Cost Guide
Antenna Av Installer Costs in Australia
Understand typical antenna & av installer costs, key price drivers, and after-hours pricing before you request quotes.
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Hourly rate
$95/hr
Call-out fee
$95
After-hours
1.5x – 2.0x
Price Ranges
Common antenna & av installer jobs & costs
Prices based on Australia market data. Most jobs are quoted as fixed price rather than hourly.
General & other TV & AV jobs$318 – $925
On-site diagnostic and repair timeCallout fee and hourly labourMaterials and replacement partsRoof access and specialist riggingEquipment hire and extra personnel
Antenna Installation$623 – $1,924
Installation and equipment typeMaterials and specialised hardwareMounting complexity and roof accessConcealed cabling and in-wall workCrew size, scheduling and permits
AV Cabling$480 – $1,215
Routing method (surface or concealed)Length and number of runsWall and ceiling materialNeed for chasing and repairsPresence of hazardous materials
AV Setup & Configuration$298 – $920
Callout and travel requirementLabour hours and complexityRoof or external mountingIn‑wall concealment and routingAfter‑hours attendance and access hire
TV Antenna Repair$313 – $878
TV Reception Fault$288 – $825
Callout and on-site diagnosisFault type and repair complexityAntenna or mast replacementElevated access equipment hireAfter-hours vs business hours timing
TV Wall Mount$190 – $1,905
Wall substrate and anchor typeIn-wall cable concealmentTV size, weight and bracket typeNumber of TVs and labour scaleAccess, height and lifting requirements
TV Wall Mount Repair$318 – $875
Prices are indicative and based on typical jobs in the Australia area. Your actual quote may differ based on specific job requirements. Get a personalised estimate for your job, then matched tradies can reach out to quote.
Licensing & Compliance
Antenna & AV Installer licensing requirements
Antenna & AV Installer is regulated in Australia. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.
What to look for
- Valid ACMA cabling registration number displayed on quotes and invoices
- Registration category appropriate for job scope (Open for commercial, Restricted for domestic)
- ABN with active GST registration for businesses above threshold
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum recommended)
- NECA or Communications Alliance membership
Requirements by state
New South Wales — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
Victoria — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
Queensland — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
Western Australia — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
South Australia — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
Tasmania — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
Northern Territory — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
Australian Capital Territory — Cabling Registration (Telecommunications Cabling Provider Rules 2025) required · Verify
Common Questions
Antenna & AV Installer pricing FAQ
How much do antenna av installers typically charge?
Costs vary widely depending on the job type and complexity. Most jobs combine a call-out fee, hourly labour and materials, with work requiring elevated access, multiple devices or in-wall concealment typically costing more. This page shows live pricing to help you compare quotes for your specific job.
Do antenna av installers charge call-out fees?
Yes — call-out fees are common for antenna AV installers and usually cover travel and the initial diagnosis. That fee is often separate from hourly labour and materials. After-hours attendance is also commonly charged at a higher hourly rate.
Do antenna av installers need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Antenna and cabling work should be carried out by technicians registered under the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), typically via authorised registrars in each state, including NSW. Installers should hold the appropriate ACMA cabling registration for the job (for example, Restricted for most residential work and Open for some commercial scopes) and will usually display their registration number on quotes and invoices.
How accurate is the instant estimate?
Our estimates are built from research across thousands of local jobs and real pricing data. Use them as a guide when speaking to antenna av installers — your actual quote will depend on your specific job.
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