rate for hiring a tradesman can range from £8 to £60 per hour, depending on their specialisation. Location is also a factor - for example, expect to pay £5 more on hourly rates if you live in London. The cost of getting a tradesman out to help with your task will also depend on the size of the task, whether you are supplying materials, and the complexity of the job. But in general, most tradies cost between £70 - £178 when hired for a task through Airtasker.

When you post a task on Airtasker, you’ll usually get a fixed price quote. Sometimes, after inspecting the problem, your tradesman may recommend additional work and suggest an hourly rate on top of the original quote.

The most common trades in the UK are plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plastering, painting, bricklayering, and building. These trades are in high demand for their specialist skills and ability to help out with everyday, but high-risk tasks around the home.

Most trades require licences, registrations, and insurance to operate in skilled labour work. This ensures they have the right skills and knowledge to work safely and to ensure the quality of their work. A tradesperson working as an electrician should have the necessary qualifications to carry on electrical jobs. It is also recommended to check if the tradesman has public liability insurance or tradesman insurance cover. 

The best way to find and confidently hire tradesmen in your area for a particular task is on Airtasker. Provide an accurate description of the task, review your offers, and check the ratings and reviews so you know your tradesman is experienced and will do a great job.

Hiring a tradesman directly gives you more control over the task, who does it, and how it’s completed. Plus, hiring an independent tradesperson can often be more affordable because they have fewer overheads - they can give you a more competitive quote.

You can find a local tradesman by using trusted platforms like Airtasker, checking online tradies' reviews, and asking for recommendations from friends or neighbours. Always look for licensed professionals with verified reviews, a clear quote, and experience relevant to the job you need done.

A handyman typically handles general maintenance and small repairs, such as hanging shelves or fixing taps, while a tradesman (or tradie) is a licensed professional with specific training in a trade like plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or tiling. Tradesmen are required for specialised or regulated work.

Yes, most tradespeople bring their own tools and standard materials needed for the job. However, for larger projects or custom work, they may need to source specific parts or request you to supply materials. It’s best to confirm what’s included when you book.

Absolutely. Many tradies are happy to take on small tasks or one-off jobs, such as patching drywall, fixing a leaking tap, or repairing decking. Platforms like Airtasker are ideal for posting these types of jobs and finding a local tradie quickly.

What does a tradesman do?

Tradesmen (and tradeswomen!) can help you tackle the tasks that need the expertise, tools, and knowledge that only a qualified local tradie can give. Whether you're looking for a builder, craftsman, or someone with experience in skilled labour, you can find a tradie to help with tasks like:

Electrical & plumbing

When you hire tradesmen to work with electricity, gas, or water, they’ll need special qualifications, training, and equipment to keep you and your house safe from fires, flooding, and property damage. You’d need to hire an electrician to install your new light fittings or electrical equipment, like ovens. And you’d need a plumbing tradie to help with plumbing tasks, like fitting new taps and pipes, or gas plumbing tasks like installing or repairing heaters and stoves. Your tradie will start by asking questions about the issues you’re having, then they’ll do a physical inspection of the area to assess the work needed. They’ll use their specialist tools and equipment to repair, install, or replace parts to get everything working properly.

Carpentry & cabinet making

Tradesmen are usually qualified professionals, so they’re ideally suited to tasks that need a higher skill level than a handyman. Carpenters and cabinet makers are in high demand for installing new cabinets, custom-making furniture, and installing built-in robes and cupboards. They’ll measure your space to ensure the furniture and built-ins fit perfectly and match your existing decor. Then they’ll work with a range of equipment and tools (onsite or offsite) to cut and shape the wood, then assemble any parts to create your finished product.

Exteriors

Tradesmen can help provide a professional finish to your exterior building tasks. For example, installing or repairing balustrades. Your professional tradesmen will measure, fit and install glass, metal, or wood balustrades to make your balcony area or stairs safe while matching the design of your home. Once they’ve established a safe work zone, they’ll remove the old balustrades before installing the new parts. Another popular exterior task is installing or upgrading awnings. Your tradie can pull down old, broken, or faded awnings and help you choose a new awning to match your house and surroundings. Using the right tools, they’ll carefully install the new awning so that it is safe and secure.

Concrete repairs & resurfacing

When concrete is damaged, it can create trip hazards, and let in water, dirt and other pests, which can cause further damage. Concrete resurfacing can help repair damage and give your property an instant update with coloured concrete overlays and/or designs. Your tradie will first assess the damage, then repair or replace any broken areas. Then they may clean the existing area with high-pressure hoses or chemicals. Once the area is clean and prepared, they’ll mix up a thin, concrete-based surface compound that will cover the area.

