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Recent Tradesman reviews

Angelo was very professional, quick and helpful and he completed the job to a high standard. Many thanks Angelo, will definitely contact again for any handyman needs!

I need drywall repair and patch

£250

Great job!

Dismantle and dispose of built in wardrobes

£80

Super prompt and helpful

I need drywall repair and patch

£75

Brilliant job fixing a drywall hole, A* would recommend to anyone

Repair Drywall

£200

Abdullah took great care over a drywall issue and perfectly painted

I need drywall repair and patch

£50

Andy did a very good job, professional and nice in communication.

I need drywall patch and skirting board painting

£60

What's the average cost of a tradie

£75 - £200

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£75

median

£120

high

£200

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Why find local tradies through Airtasker?

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.

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

Drywall hole repair and bathroom moulded seal

£180

Wandsworth, Greater London, SW18

23rd Sep 2023

There is a drywall hole caused by the door handle. Hole size is 8cm*4cm. Also need to remove a small bit of moulded bathroom seal and refill it.

I need someone to render a wall in a room

£50

Kingston Hill, Greater London, KT2

23rd Sep 2023

Hi, I need someone to render a wall in a bedroom. Thanks - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 23 September 2023

Drywall Repair

£70

Canning Town, Greater London, E16

22nd Sep 2023

I accidentally made a palm-sized indentation in the drywall of my apartment, located at postcode E16 1YG. The wall is painted white. I'm looking for an expert to help with the repair.

Fix drywall scratched

£100

Yiewsley, Greater London

21st Sep 2023

I am looking for someone who can fix some minor damages on my drywall - Due date: Before Thursday, 28 September 2023

Colin was very friendly and professional, he di a great job!

Rendering with mortar and sand stones

£900

Plumstead Common, Greater London

21st Sep 2023

Repointing work with bricks then rendering with mortar and sandstone. Could be done in 2 days - Due date: Flexible

Rendering with sand stones

£900

Plumstead Common, Greater London

21st Sep 2023

Rendering back of building with mortar and sandstone about 28 metres. All materials provided - Due date: Flexible

Tradesman to help gut an apartment - remove kitchen and bathroom

£150

Kilburn, Greater London, NW6

21st Sep 2023

I need a qualified plumber to remove small kitchen and bathroom (toilet, basin, sink, oven) from apartment. You do not need to take away, just remove from kitchen in advance of carpenter arriving. It should be 3-4 hours work. You will need your own tools. Ideally Wednesday 27 or Thursday 28 September. - Due date: Before Thursday, 28 September 2023

Need front of house painted or k rendered. Pebble dash is coming off.

£1,000

Broad Green, Greater London

18th Sep 2023

Post code CR0 2ud .Need front of house painted or k rendered.and the side painted and waterproofed Please negotiate price not sure what the cost is. and if you can explain how you would do the job and how long it would take. I have scaffolding - Due date: Flexible

Tradesman

£590

Wandsworth, Greater London, SW18

18th Sep 2023

Looking for a team of builders preferably 2 or 3 people. After having a quote today, i think it’s a 2 / 3 man job . Flooring 20 / 25 sq meters Feature wall / painting Carpentry 🪚 Electrian : change light fixture to swap with another light . Wall mount tv to wall - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 18 September 2023

Wood floor water damage repair

£170

Wandsworth, Greater London, SW18

18th Sep 2023

A plant pot was leaking water onto a wood floor. 8 inches in diameter. The floor is old and has been well-used. Need to get repaired before the 29th Sept. Many thanks, Kate - Due date: Before Thursday, 28 September 2023

Excellent work, thank you very much

Renew / repair front of house rendering

£2,000

Ravensmoor, Cheshire

17th Sep 2023

The rendering at the front of the house I is beginning to fall away and needs attention - Due date: Flexible

Repair air awning

£150

Newmachar, Aberdeenshire

16th Sep 2023

vango hexaway air awning losing air leak needs to be found and repaired - Due date: Flexible

Drywall repair

£75

Colindale, Greater London, NW9

15th Sep 2023

Drywall repair, a few holes on the wall - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 17 September 2023

Put up a screen on top of balcony balustrade as a privacy screen

£150

Wavendon, Buckinghamshire

15th Sep 2023

Fitting it in. The balcony is mostly metal material and brick on the building. - Due date: Flexible

Render repair renew

£2,000

Ravensmoor, Cheshire

15th Sep 2023

Front of house needs repairing or renewing - Due date: Flexible

Install my awning above my kitchen window

£80

Abbey Wood, Greater London

14th Sep 2023

Hi I need my awning installed in my garden above my kitchen window - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 18 September 2023

Remove render from 2 walls

£250

South Harrow, Greater London, HA2

12th Sep 2023

Remove render from 2 walls, skip already onsite

Rendering or house wall on top

£850

Bishop's Sutton, Hampshire

12th Sep 2023

Would like the top half of the house to be rendered, so flat and refreshed - Due date: Before Tuesday, 31 October 2023

Thule Omnistore 6300 awning repair on motorhome

£250

Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire

11th Sep 2023

Awning arm is damaged and needs replacing - Due date: Flexible

Render Garage Wall

£300

Aveley, Essex

27th Mar 2023

I have a concrete panel garage and need one side and back wall rendered as well as the small section on the front. The garage is not very big. Side wall is 5x2 meter and back is 3x2 meter - Due date: Flexible

Good render on my garage walls