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Greater Melbourne
Cabinet makers based across the regions of Greater Melbourne.
Where the cabinet makers are
1,085cabinet makers
- South East Melbourne279
- Western Melbourne173
- North West Melbourne158
- North East Melbourne118
- Outer East Melbourne115
+ 4 more regions in Greater Melbourne
See every regionCabinet makers in South East Melbourne
279 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Western Melbourne
173 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in North West Melbourne
158 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in North East Melbourne
118 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Outer East Melbourne
115 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Inner South Melbourne
93 based here · Region
Regional VIC
Cabinet makers based in the regions outside Greater Melbourne.
Where the cabinet makers are
287cabinet makers
+ 3 more regions in Regional VIC
See every regionCabinet makers in Barwon
64 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Latrobe & Gippsland
55 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Hume
40 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Loddon Campaspe
29 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in Goulburn Valley
27 based here · Region
Cabinet makers in North West Victoria
25 based here · Region
What to expect when hiring cabinet makers in Victoria
Where cabinet makers in Victoria 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 Victoria
South East Melbourne has the most cabinet makers in Victoria.
Cabinet makers based in each region
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How to choose a good cabinet maker in Victoria
Victoria 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 4 reviews. Of the 998 rated cabinet makers based in Victoria, 186 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
- 4.68
- typical reviews
- 4
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
67% of cabinet makers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 4 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Victoria compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Barwon51 rated cabinet makers4 typical reviews | 4.83 | 51 | 4 |
| Inner South Melbourne75 rated cabinet makers4 typical reviews | 4.76 | 75 | 4 |
| Frankston & Mornington Peninsula72 rated cabinet makers5 typical reviews | 4.75 | 72 | 5 |
| All Victoria998 rated cabinet makers4 typical reviews | 4.68 | 998 | 4 |
| North East Melbourne85 rated cabinet makers7 typical reviews | 4.68 | 85 | 7 |
| Western Melbourne127 rated cabinet makers5 typical reviews | 4.67 | 127 | 5 |
| Outer East Melbourne86 rated cabinet makers5 typical reviews | 4.65 | 86 | 5 |
| South East Melbourne193 rated cabinet makers4 typical reviews | 4.61 | 193 | 4 |
| North West Melbourne118 rated cabinet makers5 typical reviews | 4.59 | 118 | 5 |
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 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.
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.
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 cabinet maker in VIC
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Cabinet makers need a licence in VIC for jobs over $10,000.
A cabinet maker who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.
- Licence
- Domestic builder registration (limited to cabinet making, joinery and stair construction)
- Categories
- Domestic builder (limited to cabinet making, joinery and stair construction), Domestic builder (limited to carpentry), 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 cabinet making 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 some cabinet making 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 cabinet making 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 cabinet making jobs.
You get these protections only for built-in work, such as cabinets or stairs, not freestanding furniture.
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 cabinet making in VIC
Do cabinet makers need a licence in VIC?
Cabinet makers need a licence in VIC for jobs over $10,000.
The licence is the Domestic builder registration (limited to cabinet making, joinery and stair construction).
A cabinet maker who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.
How do I check a cabinet maker's licence in VIC?
Ask the cabinet maker for their licence number, then look them up on the Building and Plumbing Commission public register.
Check a licenceWho regulates cabinet makers in VIC?
Cabinet makers are regulated by Building and Plumbing Commission.
Are there exceptions to the licence rule for cabinet makers in VIC?
Built-in cabinets, joinery and stairs still need a registered builder when they are the only work.
A cabinet maker who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.
Do I need a written contract with a cabinet maker in VIC?
Cabinet making 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.
You get these protections only for built-in work, such as cabinets or stairs, not freestanding furniture.
How much deposit can a cabinet maker 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 some cabinet making jobs.
You get these protections only for built-in work, such as cabinets or stairs, not freestanding furniture.
Does a cabinet maker have to give me home warranty insurance in VIC?
Cabinet making 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.
You get these protections only for built-in work, such as cabinets or stairs, not freestanding furniture.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a cabinet maker 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.
You get these protections only for built-in work, such as cabinets or stairs, not freestanding furniture.
Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Regulations 2017, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995, Building Act 1993. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
Every region in VIC
Each region with its areas. Numbers are cabinet makers based there.
Greater Melbourne
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