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Greater Perth
Bricklayers based across the regions of Greater Perth.
Where the bricklayers are
43bricklayers
Bricklayers in South East Perth
12 based here · Region
Bricklayers in North West Perth
11 based here · Region
Bricklayers in South West Perth
8 based here · Region
Bricklayers in Inner Perth
6 based here · Region
Bricklayers in North East Perth
6 based here · Region
Regional WA
Bricklayers based in the regions outside Greater Perth.
Where the bricklayers are
14bricklayers
Bricklayers in South West WA
5 based here · Region
Bricklayers in Peel
4 based here · Region
Bricklayers in WA Outback South
3 based here · Region
Bricklayers in WA Wheat Belt
2 based here · Region
Top suburbs in Western Australia
What to expect when hiring bricklayers in Western Australia
Where bricklayers in Western 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 Western Australia
North West Perth has the most bricklayers in Western Australia, while jobs in 1 region (WA Outback North) will need tradies to travel in.
Bricklayers based in each region
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How to choose a good bricklayer in Western Australia
Western 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 5 reviews. Of the 31 rated bricklayers based in Western Australia, 9 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
- 4.59
- typical reviews
- 5
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
61% of bricklayers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 5 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Western Australia compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| North East Perth5 rated bricklayers9 typical reviews | 4.76 | 5 | 9 |
| South East Perth7 rated bricklayers5 typical reviews | 4.66 | 7 | 5 |
| All Western Australia31 rated bricklayers5 typical reviews | 4.59 | 31 | 5 |
| North West Perth8 rated bricklayers6 typical reviews | 4.08 | 8 | 6 |
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 Western 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.
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.
Seasonal Rainfall
Most of Western Australia gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for bricklayer work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
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 WA
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Bricklayers need a licence in WA for jobs $20,000 or more.
Only permit work in the main populated areas needs a registered builder. Sheds, carports and patios have a higher threshold.
- Licence
- Building contractor registration
- Regulator
- Building and Energy (WA Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety)
- Written contractover$7,500
Both sides must sign the contract. The builder must give you a homeowner notice before you sign.
Applies to bricklaying jobs.
- Deposit capup to6.5%
After work starts, the builder can charge only for work done or materials supplied. Off-site cabinetry jobs allow a larger deposit.
This limit applies to jobs that cost more than $7,500 and less than $500,000.
- Home warranty insuranceover$20,000minimum cover $200,000
The builder must give you the insurance certificate before asking for any payment. Cover includes a lost deposit.
Applies to bricklaying jobs.
- Cooling-off period
Doesn't apply to this work.
Sources: Building Services (Registration) Regulations 2011, wa.gov.au, Home Building Contracts Regulations 1992, Home Building Contracts Act 1991. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about bricklaying in WA
Do bricklayers need a licence in WA?
Bricklayers need a licence in WA for jobs $20,000 or more.
Only permit work in the main populated areas needs a registered builder. Sheds, carports and patios have a higher threshold.
The licence is the Building contractor registration.
How do I check a bricklayer's licence in WA?
Ask the bricklayer for their licence number, then look them up on the Building and Energy (WA Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety) public register.
Check a licenceWho regulates bricklayers in WA?
Bricklayers are regulated by Building and Energy (WA Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety).
Are there exceptions to the licence rule for bricklayers in WA?
Work that needs no building permit needs no registered builder.
A tradie working for a registered builder named on the building permit needs no registration of their own.
A brick fence, free-standing wall or retaining wall built on its own never needs a registered builder.
Work for an approved owner-builder needs no registered builder.
Work below the value threshold needs no registered builder.
Do I need a written contract with a bricklayer in WA?
Bricklaying jobs over $7,500 need a written contract.
Both sides must sign the contract. The builder must give you a homeowner notice before you sign.
How much deposit can a bricklayer ask for in WA?
A bricklayer can ask for a deposit of up to 6.5%.
After work starts, the builder can charge only for work done or materials supplied. Off-site cabinetry jobs allow a larger deposit.
This limit applies to jobs that cost more than $7,500 and less than $500,000.
Does a bricklayer have to give me home warranty insurance in WA?
Bricklaying jobs over $20,000 need home warranty insurance, with minimum cover of $200,000.
The builder must give you the insurance certificate before asking for any payment. Cover includes a lost deposit.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a bricklayer in WA?
Doesn't apply to this work.
Sources: Building Services (Registration) Regulations 2011, wa.gov.au, Home Building Contracts Regulations 1992, Home Building Contracts Act 1991. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
Every region in WA
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