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$7,777 – $25,955
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What to expect when hiring cabinet makers in East Brisbane
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
How to choose a good cabinet maker in East Brisbane
East Brisbane has plenty of well-reviewed cabinet makers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most cabinet makers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical cabinet maker has 7 reviews. Of the 103 rated cabinet makers within 15 km of East Brisbane, 31 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
- 4.62
- typical reviews
- 7
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
60% of cabinet makers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 7 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Buranda93 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.66 | 93 | 7 |
| New Farm85 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.65 | 85 | 7 |
| Stanley Bridge104 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.62 | 104 | 7 |
| East Brisbane103 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.62 | 103 | 7 |
| Norman Park97 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.62 | 97 | 7 |
| Hawthorne95 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.61 | 95 | 7 |
What cabinet making costs
Across Australia, cabinet making typically runs $7,777 – $25,955 for kitchen cabinetry, and $7,871 – $22,237 for wardrobe & built-ins.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for East Brisbane. 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 cabinet maker.
Termite Risk — Timber
Termite activity is very high in East Brisbane. All timber — cabinetry, joinery, framing, flooring — should be termite-treated or a naturally resistant species. Annual inspections are essential.
Strata Area
East Brisbane is predominantly apartments and units — body corporate approval is often needed before external work can start. Check with your owners corporation early in the process.
Body Corp Sign-Off May Be Needed
East Brisbane is predominantly apartments and units. Body corporate approval is typically required before cabinet maker work affecting common property, shared wiring, or building systems. Check with your owners corporation early — approval can add weeks.
Check Your Lease Before Booking
Over half of properties in East Brisbane are rentals. If you're a tenant, check your lease before booking cabinet maker work — some jobs need landlord approval. End-of-lease services are in high demand here, so book well ahead.
Premium Finishes
Properties in East Brisbane typically feature higher-end finishes and fittings. Ask your cabinet maker about their experience with premium materials — the right techniques and products make a real difference with quality surfaces.
What's in a good Cabinet Making 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 cabinet maker'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.
- 01Material specs
Carcass board, door finish and benchtop, with brand and thickness.
- 02Hardware brand
The hinge and runner brand, like Blum or Hettich.
- 03Itemised cost
Line-by-line so you see where the money goes.
- 04Exclusions
Demolition, waste, benchtop fabrication, plumbing or electrical.
- 05Written warranty
Years of cover on both materials and workmanship.
- 06Payment milestones
Deposit under 20 per cent, payments tied to stages.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do cabinet makers need a licence in QLD?
Cabinet makers need a licence in QLD for jobs over $3,300.
Making and fitting cabinets needs a Cabinetmaking licence. Smaller jobs inside a bigger licensed contract still need a licence.
- Licence
- Contractor licence (Cabinetmaking)
- Regulator
- Queensland Building and Construction Commission
Sources: Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018, qbcc.qld.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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