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What to expect when hiring handymen in Surry Hills
Where handymen near Surry Hills are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where the top 120 handymen near Surry Hills are based
Of the top 120 handymen, none are based in Surry Hills, but 41 are within 5 km, the most in Sydney, Alexandria and Bondi. The other 27 are based more than 15 km away.
- based in Surry Hills
- 0
- based within 5 km
- 41
- based within 15 km
- 93
- based further away
- 27
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How to choose a good handyman in Surry Hills
Surry Hills has plenty of well-reviewed handymen to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most handymen here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical handyman has 6 reviews. Of the 188 rated handymen within 15 km of Surry Hills, 56 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 10 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.73
- typical reviews
- 6
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
75% of handymen here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 6 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Chippendale196 rated handymen6 typical reviews | 4.74 | 196 | 6 |
| Haymarket196 rated handymen6 typical reviews | 4.73 | 196 | 6 |
| Redfern190 rated handymen6 typical reviews | 4.73 | 190 | 6 |
| Surry Hills188 rated handymen6 typical reviews | 4.73 | 188 | 6 |
| Strawberry Hills188 rated handymen6 typical reviews | 4.73 | 188 | 6 |
| Taylor Square187 rated handymen6 typical reviews | 4.73 | 187 | 6 |
What handyman costs
Across Australia, handyman typically runs $250 – $710 for handyman hourly, and $168 – $1,480 for mount, hang & install.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Surry Hills. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a handyman.
Heritage Presence
Surry Hills has a strong heritage presence — some properties may have restrictions on exterior changes. If your property is older, it's worth checking with council before starting outdoor handyman work.
Coastal Conditions
Surry Hills is close enough to the coast for salt air to be a factor on exterior surfaces. Coastal-grade products last noticeably longer than standard options here — worth specifying in your quote.
Schedule Outdoor Work for Drier Months
Surry Hills gets more rain than most areas — outdoor handyman work benefits from scheduling in the drier months. Your tradie will work around the forecast, but booking ahead gives the best run of clear days.
Strata Area
Surry Hills is predominantly apartments and units — body corporate approval is often needed before external work can start. Check with your owners corporation early in the process.
Body Corp Sign-Off May Be Needed
Surry Hills is predominantly apartments and units. Body corporate approval is typically required before handyman work affecting common property, shared wiring, or building systems. Check with your owners corporation early — approval can add weeks.
What's in a good Handyman quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each handyman's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01ABN and insurance
Both listed before you compare prices.
- 02Itemised scope
Each job a separate line, so you compare fairly.
- 03Materials
Brands, grades and quantities, not 'good quality'.
- 04Waste and cleanup
Whether rubbish removal and site cleanup are in the price.
- 05Workmanship warranty
Work guaranteed in writing, usually 12 months.
- 06Exclusions
What they won't do matters as much as what they will.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do handymen need a licence in NSW?
Handymen need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.
Add the cost of labour and materials, including GST. Electrical and plumbing work always needs a licence.
- Licence
- Contractor licence (minor tradework or minor maintenance and cleaning)
- Regulator
- Building Commission NSW
Sources: nsw.gov.au, Home Building Regulation 2014. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
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