Recent Tradesman tasks

Drying and Waterproofing DryWall

£150

Blackheath Park, Greater London

28th Nov 2025

I need help drying and waterproofing a section of wet drywall. The task includes assessing moisture levels, thoroughly drying the area with fans or dehumidifiers, checking for damage or mold, lightly sanding if necessary, and applying a suitable waterproofing primer or sealant. Please bring any tools or materials you typically use, and let me know if I need to purchase anything beforehand. Cleanup of the workspace is also appreciated. its a small area in a bathroom

Drill and fix things into my drywall

£50

Basildon, Essex

28th Nov 2025

I need to fix my shoe cabinet bathroom mirror cabinet and my bicycle to drywall

Disassemble built in wardrobe

£250

Hawes Side, Lancashire

28th Nov 2025

Hi, I’d like a quote to remove a built-in sliding-door wardrobe in my bedroom. I need the whole unit taken out and the area left tidy and ready for decorating. Please let me know your price and availability. Photos available if needed. Thanks,

Welding dinner chair joints

£20

Ancoats, Greater Manchester

26th Nov 2025

My dinner chairs joints have came out, so need minor welding to be done to 4 chairs .. Please let me know the minimum charge for this repair. Address in M4 4BW , Manchester. So nearby labour is preferable.

Rendered pillar removal and sliding gate moving

£650

East Dulwich, Greater London, SE22

26th Nov 2025

1. Remove the existing brick-rendered post. (red cross) 2. Relocate the sliding gate by approximately 25 cm; the gate is currently set in concrete with wooden posts. (blue arrow) 3. Fill in brickwork on the neighbour's side up to the new gate position using client-supplied bricks. 4. Move one metal DuraPost by approximately 15 cm including cutting patio paver as needed. (green arrow) Note: Sharp sand available on site for new concreting and all debris as part of the works to be removed from the site.

Paint some areas of exterior woodwork and also the rendered wall.

£600

Cranley Gardens, Greater London

26th Nov 2025

Properly clean/sand prepare and paint (2 coats) some of the exterior front elevation woodwork (see picture - pink area 1st floor/roof ridge highlight). Prepare and paint 2 coats external masonry rendered areas (see picture - blue area first floor). Scaffolding is currently in place and power will be supplied. We will provide the paint (oil based on wood) so please don't quote for that. I need the job to be done in the next 10 days.

Car welding MOT fail.

£10

Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London, KT1

26th Nov 2025

MOT fail. Welding subframe mounts

Remove built in wardrobes

£150

Parsons Green, Greater London, SW6

25th Nov 2025

Remove 2 built in wardrobes

Lovely guy, efficient and very willing to help!

Change a light and hang an awning

£200

Strand On The Green, Greater London

25th Nov 2025

Change a light in the lounge. Hang an outride awning on the back of our house.

Fix hole in drywall

£120

Poynders Parade, Greater London

24th Nov 2025

There is a about a 12cm section of drywall that has come off. I have applied polyfilla to it but it will likely need another layer and to be sanded and painted. I have a sample piece of drywall that can be used to make paint. You will need to bring your own tools

Welding job

£100

Spitalfields, Greater London

23rd Nov 2025

Welding metal door two edge

Plaster the wall and render ceiling for one room

£350

South Woodford, Greater London, E18

22nd Nov 2025

Hello, I am doing some renovations on my bedroom, where we removed one ensuite bathroom. As a result, there is one full wall that needs plastering (length is 3.4m and height is 2.6 m) and another section of the wall that also needs plastering (length is 0.86m and height is 2.6 m) . The wall paper in the ceiling need to be removed and the whole ceiling should be made good (length is 4m by 3.4m wide). The pictures I have uploaded still have the studs that use to hold the bathroom wall but those will be gone by the time you start the job

Welding exhaust on car

£150

Knock, Banffshire

22nd Nov 2025

Weld the exhaust together as it snapped.

Built in wardrobes fitted in bedroom using Ikea furniture.

£500

Forest Hill, Greater London

22nd Nov 2025

- Build based - Build 2 Ikea waredrobes - Build top box from MDF to create a built in look - Add skirting boards

Zip replaced on awning door

£100

Bodymoor Heath, Warwickshire

21st Nov 2025

Need a zip replacement on a isabella awning door

Garden awning installation

£40

South Knighton, Leicestershire

21st Nov 2025

New awning in box Needs fitting in to wall - highlighted in green Tradesman to bring own tools

Rear wings of an mgb welding up

£250

Forshaw Heath, Warwickshire

20th Nov 2025

Welding patches to the rear wings of an mgb

Extend / fix built in wardrobe

£100

Enfield Highway, Greater London

19th Nov 2025

I’ve just moved in and the existing built in wardrobe is very small. I would like to extend it so it’s wider and re-add the doors. Let me know if this is possible. If not open to redesigning using Paxx

Cement render patch and cills cut

£300

Coped Hall, Wiltshire

19th Nov 2025

2 x Cills need cut with a stihl saw. Belcast vertical beads applied to left and right of blocked windows Cement render patch approx 4m2 to tie in with current walls

Mount TV in hollow wall. Will need to have drywall anchors for it

£50

Upton Park, Greater London

6th Jun 2025

I need my TV mounting but due to hollow wall I will need someone to take a look and do this for me

Ronald was so efficient and managed to fix everything needed. Thank you for helping on such short notice!!!