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$7,777 – $25,955
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Greater Adelaide
Cabinet makers based across the regions of Greater Adelaide.
Where the cabinet makers are
182cabinet makers
Cabinet makers in Western Adelaide
58 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Northern Adelaide
52 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Southern Adelaide
44 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Central Adelaide & Hills
28 based here · Region
Regional SA
Cabinet makers based in the regions outside Greater Adelaide.
Where the cabinet makers are
63cabinet makers
Cabinet makers in SA South East
42 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in SA Outback
11 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Barossa, Yorke & Mid North
10 based here · Region
Top suburbs in South Australia
What to expect when hiring cabinet makers in South Australia
Where cabinet makers 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 cabinet makers are based in South Australia
Western Adelaide has the most cabinet makers in South Australia.
Cabinet makers 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 cabinet maker in South Australia
South Australia 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 5 reviews. Of the 181 rated cabinet makers based in South Australia, 22 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
- 4.65
- typical reviews
- 5
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
61% of cabinet makers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 5 or fewer reviews
How do areas in South Australia compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| SA South East29 rated cabinet makers6 typical reviews | 4.85 | 29 | 6 |
| SA Outback6 rated cabinet makers4 typical reviews | 4.78 | 6 | 4 |
| Northern Adelaide37 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.76 | 37 | 7 |
| All South Australia181 rated cabinet makers5 typical reviews | 4.65 | 181 | 5 |
| Southern Adelaide35 rated cabinet makers4 typical reviews | 4.60 | 35 | 4 |
| Barossa, Yorke & Mid North9 rated cabinet makers5 typical reviews | 4.58 | 9 | 5 |
| Western Adelaide44 rated cabinet makers4 typical reviews | 4.57 | 44 | 4 |
| Central Adelaide & Hills21 rated cabinet makers10 typical reviews | 4.45 | 21 | 10 |
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 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.
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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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 cabinet maker in SA
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Cabinet makers need a licence in SA for any job.
Fitting built-in furniture on site needs the licence. Making furniture in a workshop does not.
- Licence
- Building work contractor's licence
- Categories
- Other specified building work
- Regulator
- Consumer and Business Services
- 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 cabinet making 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 cabinet making 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 cabinet making jobs.
Sources: cbs.sa.gov.au, sa.gov.au, Building Work Contractors Regulations 2026, Building Work Contractors Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about cabinet making in SA
Do cabinet makers need a licence in SA?
Cabinet makers need a licence in SA for any job.
Fitting built-in furniture on site needs the licence. Making furniture in a workshop does not.
The licence is the Building work contractor's licence.
How do I check a cabinet maker's licence in SA?
Ask the cabinet maker for their licence number, then look them up on the Consumer and Business Services public register.
Check a licenceWho regulates cabinet makers in SA?
Cabinet makers are regulated by Consumer and Business Services.
Do I need a written contract with a cabinet maker in SA?
Cabinet making 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 cabinet maker ask for in SA?
A cabinet maker 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 cabinet maker have to give me home warranty insurance in SA?
Cabinet making 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 cabinet maker 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.
Every region in SA
Each region with its areas. Numbers are cabinet makers based there.
Greater Adelaide
Greater Adelaide hubRegional SA
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