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Exterior wall Rendering

$500

First time using Airtasker Very happy with the job done by Matt

Finish built in wardrobe project

$200

Couldn’t be happier. Did a great job, excellent communication and professionalism. Rare to find such high levels of honesty and professionalism.

Patch brick wall and render

$300

Fantastic communication and service, second to none.

Install awning

$200

Ray was professional and did an amazing job putting up my awnings. Would recommended him to anyone 😀

Install a 4meter x 3 metre awning

$500

Joe was very professional in all aspects. Great job and kept all tidy as working. Friendly guy and would certainly use him again for works. Very happy.

Tile removal and make good with cement render, ready for painting

$300

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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.

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 need help with home repairs or construction, you can find tradespeople to help with tasks like:

Electrical & plumbing

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

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. Then 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

Glass Balustrades installation for balcony

$500

Greenacre NSW, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

I need railings installed on my newly built grannyflat Approximately 3.4 m long Hoping someone has materials leftover It can be steel polls or aluminium or glass railings

Need to build timber wall in verandah.

$500

Campbelltown SA, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

Need to build a timber wall in verandah

Need tradesman for fixing pipe bracket

$150

Schofields NSW, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

Need tradesman to fix below issues: 1. Fixing pipe bracket 2. Fixing external wall side strip on first floor 3.Fixing leakage in a gutter 4. Clean bird poo from solar panel

Install outdoor awning

$200

Sinnamon Park QLD, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

Hang outdoor awning on patio. 300cm wide and 200cm deep. Will require ladder as beam to be mounted onto is 3.5m tall. Will require bolts to attach to cross beam. Comes with bracket and awning.

Cut and install colouring roofing under verandah

$200

Geebung QLD, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

I have some colourbond roof sheeting that needs to be cut to size and put in place under a Queenslander verandah. I have the materials just need someone to do it.

Attach a car camp awning to a Ford Territory

$50

Kew VIC, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

We have a ford territory with roof racks that run horizontally to the roof (see photos) and a dune awning that we need to attach to the roof racks but are unsure how attach the two together

Retractable awning installations

$200

Pemulwuy NSW, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

Installation of 4.0m x 3.0m Retractable Folding Arm Awning Heavy Duty Full Cassette Motorised. https://www.bigw.com.au/product/4-0m-x-3-0m-retractable-folding-arm-awning-heavy-duty-full-cassette-motorised/p/9900120455?srsltid=AfmBOopklMx-ZXXUZN3zFfwqR8YYppQJAbQ4PyH8_7N8uokZ59l7kNj2LfQ

Fix 2x2.5m new awning to the roof rack.

$65

Glenside SA 5065, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

Hello, I need someone to help me fix xtm awning 2x2.5m to the roof rack. Please find attached screenshot.

Electrician needed to connect new electrical awning to power

$300

Gordon NSW, Australia

21st Dec 2024

We just had an electrical awning installed on the roof of our deck. We just need an electrician to connect it to the power. Photos attached.

Thank you Lee! Lee did a fantastic job of installing our new electric awning onto our roof he came at such short notice and did a great job.

Patch rendered brick wall

$150

North Bondi NSW, Australia

18th Dec 2024

Looking for someone to patch rendered brick wall - just areas in red. Need to fill in bottom half of the intercom cut out as shown and the holes in red.

Couldn’t recommend more highly. Perfect work, reliable and such a nice guy. I can’t wait to work together again!

Prep and paint deck Balustrade

$350

Bondi Beach NSW, Australia

18th Dec 2024

Paint newly installed balustrade on deck. Top part of balustrade needs prep/sanding flat of holes before full painting, see photos.

Tim was an absolute delight. Was thorough in his preparation, sought advice and feedback during the job and proactively asked for inspection of work and made a few small amendments without any fuss at all. We are very happy with the painting job done

Tradie Carpenter to Measure Cavity

$100

Prahran VIC, Australia

17th Dec 2024

Hello, Looking for a trade who has previously measured and fitted existing doors or windows to measure a door cavity. We will be fitting a aluminium door into the cavity and need to have it professionally measured and eventually fitted within 30 to 50 days. The floor is slightly sloped and not sure about how level the walls and ceiling beam is. Located in Prahran 3181 parking onsite

Ahmad was the biggest legend every, he is your man for the job!

