Handyman Services
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A good handyman knocks over the jobs that pile up: hanging doors and pictures, patching plasterboard, changing tap washers, assembling furniture, sealing gaps, minor carpentry and gutter cleaning. The key limits are legal ones: electrical, plumbing and gasfitting work must go to licensed trades, and bigger jobs can cross state licensing thresholds for building work.
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List your business, freeHow to choose a good Handyman
- Handymen generally need no occupational licence, but they must never do electrical, plumbing or gasfitting work.
- Check job value limits: unlicensed building work is capped around $3,300 in Queensland and $5,000 in NSW.
- Ask for proof of public liability insurance; many good operators carry $5 million to $20 million in cover.
- Bundle small jobs into a list before booking so the minimum charge or half-day rate works harder.
- Read reviews for reliability and tidiness, the two most common complaints with small-job trades.
- For anything at height, on roofs or involving asbestos-era sheeting, confirm they are equipped and insured.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which of these jobs can you legally do, and which need a licensed trade?
- Do you charge by the hour or per job, and what is your minimum?
- Are you insured for public liability, and can you send the certificate of currency?
- Do you supply materials, or should I have everything on site?
- If a job turns out bigger than expected, how do you handle the extra cost?
What does a handyman cost in Australia?
Handyman rates in Australia typically run $50 to $90 per hour, with minimum charges of one to two hours or fixed call-outs around $80 to $120. Half-day rates of $250 to $450 suit a list of small jobs. Materials are usually extra, either at cost or with a margin. Location, access and how many trips a job needs drive prices. GST-registered operators must include 10 per cent GST in quotes; small sole traders under the turnover threshold may not charge it.
Frequently asked questions
What can a handyman legally do in Australia?
General repairs, minor carpentry, painting touch-ups, furniture assembly, patching, sealing and similar tasks. They cannot do electrical work, plumbing beyond basics like tap washers, or any gasfitting; those need licensed trades in every state. Value limits also apply to building work, roughly $3,300 in Queensland and $5,000 in NSW before a licence is required.
Is the cheapest hourly rate the best deal?
Not always. A slower worker at $50 an hour can cost more than an efficient one at $80, and travel time, minimum charges and materials margins change the total. Fixed prices per job make comparison easier for defined tasks. Reviews mentioning speed and jobs finished in one visit tell you more than the rate alone.
Should a handyman have insurance?
Yes. There is no licence check to fall back on, so a certificate of currency for public liability insurance is your main protection if a ladder goes through a window or a repair fails and causes damage. Ask for it before booking. Operators working on rental properties or strata buildings usually need it anyway.
Can a handyman work on my rental property?
Yes, and many specialise in rental maintenance for landlords and property managers, handling small repairs between tenants and jobs like replacing smoke alarm batteries where no licence is needed. Anything electrical, plumbing or gas still goes to licensed trades. Keep the invoices; repairs and maintenance on an investment property are generally tax deductible.
How do I get the best value from a handyman visit?
Write a list and photograph each job when you enquire, so the handyman arrives with the right materials and tools. Group jobs by room and mention anything at height. Two hours of booked time with a clear list often clears eight or ten small jobs, while vague bookings burn paid time on assessment and hardware store runs.