Finding the right trade
Plan and compare a job
Hiring basics
How to choose a tradie in Australia
A five-step guide to describing the work, checking a business, comparing quotes and agreeing on payment.
Choosing a trade
Which tradie do I need for my job?
Match common home jobs to the right trade, understand when several trades are needed, and check Australian licensing rules before booking.
Job brief guide
How to write a job brief that gets useful tradie quotes
Write a clear job brief with photos, measurements, timing and access details. Use plumbing, painting and fencing examples to request comparable tradie quotes.
Bathroom renovation guide
How to compare bathroom renovation quotes
Compare bathroom renovation quotes side by side. Check waterproofing, fixtures, allowances, exclusions, payment stages, timing and the cost of changes.
Licence and insurance guide
How to check a tradie’s licence, business identity and insurance
Match a tradie’s quote to their business identity, use official state and territory licence registers, and check the insurance documents for your job.
Costs and repair choices
Plumbing costs
How much does a plumber cost in Australia?
Understand hourly and fixed plumbing prices, call-out fees, materials, GST and urgent work. Know what to ask for in a comparable written quote.
Australian plumbing guide
How much does it cost to clear a blocked drain?
Understand blocked drain quote inclusions, urgent call-outs, inspection charges and pipe repairs. Know what to ask an Australian plumber before booking.
Electrical work
How much does an electrician charge in Australia?
Understand electrician call-out fees, labour and fixed quotes, what changes the cost of common jobs, and how to check a licence in your state or territory.
BATHROOM BUDGET GUIDE
How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Australia?
Plan a bathroom renovation budget by scope, trades, waterproofing and fixtures. Check permissions, compare quote inclusions and allow for unexpected work.
KITCHEN RENOVATION GUIDE
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Australia?
Plan a kitchen renovation budget around your layout, cabinets, benchtops, appliances and trade work. Use a practical brief to get comparable local quotes.
Air-conditioning cost guide
What does split-system air-conditioning installation cost?
Understand split-system installation costs: unit supply, electrical work, access, old-unit removal and disposal. Know what to ask for in a written quote.
House painting costs
How much does it cost to paint a house in Australia?
Work out what affects interior and exterior house painting costs in Australia. Compare preparation, paint, coats, access and exclusions in written quotes.
Ceiling-fan cost guide
What does ceiling-fan installation cost?
Compare ceiling-fan installation quotes for a replacement or new location. Check fan supply, wiring, controls, ceiling access and electrical licensing.
Fence replacement
What does fence replacement cost in Australia?
Compare fence replacement quotes by length, materials, removal, slope, access and gates. Check neighbour contributions and local approvals before booking.
Australian hot-water guide
Should you repair or replace your hot-water system?
Compare a diagnosed hot-water repair with replacement options. Check installation costs, running costs, warranty cover and questions for an Australian installer.
Find a specialist by city
Sydney air conditioning guide
How to choose an air conditioning installer in Sydney
Check NSW and refrigerant licence scope, plan apartment approvals and compare air conditioning installation quotes, including electrical work and access.
SYDNEY BATHROOM GUIDE
How to find a bathroom renovator in Sydney
Find a Sydney bathroom renovator. Check NSW licences, strata approvals and waterproofing responsibilities, then compare written quotes and contracts.
Sydney locksmith guide
How to find a locksmith in Sydney
Check NSW locksmith and business security licences, explain your lock problem and confirm call-out charges before booking a Sydney locksmith.
Sydney pest control guide
How to find pest control in Sydney
Check NSW pest controller licences, distinguish termite inspection from treatment, compare written scopes and plan safe access for Sydney homes and strata.
Sydney carpentry guide
How to find the right carpenter in Sydney
Find a Sydney carpenter for repairs, framing or timber work. Check NSW licence scope, strata approvals, materials and what each written quote includes.
Sydney electrical guide
How to find the right electrician in Sydney
Check a NSW electrical licence, recognise network faults, prepare a Sydney property brief and compare quotes for electrical work and completion records.
Sydney landscaping guide
How to find the right landscaper in Sydney
Separate garden maintenance from structural landscaping, check NSW licence requirements and council controls, and compare detailed landscaping quotes in Sydney.
Sydney painting guide
How to find the right painter in Sydney
Understand NSW painting licence exceptions, flag old paint and compare preparation, paint products and access in Sydney painting quotes.