Damaged render (back of garage)

$500

Eltham VIC, Australia

15th Dec 2024

There has been damage to render at the back of our garage. Hoping to have it patched

Daniel did a great job. Turned up the next day and finished the work efficiently. Would highly recommend

Hang outdoor awning off pergola

$50

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2024

Looking for someone to please drill brackets into pergola, then hang outdoor awning. This is a 3m wide awning. Awning is assembled, so just measuring, drilling and hanging required.

Absolutely awesome. Easy to work with. Went above and beyond.

Repair drywall

$300

Glenelg North SA, Australia

13th Dec 2024

A 12 centimeter hole in the dry wall of a stair landing, and need just the one wall painted. Small wall. Will post pictures this evening.

Outstanding work. Shahin is highly capable, professional, and trustworthy. A real authentic guy who does excellent work.

Experienced Handyperson to Install Shelves on Rendered Brick Walls

$110

Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

13th Dec 2024

I need assistance with installing multiple shelves and picture ledges in my apartment. The walls are rendered brick. Please see the details below: 1. Ikea Picture Ledges (55cm, qty 6): To be installed in the lounge room and hallway. Very light and not heavy. Note: Does not come with screws or wall plugs. Can you supply them? 2. Ikea Picture Ledges (115cm, qty 2): To be installed in the lounge room and bedroom. Very light and not heavy. Note: Does not come with screws or wall plugs. Can you supply them? 3. Bunnings Flexi Picture Shelf (90cm, qty 1): To be installed in the lounge room. Very light and not heavy. Comes with screws and fittings. 4. Bunnings Montgomery Floating Wall Shelves (qty 4): To be installed in the lounge room. Each shelf is light. Comes with all required fixings. Additional Information: - Photos: Photos of the walls and products are attached to provide clarity on the installation. - Location: Potts Point/Kings Cross area. - Parking: Street parking can be challenging but is possible. I will provide a temporary visitor permit that allows parking within the Kings Cross, Rushcutters Bay, and Woolloomooloo precincts. Requirements: - Experience in drilling and fixing items into rendered brick walls. - Ability to supply screws and wall plugs for the Ikea picture ledges. - Your own tools for installation. - Start time 07:30am Tuesday 17/12/24. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Patrick did a fantastic job. It's not easy trying to find someone to do these tasks who has a service delivery mindset. I really appreciated Patrick's attention to detail and collaboration about hanging my shelves. I'm very grateful for Patrick's work and contribution to making my living space a little more homely. Thanks Patrick!

Install outdoor awning over front and laundry doors

$80

Upper Coomera QLD, Australia

12th Dec 2024

Need someone to install 2x outdoor awnings over doors Awnings have arrived and need someone to build/install/ fix them to wall

Awesome work ; great attitude He even came in the rain to do the job and arrived early and keen to get the job done!!! Legend guy ! Will use again

Install awning

$120

Chapel Hill QLD, Australia

12th Dec 2024

Looking for a professional to install an Instahut Folding Arm Awning (3m x 2.5m, Pearl Grey) on an outdoor brick wall. Details: • Location: Outdoor brick wall • Type: Manual, retractable awning • Size: 3m x 2.5m Experience with similar installations required. Prompt and reliable service preferred. Please get in touch!

Reliable man, recommend for foldable awning installation

To drill and install a wire garden trellis on a rendered wall

$100

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

10th Dec 2024

To drill a wire garden trellis on a rendered wall. Two horizontal wire trellis about 3 metres in length above the couch in photo

Installed a wire trellis onto a rendered wall. An amazing job. And a lovely man . Couldn’t recommend more

Damaged brick fence rendering and painting

$1,500

Wahroonga NSW, Australia

7th Dec 2024

Damaged area of brick fence requires rendering and painting to be matching with surrounding area.

Great communication, efficient work, and most importantly job was well done. Thanks Adam!