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Greater Melbourne
Bricklayers based across the regions of Greater Melbourne.
Where the bricklayers are
63bricklayers
- South East Melbourne15
- North East Melbourne11
- Inner South Melbourne10
- Inner Melbourne8
- Frankston & Mornington Peninsula5
+ 4 more regions in Greater Melbourne
See every regionBricklayers in South East Melbourne
15 based here · Region
Bricklayers in North East Melbourne
11 based here · Region
Bricklayers in Inner South Melbourne
10 based here · Region
Bricklayers in Inner Melbourne
8 based here · Region
Bricklayers in Frankston & Mornington Peninsula
5 based here · Region
Bricklayers in Inner East Melbourne
4 based here · Region
Regional VIC
Bricklayers based in the regions outside Greater Melbourne.
Where the bricklayers are
4bricklayers
Bricklayers in Latrobe & Gippsland
3 based here · Region
Bricklayers in Hume
1 based here · Region
What to expect when hiring bricklayers in Victoria
Where bricklayers in Victoria 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 Victoria
South East Melbourne has the most bricklayers in Victoria, while jobs in 6 regions (including Barwon and Central Highlands) will need tradies to travel in.
Bricklayers based in each region
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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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How to choose a good bricklayer in Victoria
Victoria 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 6 reviews. Of the 52 rated bricklayers based in Victoria, 18 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
- 4.63
- typical reviews
- 6
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
62% of bricklayers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 6 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Victoria compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| North East Melbourne7 rated bricklayers5 typical reviews | 4.94 | 7 | 5 |
| Inner South Melbourne9 rated bricklayers11 typical reviews | 4.86 | 9 | 11 |
| All Victoria52 rated bricklayers6 typical reviews | 4.63 | 52 | 6 |
| Frankston & Mornington Peninsula5 rated bricklayers5 typical reviews | 4.46 | 5 | 5 |
| South East Melbourne14 rated bricklayers5 typical reviews | 4.32 | 14 | 5 |
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 Victoria. 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 bricklayer.
Keep Gutters Clear and Check Council Rules
Most of Victoria is classified as bushfire prone land — keeping gutters and roof valleys clear is especially important here. If your property is near bushland, check with council whether any specific requirements apply.
Cooler Months Give Better Results
Summers in most of Victoria 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.
- 01Brick specs
Exact brand, type and colour so you compare like with like.
- 02Footings and piers
Depth, width, concrete grade and pier spacing, all named.
- 03Mortar mix
Lime or cement and the ratio, important for older homes.
- 04Brickwork scope
Wall type, dimensions, height and bond pattern.
- 05Scaffolding and clean-up
Whether scaffold, skip and waste removal are included.
- 06Licence and ABN
Both on the quote so you can verify them.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
Recent, genuine reviews
Read the latest ones, not just the count
Experience near you
Jobs like yours, done locally
Credentials for the job
Licence, insurance and business details
A clear written quote
Itemised, so you can compare like-for-like
Hiring a bricklayer in VIC
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Bricklayers need a licence in VIC for jobs over $10,000.
The price is the full amount you pay the bricklayer, including labour, materials and GST.
A bricklayer who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.
- Licence
- Domestic builder registration (limited to bricklaying and blocklaying)
- Categories
- Domestic builder (limited to bricklaying and blocklaying), Domestic builder (unlimited)
- Regulator
- Building and Plumbing Commission
- Written contractover$10,000
The contract must be in writing and set out all its terms. The price includes labour, materials and GST.
Applies to bricklaying jobs.
- Deposit cap
The cap is 5% of a contract price of $20,000 or more. It is 10% of a price under $20,000.
Applies to all bricklaying jobs.
- Home warranty insuranceover$20,000
Home Warranty from the Building and Plumbing Commission covers contracts signed on or after 1 July 2026.
Applies to bricklaying jobs.
- Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $10,000
You can withdraw at any time in that period. It starts when you receive a copy of the signed contract.
Applies to bricklaying jobs.
Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995, Building Act 1993. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about bricklaying in VIC
Do bricklayers need a licence in VIC?
Bricklayers need a licence in VIC for jobs over $10,000.
The price is the full amount you pay the bricklayer, including labour, materials and GST.
The licence is the Domestic builder registration (limited to bricklaying and blocklaying).
A bricklayer who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.
How do I check a bricklayer's licence in VIC?
Ask the bricklayer for their licence number, then look them up on the Building and Plumbing Commission public register.
Check a licenceWho regulates bricklayers in VIC?
Bricklayers are regulated by Building and Plumbing Commission.
Are there exceptions to the licence rule for bricklayers in VIC?
A bricklayer who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.
A bricklaying job still needs a registered builder when it is the only work.
Do I need a written contract with a bricklayer in VIC?
Bricklaying jobs over $10,000 need a written contract.
The contract must be in writing and set out all its terms. The price includes labour, materials and GST.
How much deposit can a bricklayer ask for in VIC?
The cap is 5% of a contract price of $20,000 or more. It is 10% of a price under $20,000.
Applies to all bricklaying jobs.
Does a bricklayer have to give me home warranty insurance in VIC?
Bricklaying jobs over $20,000 need home warranty insurance.
Home Warranty from the Building and Plumbing Commission covers contracts signed on or after 1 July 2026.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a bricklayer in VIC?
You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $10,000.
You can withdraw at any time in that period. It starts when you receive a copy of the signed contract.
Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au, Building Act 1993, Domestic Building Contracts Regulations 2017, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
Every region in VIC
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