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Easy to work with him and also the communication is very effective, highly recommended!
Repair 20 Shoe Displayers of the Cycle Gear Store
$350
Friendly, informative, fast, and went above and beyond. Highly recommend.
Replace Idle Solenoid
$150
Very pleasant and professional! Thank you Marcus and Tatiana!
Mattress sewing
$50
Knew exactly what he was doing. Came out did a quick job. Really knows what he’s doing with the cars. Super helpful and kept it real all the way through. Communication is key and bro had it .
Console lid replacement interior
$75
Amazing results on my car and very talented!
Install leather fabric to replace fabric in 4 doors of 2013 Honda Fit.
$200
Thanks! Fabulous work!
I have fabric for 12 16” dinner napkins, that I need cut and sewn
$100
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$180
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Why hire a local tailor nearby through Airtasker?
Tailoring your clothes is a great investment. A well-fitting shirt or suit can spell the difference between drab or fab and give you the confidence boost that you need. But, going to a tailor shop or searching for tailors & alterations near your house can be time-consuming. And that’s before you go through measuring and fitting! But with Airtasker, finding and booking a tailor in your area takes only a few minutes.
When you request a tailor on our platform, you get to specify the location for your appointment. No need to go to a shop after work or on the weekend! Just have a Tasker drop by your home or office. You also get to specify the details of the task and your budget - this way, you avoid any overpriced fees, and you only pay for what you need.
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First, turn the pants inside-out and try them on. Use tailor’s chalk and pins to mark how much fabric you want to take in. Sew on top of the original seam then gradually turn the stitch towards your marks. Then, try on the jeans, cut the seam allowance, and zigzag the edges, so they don’t fray. If the jeans gape at the waistband, pinch the fabric, pin it into place, and stitch two darts on top of your back pockets.
It depends on what you want to be tailored. If you want to let the hems down or shorten the coat or sleeves, your tailor can usually do that for you. But, your local tailor can’t change anything around the shoulders. If a coat has gotten too tight around your shoulders, it’s best to trade it in for a new one.
If you're deciding on a coat style, check out this guide on double-breasted vs single-breasted coats to learn which style is best for you.
Tailors can’t:
Take more than 2 inches out of your jeans’ center seam
Make a garment one size larger or two sizes smaller
Adjust shoulder pads or structure in a jacket or coat
Change the button profile or lapels of a jacket
Let out the seams or hems of garments made from silk, linen, or cotton
You can book a rated & reviewed Tasker offering tailoring near you on Airtasker! To start:
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When you first meet with your tailor, you can ask to see their previous pieces. Then, you can ask if the proposed cut, style, and cloth will meet your aesthetic and practical needs. Don’t forget to ask your tailor for a timeline, especially if you’re preparing for a wedding. You’ll also want to make sure that there is enough time for fittings, and that your tailor knows whether you’re at a steady weight or are currently dieting.
Alterations can take anywhere from 3 days to a whole week, depending on how busy your tailor is. If you’re rushing to get ready for a special occasion (say, a wedding or an office party), consider booking tailoring near you through Airtasker to help you with events. While you might not be able to rush a highly-rated, in-demand tailor, you can spend time managing the other to-dos of your event.
You can get your pants hemmed at local tailoring shops, dry cleaners with alteration services, or by booking a tailor near you on Airtasker. Prices and turnaround times vary, so it’s best to compare options and read reviews before choosing a Tasker.
On average, tailoring costs can range from $2 to $250, depending on the materials, your location, the type of garment you have, and the service you need (such as hemming a pair of pants or adjusting the sleeves of a suit).
Get a more detailed breakdown of how much tailoring costs to set the right budget when hiring a Tasker.
Tailoring refers to creating or customizing clothing to fit a specific person by making significant adjustments or even making a garment from scratch. Alterations, on the other hand, involve minor adjustments to an existing piece of clothing to improve fit, such as taking in a dress or shortening sleeves.
Both services can help achieve a better fit, but tailoring is usually more extensive and customized. Learn more about the difference between alterations and tailoring to get the right service for your needs.
Expect to pay anywhere from $10 to $30 to have a pair of pants hemmed. However, prices can sometimes fall outside of this range depending on the different factors, such as your location and complexity of the task.
In general, clothing alterations can cost around $10 to $75. On Airtasker, you can book a tailor near you and specify the details of your task to get the best estimate from experts in your area.
Yes, some tailors offer same-day suit tailoring near you, but it depends on the complexity of the alterations and the Tasker's availability. Simple adjustments like hemming pants or taking in a jacket slightly may be completed within a few hours, while more complex alterations could take longer. To ensure availability, it’s best to check with local tailors on Airtasker and discuss your specific needs before booking a task.
If you need an idea on rates for suit tailoring, you can refer to this Suit Alterations Cost guide.
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What do tailoring services include?
This service covers tailoring, clothing alterations, and sometimes even repair for different kinds of garments. This includes men’s suits, women’s coats, trousers, wedding dresses, and even down jackets. In the case of made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring, your wardrobe will show off your personality and fit your lifestyle in a way that off-the-rack can’t match.
