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Excellent work, super friendly and flexible!

Plasterer to patch walls and ceiling cracks

$700

Awesome job. Thanks

Replace a single outdoor power point with a double .

$100

Sam is reliable and knows his work. He did a great job.

Timber balustrades need replacing

$400

Excellent job highly recommend thank you 🙏

Fix hole in wall - plastering

$400

Amazing and quick work, great care taken as well

Part of wall broke and needs to be rendered and paint

$150

Thanks Sam, Good on you mate. Excellent work and more than helpful with the task at hand.

Plastering

$100

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$150 - $450

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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 Airtaskers, you can find skilled tradesmen around you across 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 tradesmen nearby 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 cost of hiring a tradesman ranges from $40 to $70 per hour, depending on your location and the type of tradesman you'll be hiring. Other factors that affect the cost of getting a tradesman include the size of the task, whether you are supplying materials, and the complexity of the job. But in general, most of the work from tradespeople costs between $115 to $400 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 Australia are plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. These trades are in high demand for their specialist skills and ability to help out with everyday, but high-risk tasks around the home. Specialised tradesmen can also work as a craftsman or an artisan to help with different DIY projects. 

Most trades require licences, registrations, and insurance to operate. Each state has its specific licensing requirements for specific skilled workers. This ensures the tradesman has the right skills and knowledge to work safely and to ensure the quality of their work.

The best way to find and confidently hire the right tradesmen in your area 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 for your projects.

Hiring a tradesman directly gives you more control over the task, who does it, and how it’s completed. Plus, hiring an independent tradie 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 local 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 need a trade to help with home repairs or construction, you can find local tradesmen to help with tasks like:

Electrical & plumbing tradies

When you hire a tradie 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 tradies

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.

Home exterior work tradies

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. Then they’ll carefully install the new awning so that it is safe and secure.

Concrete repairs & resurfacing tradies

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

Install new power point below existing power point

$100

Macarthur ACT 2904, Australia

28th May 2025

I am renovating my laundry and need to install an extra power point below an existing one (so that the washing machine can be plugged in below bench height). The wall is gyprock. The mess in the floor in the photo will be cleaned up and machine machine moved prior to attendance to allow clear and easy access.

Need balustrade handrail tension wires loosened

$200

Glenmore Park NSW, Australia

28th May 2025

Have an outdoor handrail that the pretension wires are too tight. The anchor point for the the stair rail is on my patio and the house has move its is pulling the wires too tightly and pulling the anchor point up and cracking tiles etc. Need the tension wires loosened.

Internal plastering repairs/ lining/ setting

$560

Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia

28th May 2025

looking for a plasterer with a trade background for in-frequent on going work. Mainly for maintenance work in commercial settings and sometimes for small residential jobs. Must be skilled

Small patch of wall that needs rendering

$200

Nollamara WA, Australia

28th May 2025

Small patch on the corner of my house that needs rendering

Replace light switches and power points

$300

Moil NT 0810, Australia

28th May 2025

We require a qualified electrician to replace a mixture of 16x power points and light switches. The switches are all old and dodgy. Some switches have fan controllers but the original fan controllers will be kept. One switch requires a bypass on the fan switch as we had a remote control fan installed.

Weatherproof power point

$220

Pascoe Vale South VIC 3044, Australia

28th May 2025

Supply and install a weatherproof powerpoint to the outside of a garage for EV charging that uses a charger maximum 12 Amp. There is an existing power point 3m away.

Gyprock for ceiling / cornice for outdoor toilet ~140 by 110

$250

Tempe, New South Wales

28th May 2025

Place gyprock including cornice for outside toilet. Measurement ~140 by 110 Will need to adjust / replace wire housing for lights. Lights are working so no issue with that.

Plaster and paint small plasterboard wall repairs

$350

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

26th May 2025

We are moving out of a rental property and need lots of small marks on/in the walls repaired. Nothing major but lots of them across different rooms. We have some paint from the landlord which will hopefully match but if not will need a trip to the local Bunnings for a paint match sample (additional cost). 0830-1.30pm although might be done much quicker, not sure. Thank you!

Lovely guy and did a great job.

Need plasterer to repair two dents made by pull-up bar lol

$150

Hope Island QLD, Australia

26th May 2025

Pls help us repair these two holes made by a Kmart pull-up bar and paint. Many thanks

Arrived on time, quickly completed the job, high quality. Recommended Brett for sure.

Add power point

$250

St Peters NSW, Australia

26th May 2025

I need a power point - all power lines exist - just need the power point connected

Lovely guy to have in our space

Demolish a built in wardrobe.

$100

Thornleigh NSW, Australia

25th May 2025

I need someone to demolish the rest of a built in wardrobe. Must be Monday 26th as new one being installed the following day. The job is half done. Frame nailed into wall and floor that needs to be removed without damaging dry wall. Photo attached.

Amazingly efficient. Did a great job of pulling down a wardrobe very quickly.

Some small plastering touch up jobs inside.

$5

Manifold Heights VIC 3218, Australia

24th May 2025

3 small jobs. One patch on the wall that I botched- about 30cm x 50cm, hole where old fuse box was… and problem with ceiling. All photos supplied.

Excellent communication and a skilled worker

Remove wall mounted phone and drywall patch it

$400

Richmond VIC, Australia

23rd May 2025

1. Remove wall mounted phone attached to wall, including the plaque/holder attached to the wall 2. Drywall patch any holes that result from removing the phone from the wall

Thanks! Did a great job, showed up on time and was quick.

Install power point - labour only

$65

Black Rock VIC, Australia

23rd May 2025

Scope 1. Install power point (next to existing power point - on outside wall) Access: easy access outside wall of house. Materials - will supply power point. Labour only for installation.

Dan was amazing, high quality electrical workmanship, timely and professional, highly recommend.

Replace power point

$100

West Lakes SA, Australia

22nd May 2025

I want to replace an existing powerpoint with another one, no new cables run and no mounting bracket needs to be changed. Power point already purchased

Punctual and professional.

Gyprock Repair job. Approximately 200mm x 200mm hole

$150

Yaroomba QLD 4573, Australia

22nd May 2025

Needing a handy man to patch this gyprock hole in the wall. Not sure if just the hole needs filling or a strip 1m long. You’ll know!

An absolute Gentleman!!! Well above my expectations. A real good human that will provide attention to detail way beyond what I had envisioned.

Plastering

$350

Labrador QLD, Australia

22nd May 2025

Need urgent help with plastering all day tomorrow (Friday 23rd) to ensure ready for sanding and painting Saturday. I'm. Experienced in plastering but need an extra hand with me for 5 hours. Doing a renovation for three bedroom, lounge room and kitchen. If it goes over 5 hours will pay more.

Was lovely to work with and good workman ship. Will definitely get your help again! Thank you again!

Fix power points to wall

$200

Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia

22nd May 2025

Need powerpoints affixed to the wall.

Very helpful and professional. Highly recommended.

Gyprock installed and plastered

$250

Pacific Pines QLD, Australia

22nd May 2025

Repair bottom 100-150mm of wall after removal of tiles in preparation for laying of hybrid floorboards.

Excellent communication and high quality work. Would recommend