Sydney plumbing guide
How to find the right plumber in Sydney
Check NSW plumbing licences, work out when to contact Sydney Water, prepare a useful job brief and compare the scope of written plumbing quotes.
Sydney roofing guide
How to find the right roofer in Sydney
Find a Sydney roofer for your roof type, check NSW licence categories, handle storm damage and compare repair quotes with access and materials included.
Sydney tiling guide
How to find the right tiler in Sydney
Find a Sydney tiler for your tiles and surfaces. Check NSW licence scope, clarify waterproofing and strata approvals, and compare written quotes.
Melbourne air conditioning guide
How to choose an air conditioning installer in Melbourne
Check Victorian plumbing, electrical and refrigerant credentials, plan outdoor-unit approval and compare complete Melbourne air conditioning installation quotes.
MELBOURNE BATHROOM GUIDE
How to find a bathroom renovator in Melbourne
Find a Melbourne bathroom renovator. Check Victorian registration, waterproofing responsibility, apartment rules and the scope of written quotes.
Melbourne locksmith guide
How to find a locksmith in Melbourne
Find a Melbourne locksmith for your lock or access system. Check relevant Victorian credentials, apartment approvals and call-out charges before booking.
Melbourne pest control guide
How to find pest control in Melbourne
Check Victorian pest controller authorisations, compare inspection and treatment quotes, and arrange household precautions for Melbourne properties.
Melbourne carpentry guide
How to find the right carpenter in Melbourne
Find a Melbourne carpenter for timber repairs, framing or joinery. Check Victorian registration, apartment permissions and the finish included in each quote.
Melbourne electrical work
How to find the right electrician in Melbourne
Find an electrician for your Melbourne job, check Victorian contractor and worker records, prepare a useful brief and compare quotes and safety paperwork.
Melbourne landscaping guide
How to find the right landscaper in Melbourne
Plan your Melbourne landscaping job, check Victorian building registration and local tree controls, and compare preparation, materials and aftercare in quotes.
Melbourne painting guide
How to find the right painter in Melbourne
Plan a Melbourne repaint, understand Victoria's painting registration exception, flag old paint and compare preparation, products and access in quotes.
Melbourne plumbing guide
How to find the right plumber in Melbourne
Check Victorian plumbing credentials, contact your water retailer for possible network faults and compare written quotes for your Melbourne property.
Melbourne roofing guide
How to find the right roofer in Melbourne
Find a Melbourne roofer for tile, slate or metal roofing. Check Victorian roof plumbing credentials, handle storm damage and compare written repair quotes.
Melbourne tiling guide
How to find the right tiler in Melbourne
Find a Melbourne tiler for your surface and tile choice. Clarify waterproofing, Victorian registration rules, apartment approvals and written quote inclusions.
Brisbane air-conditioning guide
How do you choose an air-conditioning installer in Brisbane?
Choose a Brisbane air-conditioning installer with checks for licence scope, outdoor-unit noise, body corporate approval and complete installation quotes.
BRISBANE BATHROOM GUIDE
How to find a bathroom renovator in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane bathroom renovator. Check QBCC licence scope, waterproofing responsibilities, apartment approvals and written quotes before hiring.
Brisbane locksmith guide
How to find a locksmith in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane locksmith, check Queensland security licensing and agree on call-out fees, entry work and replacement costs before booking.
Brisbane pest control guide
How to find pest control in Brisbane
Check Queensland pest management licences, understand termite work, compare written quotes and arrange chemical precautions for your Brisbane property.
Brisbane carpentry guide
How to find the right carpenter in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane carpenter for timber repairs, framing or decks. Check QBCC licence scope, Brisbane approval requirements and the details of each quote.
Brisbane electrical guide
How to find the right electrician in Brisbane
Check a Queensland electrical contractor licence, use Energex outage information and compare Brisbane electrical quotes, access needs and testing certificates.
Brisbane landscaping guide
How to find the right landscaper in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane landscaper for garden care or construction, check QBCC licence scope and local approvals, and compare access, drainage and quote inclusions.
Brisbane painting guide
How to find the right painter in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane painter with a clear preparation plan. Check Queensland licensing, assess old paint and compare products, access and quote exclusions.
Brisbane plumbing guide
How to find the right plumber in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane plumber for leaking taps, hot water or blocked drains. Check Queensland licences, prepare a job brief and compare the work included in quotes.