And when booking a tailor near you on our platform, you get some great added perks, such as picking a reviewed and rated tailor in your area, having a tailor go to your home or office, and working within your budget! Do note that some details may vary depending on the tailor you hire, so make sure that your task post is as detailed as possible.
Alteration tailor near you
Whether you need stitching near you or any alteration, Taskers can do most tailoring work and alter a garment to fit you better. If you plan to get an off-the-rack item and take it to clothing alterations near you, it’s best to choose a size that fits the widest point of your body. From there, your local tailor will take in or cinch the rest of the item. Tailors can also make sleeves or pant legs slimmer, adjust the straps and bust darts of a dress, shorten the sleeves of a shirt, add the lining, and add buttons or hook-and-eye clasps.
On the other hand, a tailor cannot make a garment bigger or longer. They also can’t fix a bad shoulder fit on a jacket or coat. Also, it is inadvisable to let out the stitches in fabrics like linen, cotton, and silk, since holes will show.
Clothing repair by local tailors
Most local tailors near you can also repair clothing. This can mean fixing a zipper, stopping a hem from fraying, repairing a rip, or reweaving a hole. When you book a clothing tailor near you to repair your item, they’ll tell you if the item can still be repaired, and what the risks (and cost) of the repair would be. They can also offer advice on how to better care for your clothing or avoid further damage, such as using a mesh bag in the laundry for your more delicate items or getting your clothes dry-cleaned instead.
Made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring services
Looking for a suit tailor near you to help with your formal wear? Tailoring or altering your off-the-rack garment is a fast and affordable way to make clothes fit you better. But if you want your wardrobe to fit you to a T, made-to-measure or bespoke tailoring is the way to go. While these services are offered at tailor shops near you, Airtasker lets you book a bespoke tailor who can go to your home or office.
No need to worry about going to a tailor shop near you - your Tasker brings the supplies, takes your measurements and requests (or in the case of made-to-measure, lets you choose a pattern), and assists you with the fittings! This service saves time while still making sure you look stunning at that upcoming event - skilled Taskers can help you with planning for the big day as well!
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Bronx NY 10456, USA
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Ever since my sewing needle broke on my machine it hasn’t been able to work even after I replaced it with the exact needle it keeps catching and I feel like I’ve tried everything to fix it, but I just don’t know what else to do to fix it
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My JUKI has been given me trouble and I need help diagnosing and fixing the problems it is currently facing.
Rooftop Deck Restore/Repair
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My rooftop Deck need the support railing repaired or rebuilt and I need to add some kind of safety netting or mesh. The floor needs some repair and I want to add some turf or carpet It is a Trapezoidal shape. The South Wall (adjacent to the bldg) is 25' and the remaining walls (going clockwise) are 44', 4', and 46'. Appx 632 sq ft I want you to come out to the site and see it yourself to quote because I have a few ideas that will require custom solutions
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Attalla AL 35954, USA
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Service my sewing machine
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Lakewood NJ 08701, USA
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The stitches on the bobbin side are coming out weird. I tried rethreading the machine, changing the needle, playing around with the tension and cleaning under the needle plate but nothing helped.
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Covina CA 91722, USA
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Sewing machine needs to be adjusted not running properly.
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Fix my sewing machine
$35
Lancaster CA 93535, USA
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Help build my shoe rack and dresser
$50
Linden NJ 07036 4222, USA
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Needing help with my dresser and my shoe rack built. The instructions say the dresser estimate time built is 45 mins and the shoe rack is 45 mins to an hour
Singer sewing machine not working
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Singer Stylist #7258 sewing machine Approximately 7 years old Does not connect to sew anymore Error message is a forward and backward letter C
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$500
Cedar Hill TX 75104, USA
Jun 18th 2026
One of them said there was an error and the other got stuck with the wrong needle and still doesn’t work after I tried to fix it
Repair my singer sewing machine
$150
Staten Island NY 10301, USA
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The needle won’t go past the feed dogs. It won’t properly go up and down.
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$50
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I need to build a shoe cabinet with three flip drawers.
Floating TV Console Installation
$250
Miami FL 33131, USA
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I need a professional to wall-mount an IKEA BESTÅ storage combination (4 units total, roughly 70 inches long).
I hired him to mount my TV and an IKEA floating TV stand, and I couldn't be happier. He did an incredible job making sure the unit was perfectly level and securely anchored to the wall. It looks seamless and very professional. Highly recommend his services
Shoe rack I need assembly for. I bought item from IKEA
$30
Long Beach CA, United States
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He did an awesome job thanks Steven
Clean, polish, and seal the shower floor in my primary bathroom.
$150
Las Vegas NV 89131, USA
Mar 20th 2026
My shower floor is “pebble/stone” style and I need it cleaned, polished and sealed by someone who has experience in this area. If you would like to be considered, please explain your experience in this area.
Great experience with this Tasker! Perfect communication. Showed up right on time. Did a FANTASTIC job.