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Welding frame bycycle

£25

Stop scrolling, book now. Martin is amazing!

Drywall repair

£80

Super service and work

Outdoor brickwork and rendering

£300

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

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

Electric awning repair

£250

Martin did a brilliant job. He was professional, knowledgeable, helpful and hard working. I would highly recommend him.

Put up awning and mirror.

£80

What's the average cost of a tradie

£80 - £205

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£205

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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.

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

Silicone rendering of terrace wall

£700

Kilburn, Greater London, NW6

6th Feb 2026

I have a terrace wall that needs silicon rendering. The wall is 5.8 meters long by 1.5 meters high at its max height. There is also a small wall area which is 0.45 meter high and 2.5 meter long

Built in wardrobes

£1,000

Hornsey Vale, Greater London

5th Feb 2026

I'm looking for some floor to ceiling wardrobes to be built for the bedroom

Small welding repair on a buggy frame (East London)

£20

Shadwell, Greater London

4th Feb 2026

I have a buggy with two broken metal tubes near the back wheels. I need a quick, solid repair to get it moving again.

Repair a hole in drywall and re-fit tiles

£200

Chelsea, Greater London

4th Feb 2026

I need this hole in my drywall fixed, and the tiles re-fitted. I'd estimate the entire area that would need to be cut out between studs is around 80cm in width and 75cm in height. I still have the tiles that have come off and they aren't damaged. Aside from the tiles which I already have, I'd need the materials to be provided as part of the job. There is free parking in a carpark at the front of the building, however, the vehicle would need to be able to fit under an archway, smaller vans do fit through but a large van wouldn't fit.

Built in wardrobes designed and fitted

£1,500

Hillmorton, Warwickshire

4th Feb 2026

We would like wardrobes built to fill an entire wall of our bedroom. Very modern, stripped back, scandi style made from ply wood with minimal cutout handles. I’ve attached photos of the style we are looking for. These would need to include drawers at the bottom all the way across, hanging rails in the central section, and empty cupboard space at the top. Dimensions are: 332cm wide (with skirting board eating into that), 228.5cm high, and depth 67cm

Built in wardrobe removal and relay laminate flooring

£250

Denmark Hill, Greater London, SE5

3rd Feb 2026

Hi there! I'm looking for help with the following: 1. Removal of the pictured built in wardrobe, including cleanup of walls from wardrobe removal. 2. Relaying of laminate flooring from where wardrobe was. I have spare materials from when floor was laid that is enough for this small section of floor. 3. Planing of 2-3 doors, previous workman did not return to complete this part of laying the floor. 4. Secure door profile for bathroom door - also outstanding from floor laying. 5. Complete front door step laminate floor laying - also outstanding from incomplete floor laying. 6. Full disposal of all waste from project (wardrobe, leftover flooring) Thank you in advance.

75 inch tv mount on drywall

£50

Bredon, Worcestershire

1st Feb 2026

75” tv needs mounting today on drywall

Sauna Flatpack Assembly. 2mx 1.3m cube sauna.

£300

Hersham, Surrey

1st Feb 2026

Flatpack assembly of a Sauna, dimensions 2mx 1.3m.

Vehicle welding

£200

Shiney Row, Tyne and Wear

31st Jan 2026

Need a small whole the size of a pound coin welding up on my vehicles sill.

Outside wall rendering

£1,500

Thornton Heath, Greater London

30th Jan 2026

Exterior 1. Front garden wall (some brick tiles need to be relaced – make good) 2. Rending about 30 cm height at the bottom of outside wall of end of terrace 3. Tie wall together as small gap between house and brick garden wall 4. Fix rendered blown areas and repair cracks on back of house and garden brick wall – repaint touched areas and brick wall white 6. Fix a crack on the back house wall above the conservatory related to the area (lintel) above the patio door in the dining room fixing the area above the dining room patio door too. 7. Fix lintel area above Front room area

Built in wardrobe door broken wardrobe doors have come off the hinges.

£100

Thornton Heath, Greater London

29th Jan 2026

Built in wardrobe door broken wardrobe doors have come off the hinges.

I’m very pleased with the excellent work done by Serg k. He repaired the broken hinges on my wardrobe door quickly and professionally, making the door function perfectly again. He was punctual, polite, and clearly experienced, taking the time to ensure everything was aligned and secure before finishing. I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality repair work. Great service and great value — I will definit

Built in wardrobe cabinet for bedroom (survey first)

£40

Crook Log, Greater London

29th Jan 2026

Actual cost to follow after survey Built in wardrobe construction for bedroom wall. Carpentry and joinery work Length 3.5m Height 2m Depth: 560mm sliding doors | pocket door | sloped ceiling Please refer to drawings for details

Dismantle and rid of built in wardrobes

£100

Upper Edmonton, Greater London

29th Jan 2026

Sharps wardrobes that need dismantling and removal.

To render the front + side garden wall of a London terrace W13

£630

West Ealing, Greater London, W13

28th Jan 2026

To render the front + side garden wall of a London terrace W13. I need someone to come and apply a smooth sand and cement render over the front and side exterior garden walls. 14m2 Sand and cement, no painting required. I have attached some photographs for reference. Ready to start anytime. Cheers.

Rendering external wall

£10

Acton, Greater London, W3

26th Jan 2026

Rendering door entrance to this house which has become dated and painting it white

Fix hole in drywall

£100

Poynders Parade, Greater London

26th Jan 2026

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 will provide the paint, you will need to bring your own tools

Rendering, door hanging, painting, joinery

£750

Blackhill, Durham

26th Jan 2026

I have several small jobs to do invorfer to sell my home including hanging a door, fonishing skirting board replacement, finishing rendering on ceiling, painting, laying càrpet

Fix Rendering on Front of House External Wall

£100

Belmont, Greater London

25th Jan 2026

Remove damaged render at front of house below window. Apply new render Apply waterproof wall coating Apply Paint to match

Install Built in wardrobes (Wren)

£600

Sands, Buckinghamshire

25th Jan 2026

I need built in wardrobes installed in two double rooms

Welding on car hinge

£100

Queen's Park, Greater London

29th Dec 2025

Old Mitsubishi car (2004), passenger door needs to be taken off, metal/steel plate needs to be welded on, door put back and attached to the metal/steel plate. It doesn’t need to be beautiful but I think you need a gas welder for this kind of work. We have had this work done already in the driver side - please see picture.

Super quick to reply, did a great job, very honest and a genuine and nice person