Brisbane roofing guide
How to find the right roofer in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane roofer for tiles, metal roofing or gutters. Check QBCC licence scope, prepare for a storm damage inspection and compare written repair quotes.
Brisbane tiling guide
How to find the right tiler in Brisbane
Find a Brisbane tiler with the right QBCC licence scope. Plan surface preparation, waterproofing, body corporate approvals and comparable written quotes.
Perth air conditioning guide
How to choose an air conditioning installer in Perth
Check refrigerant and WA electrical licences, outdoor-unit noise and strata approvals before comparing Perth air conditioning installation quotes.
PERTH BATHROOM GUIDE
How to find a bathroom renovator in Perth
Compare Perth bathroom renovators with a clear scope. Check WA registration, strata approvals, waterproofing details, quote inclusions and contract payments.
Perth locksmith guide
How to find a locksmith in Perth
Find a Perth locksmith for your lock problem, check WA security licence classes and agree on call-out fees and repair costs before work starts.
Perth pest control guide
How to find pest control in Perth
Check WA pest business registration and technician endorsements, compare Perth treatment quotes and ask for preparation advice and treatment records.
Perth carpentry guide
How to find the right carpenter in Perth
Find a Perth carpenter for timber repairs, cabinetry or structural work. Check WA builder registration, council permits, quote inclusions and contract deposits.
Perth electrical guide
How to find the right electrician in Perth
Check WA electrical contractor and worker licences, separate Western Power outages from property work, compare quotes and know when a safety certificate is due.
Perth landscaping guide
How to find the right landscaper in Perth
Plan a waterwise Perth garden, check retaining wall and tree requirements with your council, and compare landscaping quotes with clear scope and aftercare.
Perth painting guide
How to find the right painter in Perth
Check WA painting contractor registration, plan for old paint and compare written quotes for preparation, products and access in Perth.
Perth plumbing guide
How to find the right plumber in Perth
Check a Perth plumber's WA licence, decide when to call Water Corporation, and compare job scope, attendance charges and written quotes before booking.
Perth roofing guide
How to find the right roofer in Perth
Find a Perth roofer for leaks, tile repairs or metal roofs. Check WA credentials, separate repairs from coating and compare written quotes with access included.
Perth tiling guide
How to find the right tiler in Perth
Find a Perth tiler with experience in your tile and surface. Clarify WA building registration, waterproofing, strata permissions and written quotes.
Adelaide air-conditioning guide
How do you choose an air-conditioning installer in Adelaide?
Check South Australian installation and electrical credentials, ARC refrigerant licence scope, outdoor-unit noise and complete quotes before booking in Adelaide.
ADELAIDE BATHROOM GUIDE
How to find a bathroom renovator in Adelaide
Find a bathroom renovator for your Adelaide home. Check SA licences, heritage and approval questions, trade coordination and written quote inclusions.
Adelaide locksmith guide
How to find a locksmith in Adelaide
Find an Adelaide locksmith for your lock or access system, understand SA security licence checks and agree on call-out and repair charges before booking.
Adelaide pest control guide
How to find pest control in Adelaide
Check South Australian pest control licences, compare inspection and treatment scopes, and prepare your Adelaide property for a safe visit.
Adelaide carpentry guide
How to find the right carpenter in Adelaide
Find an Adelaide carpenter for timber repairs, fit-outs or framing. Check SA licence conditions, property approvals, materials and written quote inclusions.
Adelaide electrical guide
How to find the right electrician in Adelaide
Check South Australian electrical credentials, contact SA Power Networks for hazards, compare Adelaide job quotes and ask for an electronic compliance certificate.
Adelaide landscaping guide
How to find the right landscaper in Adelaide
Plan an Adelaide landscaping job, check SA building licences and tree permissions, and compare construction, planting and water-efficient garden care.
Adelaide painting guide
How to find the right painter in Adelaide
Check South Australian contractor licensing, plan for lead paint and heritage approvals, and compare preparation and paint specifications in Adelaide quotes.
Adelaide plumbing guide
How to find the right plumber in Adelaide
Check SA plumbing licences, report SA Water meter faults, compare written repair quotes and know when a plumbing compliance certificate is required.
Adelaide roofing guide
How to find the right roofer in Adelaide
Find an Adelaide roofer, check the South Australian licence scope, plan heritage roof work and compare inspection findings and written repair quotes.
