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Areas in Hobart
Builders based across the areas of Hobart.
Where the builders are
189builders
+ 1 more area in Hobart
Builders in Inner Hobart
48 based here · Area
Builders in Hobart North East
47 based here · Area
Builders in Hobart North West
42 based here · Area
Builders in Hobart South & West
26 based here · Area
Builders in Sorell & Dodges Ferry
14 based here · Area
Builders in Brighton
12 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring builders in Hobart
Where builders in Hobart are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where builders are based in the Hobart region
Hobart has the most builders in the Hobart region, while jobs in 60 suburbs (including Barretta and Berriedale) will need tradies to travel in.
Builders based in each suburb
- None listed yet
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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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Fewer builders based here
- Acton Park
- Allens Rivulet
- Austins Ferry
- Battery Point
- Bellerive
- Blackmans Bay
- Brighton
- Claremont
- Clifton Beach
- Collinsvale
- Coningham
- Dodges Ferry
- Dowsing Point
- Dromedary
- Electrona
- Fern Tree
- Gagebrook
- Geilston Bay
- Glenorchy
- Goodwood
- Granton
- Grasstree Hill
- Howrah
- Huntingfield
- Kaoota
- Kingston Beach
- Lauderdale
- Lenah Valley
- Lindisfarne
- Longley
- Magra
- Margate
- Montagu Bay
- Montrose
- Mount Stuart
- New Norfolk
- Oakdowns
- Old Beach
- Orielton
- Primrose Sands
- Rokeby
- Rosetta
- Rosny Park
- Sandfly
- Sandy Bay
- Seven Mile Beach
- South Hobart
- Taroona
- West Hobart
- West Moonah
None listed yet
- Barretta
- Berriedale
- Bonnet Hill
- Boomer Bay
- Boyer
- Bream Creek
- Carlton
- Carlton River
- Chigwell
- Clarendon Vale
- Connellys Marsh
- Copping
- Cremorne
- Dulcot
- Dynnyrne
- Forcett
- Glebe
- Glenlusk
- Herdsmans Cove
- Honeywood
- Howden
- Kellevie
- Lawitta
- Leslie Vale
- Lewisham
- Lower Longley
- Lower Snug
- Lutana
- Malbina
- Marion Bay
- Midway Point
- Mount Nelson
- Mount Rumney
- Neika
- Nugent
- Opossum Bay
- Otago
- Oyster Cove
- Pawleena
- Penna
- Pontville
- Queens Domain
- Richmond
- Ridgeway
- Risdon
- Risdon Vale
- Roches Beach
- Rose Bay
- Rosny
- Sandford
- Snug
- Sorell Creek
- South Arm
- Tea Tree
- Tinderbox
- Tolmans Hill
- Tranmere
- Warrane
- Wattle Hill
- Wellington Park
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How to choose a good builder in Hobart
Hobart has plenty of well-reviewed builders to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most builders here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical builder has 4 reviews. Of the 113 rated builders based in Hobart, 13 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
- 4.35
- typical reviews
- 4
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
50% of builders here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 4 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Hobart compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart North East29 rated builders3 typical reviews | 4.43 | 29 | 3 |
| Inner Hobart30 rated builders7 typical reviews | 4.41 | 30 | 7 |
| Hobart South & West15 rated builders4 typical reviews | 4.41 | 15 | 4 |
| Sorell & Dodges Ferry8 rated builders4 typical reviews | 4.39 | 8 | 4 |
| Brighton5 rated builders2 typical reviews | 4.38 | 5 | 2 |
| All Hobart113 rated builders4 typical reviews | 4.35 | 113 | 4 |
| Hobart North West26 rated builders4 typical reviews | 4.12 | 26 | 4 |
What home building costs
Across Australia, home building typically runs $4,813 – $27,055 for small structure build, and $179,735 – $456,825 for extension build.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Hobart. 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 builder.
Fire Safety Assessment May Apply
Most of Hobart is designated bushfire prone land. A fire safety assessment may be needed for building works — check with your builder or council before starting. Vegetation management rules may apply for landscaping.
Cold Conditions Affect Materials and Timing
Hobart's cool climate means frost protection and cold-rated materials matter for any exterior work. Schedule outdoor projects for the warmer months where possible.
Seasonal Rainfall
Most of Hobart gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for builder work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
What's in a good Home Building 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 builder'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.
- 01Itemised scope
Every stage listed, site prep to finishing, not a lump sum.
- 02Material specs
Exact brand, grade and quantity, not 'good quality'.
- 03Exclusions
Driveways, landscaping, fencing and site costs are classic traps.
- 04Prime cost and provisional sums
Allowances for choices and site work not priced yet.
- 05Licence and insurance
ABN, licence, public liability and home warranty cover.
- 06Permits
Who gets permits, soil tests and compliance certificates.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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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
Do builders need a licence in TAS?
Builders need a licence in TAS for any job.
An owner builder with a permit can do building work on their own home without a licence.
- Licence
- Builder licence
- Categories
- Builder Domestic, Builder Low Rise, Builder Medium Rise, Builder Open
- Regulator
- Consumer Affairs Tasmania
Sources: Occupational Licensing Act 2005, consumeraffairs.tas.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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