Cost Guide · Australia 2025
Handyperson services in Australia cost $60–$120/hr, with most small jobs costing $100–$300 including labour and materials.
Low
$80
per job
Average
$180
per job
High
$500
per job
Simple repairs like fixing a leaky tap cost less than complex jobs like installing shelving or fixing structural issues.
Material costs are usually charged on top of labour. Ask for an itemised quote.
Many handypeople charge a call-out fee of $50–$100 for the first hour, then an hourly rate after.
Licensed tradespeople are required for electrical wiring, gas fitting, and structural plumbing. Handypeople can handle most other maintenance tasks.