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Greater Adelaide

Bricklayers based across the regions of Greater Adelaide.

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Where the bricklayers are

34bricklayers

  1. Central Adelaide & Hills11
  2. Southern Adelaide10
  3. Northern Adelaide8
  4. Western Adelaide5
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Regional SA

Bricklayers based in the regions outside Greater Adelaide.

Where the bricklayers are

6bricklayers

  1. Barossa, Yorke & Mid North3
  2. SA South East2
  3. SA Outback1
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What to expect when hiring bricklayers in South Australia

Where bricklayers in South Australia are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where bricklayers are based in South Australia

Central Adelaide & Hills has the most bricklayers in South Australia.

Bricklayers based in each region

  • None listed yet
  • Water

The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.

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Some bricklayers based here

South Australia: where bricklayers are basedMap of 7 South Australia regions from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Regions are shaded from light to dark teal by how many bricklayers are based there compared with the rest of the state; white regions have none listed. A list of regions grouped by band follows the map.
Region boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good bricklayer in South Australia

South Australia has plenty of well-reviewed bricklayers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.

Most bricklayers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical bricklayer has 4 reviews. Of the 26 rated bricklayers based in South Australia, 4 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
4.32
typical reviews
4
what the best have
4.8★ · 10+

Star rating

54% of bricklayers here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 4 or fewer reviews

Best: 10+ reviews

How do areas in South Australia compare?

AreaAverage star rating
Southern Adelaide8 rated bricklayers3 typical reviews
4.61
All South Australia26 rated bricklayers4 typical reviews
4.32
Northern Adelaide5 rated bricklayers1 typical reviews
4.20
Central Adelaide & Hills5 rated bricklayers4 typical reviews
4.02

What bricklaying costs

Across Australia, bricklaying typically runs $1,501 – $4,201 for repoint brickwork, and $380 – $1,441 for brickwork patch repair.

Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for South Australia. 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.

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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 bricklayer.

  • Cooler Months Give Better Results

    Summers in most of South Australia are warm enough to affect bricklayer work — materials can dry or cure too quickly on the hottest days. Your tradie will plan their work around the temperature — prep and shade-side work in the heat, application when conditions are right.

What's in a good Bricklaying 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 bricklayer'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.

  • 01
    Brick specs

    Exact brand, type and colour so you compare like with like.

  • 02
    Footings and piers

    Depth, width, concrete grade and pier spacing, all named.

  • 03
    Mortar mix

    Lime or cement and the ratio, important for older homes.

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    Brickwork scope

    Wall type, dimensions, height and bond pattern.

  • 05
    Scaffolding and clean-up

    Whether scaffold, skip and waste removal are included.

  • 06
    Licence and ABN

    Both on the quote so you can verify them.

Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.

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Hiring a bricklayer in SA

What the law requires before and after you sign.

Bricklayers need a licence in SA for any job.

Staff employed by a licensed business need no licence of their own.

Licence
Building work contractor's licence
Categories
Other specified building work
Regulator
Consumer and Business Services
Check a licence on the Consumer and Business Services register
Written contractfrom$20,000

The contract must be in writing and signed by both of you. It must show the builder’s licence number and a fixed price.

Applies to bricklaying jobs.

Deposit capup to5%

Applies to contracts of $20,000 or more. After work starts, the builder can charge only for work already done.

Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. Smaller jobs have no deposit limit.

Home warranty insurancefrom$20,000minimum cover $250,000

The builder needs it only when the work needs council approval. It must be in place before work starts.

Applies to bricklaying jobs.

Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $20,000

Give the builder signed written notice. If they gave you no proper contract or insurance, you can cancel until the work is finished.

Applies to bricklaying jobs.

Sources: cbs.sa.gov.au, sa.gov.au, Building Work Contractors Regulations 2026, Building Work Contractors Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring bricklayers

How much do bricklayers typically charge?
Costs for bricklaying vary depending on the job—simple repairs are typically much less than building new walls that need footings or excavation. Many bricklayers charge a call-out fee plus an hourly labour rate, and after-hours or specialist heritage work is often charged at higher rates. This page shows live pricing to help you compare quotes.
Do bricklayers charge call-out fees?
Call-out fees are common for bricklayers, particularly for small or single-visit jobs. This fee is usually separate from labour and materials costs. It's worth asking each tradesperson whether a call-out or minimum charge applies to your job.
Do bricklayers need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Bricklayers must be licensed in every Australian state and territory; in NSW the relevant authority is Building Commission NSW (formerly NSW Fair Trading). You should ask to see a valid state contractor licence or registration and proof of public liability insurance before work begins.

Using SureQuote

Is the SureQuote estimate a quote, and why can a tradie's quote be different?
No. Your estimate is a guide price for a typical job that matches your answers. A tradie prices your actual job in their quote, once they've seen things like access, condition, materials and the full scope. Read the full answer
What happens after I submit my job, and how many tradies will contact me?
We email you your estimate and a link to your job. Up to 3 local tradies can take it and contact you to quote; only they get your name, phone and email, and you choose who to hire, if anyone. Read the full answer
Is it free to get quotes, and does the tradie's fee raise my price?
Yes, getting quotes is free and you don't have to hire anyone. Tradies pay us a capped fee to take your job, and we set it before they quote, so nothing is added to your quote. Read the full answer
Can I add photos to my job?
Yes. Add up to 10 photos in the chat after you give your contact details, or later from the job in Hire, and tradies see them before they take the job. Read the full answer
Do I have to hire one of the tradies?
No. Getting quotes is free, you're never obliged to hire anyone, and you pay only the tradie you choose to hire. Read the full answer
Does SureQuote check tradies' licences and insurance?
We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

Questions about bricklaying in SA

Do bricklayers need a licence in SA?

Bricklayers need a licence in SA for any job.

The licence is the Building work contractor's licence.

Staff employed by a licensed business need no licence of their own.

How do I check a bricklayer's licence in SA?

Ask the bricklayer for their licence number, then look them up on the Consumer and Business Services public register.

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Who regulates bricklayers in SA?

Bricklayers are regulated by Consumer and Business Services.

Are there exceptions to the licence rule for bricklayers in SA?

Staff employed by a licensed business need no licence of their own.

Do I need a written contract with a bricklayer in SA?

Bricklaying jobs from $20,000 need a written contract.

The contract must be in writing and signed by both of you. It must show the builder’s licence number and a fixed price.

How much deposit can a bricklayer ask for in SA?

A bricklayer can ask for a deposit of up to 5%.

Applies to contracts of $20,000 or more. After work starts, the builder can charge only for work already done.

Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. Smaller jobs have no deposit limit.

Does a bricklayer have to give me home warranty insurance in SA?

Bricklaying jobs from $20,000 need home warranty insurance, with minimum cover of $250,000.

The builder needs it only when the work needs council approval. It must be in place before work starts.

Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a bricklayer in SA?

You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $20,000.

Give the builder signed written notice. If they gave you no proper contract or insurance, you can cancel until the work is finished.

Sources: cbs.sa.gov.au, sa.gov.au, Building Work Contractors Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

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