Adelaide tiling guide
How to find the right tiler in Adelaide
Find an Adelaide tiler by checking SA licence conditions, waterproofing responsibilities and apartment approvals, then compare itemised quotes.
Gold Coast air-conditioning guide
How do you choose an air-conditioning installer on the Gold Coast?
Check Queensland and refrigerant licences, apartment access, outdoor-unit placement and written quote inclusions before booking a Gold Coast air-conditioning installer.
GOLD COAST BATHROOM GUIDE
How to find a bathroom renovator on the Gold Coast
Find a Gold Coast bathroom renovator. Check QBCC licences, apartment permissions, waterproofing scope and written quotes before agreeing to the work.
Gold Coast locksmith guide
How to find a locksmith on the Gold Coast
Find a Gold Coast locksmith, check Queensland licensing, arrange apartment access approval and confirm attendance and repair charges before booking.
Gold Coast pest control guide
How to find pest control on the Gold Coast
Choose a Gold Coast pest service, check Queensland technician and termite licences, compare quotes and plan treatment precautions for your household or building.
Gold Coast carpentry guide
How to find the right carpenter on the Gold Coast
Find a Gold Coast carpenter for repairs, doors, framing or decks. Check QBCC scope, approval records and the materials and finishing included in the quote.
Gold Coast electrical guide
How to find the right electrician on the Gold Coast
Find a Gold Coast electrician with the right Queensland licences. Check Energex outages, apartment access, quote inclusions and electrical testing paperwork.
Gold Coast landscaping guide
How to find the right landscaper on the Gold Coast
Choose a Gold Coast landscaper for your garden or construction project. Check QBCC scope, retaining-wall and tree permissions, then compare written quotes.
Gold Coast painting guide
How to find the right painter on the Gold Coast
Choose a Gold Coast painter with a clear surface and access plan. Check Queensland licensing, assess old paint and compare preparation, products and exclusions.
Gold Coast plumbing guide
How to find the right plumber on the Gold Coast
Find a Gold Coast plumber by checking water fault responsibility, Queensland licences, property access and the work included in written quotes.
Gold Coast roofing guide
How to find the right roofer on the Gold Coast
Find a Gold Coast roofer by checking Queensland licence scope, describing storm damage and comparing repair quotes with coastal material and access details.
Gold Coast tiling guide
How to find the right tiler on the Gold Coast
Find a Gold Coast tiler for your bathroom, floor or balcony. Check QBCC licence scope, body corporate requirements and what each written quote includes.
Running a trade business
Start and market your business
Australian trade business guide
How to start a trade business in Australia
Plan your trade business, choose a structure, check Australian registrations and local licences, arrange insurance, and prepare to quote your first jobs.
Local business marketing
How to promote a tradie business locally
Compare referrals, Google Business Profile, a website, local groups and paid leads. Plan a local marketing test and measure enquiries, jobs and costs.
First customers guide
How to get your first 10 customers as a tradie
Build a practical first-customer plan with proof of work, local referrals, a manageable service area, clear replies and a simple enquiry tracker.
Local business setup
Google Business Profile for tradies who visit customers
Set up a Google Business Profile for your trade business, hide an address customers cannot visit, choose service areas and categories, and request honest reviews.
Use platforms and choose leads
TradelTop setup guide
How to sign up for TradelTop and prepare your trade-company profile
Prepare your business name, ABN, contact details, services, service area and photos before signing up. Understand availability settings and Credits.
Paid lead decisions
Are paid trade leads worth it?
Work out whether paid trade leads cover their cost. Include lead prices, quoting time, response and win rates, job margins and a sensitivity table.
Tradie platform comparison
hipages vs Airtasker vs TradelTop for tradies
Compare Australian tradie platform fees, eligibility, lead competition and job tools using dated official sources. Choose a model that fits your business.
Service area and lead selection
How to choose your service area and avoid poor-fit leads
Use a job-fit worksheet to choose suburbs, allow for travel and quoting costs, check lead details and adjust coverage when your trade business is busy.
Write quotes and follow up
Australian quoting guide
How to write a tradie quote
Write a clear Australian trade quote with scope, materials, exclusions, timing and payment terms. Use a worked painting example and reusable checklist.
Quoting and customer communication
When and how to follow up on a tradie quote
Plan a respectful quote follow-up, use original message examples, clarify scope and timing, and know when to stop contacting a customer.
