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Greater Sydney

Carpenters based across the regions of Greater Sydney.

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Where the carpenters are

749carpenters

  1. Inner South West Sydney81
  2. Northern Beaches78
  3. Eastern Suburbs70
  4. Blue Mountains & Outer West69
  5. North Sydney & Hornsby62

+ 9 more regions in Greater Sydney

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Regional NSW

Carpenters based in the regions outside Greater Sydney.

Where the carpenters are

800carpenters

  1. Central Coast131
  2. Richmond & Tweed116
  3. Newcastle & Lake Macquarie78
  4. Illawarra75
  5. Capital Region70

+ 9 more regions in Regional NSW

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What to expect when hiring carpenters in New South Wales

Where carpenters in New South Wales are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where carpenters are based in New South Wales

Central Coast has the most carpenters in New South Wales.

Carpenters 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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New South Wales: where carpenters are basedMap of 28 New South Wales regions from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Regions are shaded from light to dark teal by how many carpenters are based there compared with the rest of the state; white regions have none listed. A list of regions grouped by band follows the map.
Region boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good carpenter in New South Wales

Ratings in New South Wales sit a little below nearby areas, at 4.77 stars on average. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.

Ratings vary more here, so using the star rating will help you choose a good carpenter. The typical carpenter has 5 reviews. Of the 957 rated carpenters based in New South Wales, 260 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
4.77
typical reviews
5
what the best have
4.8★ · 10+

Star rating

86% of carpenters here have 4.8 or more

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 5 or fewer reviews

Best: 10+ reviews

How do areas in New South Wales compare?

AreaAverage star rating
Richmond & Tweed72 rated carpenters4 typical reviews
4.93
Eastern Suburbs54 rated carpenters7 typical reviews
4.87
Capital Region34 rated carpenters4 typical reviews
4.86
Inner South West Sydney52 rated carpenters5 typical reviews
4.85
Illawarra54 rated carpenters7 typical reviews
4.84
Newcastle & Lake Macquarie45 rated carpenters4 typical reviews
4.82
Central Coast78 rated carpenters6 typical reviews
4.81
All New South Wales957 rated carpenters5 typical reviews
4.77
Northern Beaches50 rated carpenters5 typical reviews
4.67

What carpentry costs

Across Australia, carpentry typically runs $220 – $605 for door hanging, and $611 – $1,480 for trim, skirting & architraves.

Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for New South Wales. 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.

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What's in a good Carpentry 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 carpenter'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.

  • 01
    Timber specs

    Species, grade and treatment class, like Merbau H3 for decks.

  • 02
    Scope of works

    A line for each stage: demolition, framing, finishing.

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    Hardware and fixings

    Brackets, joist hangers, screws and bolts named.

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    Exclusions

    Skip bins, making good, paint and permits, listed.

  • 05
    Licence and insurance

    Licence number and public liability on the quote.

  • 06
    Council compliance

    Approval or engineering mentioned if your job needs it.

Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.

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Hiring a carpenter in NSW

What the law requires before and after you sign.

Carpenters need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.

Add the cost of labour and materials, including GST. Electrical and plumbing work always needs a licence.

Licence
Contractor licence (carpentry)
Regulator
Building Commission NSW
Check a licence on the Building Commission NSW register
Written contractover$5,000large job contract over $20,000

Prices include GST. A small job contract is a shorter form with the basic information.

Applies to carpentry jobs.

Deposit capup to10%

A deposit is any payment you make before work starts.

Applies to jobs over $5,000. The cap does not apply to smaller jobs.

Home warranty insuranceover$20,000minimum cover $340,000

The price includes GST. The minimum cover is for each home.

Applies to carpentry jobs.

Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $20,000

You can cancel the contract in writing. The time starts when you get a copy of the signed contract.

Applies to carpentry jobs. The price includes GST.

Sources: nsw.gov.au, Home Building Regulation 2014, Home Building Act 1989. Checked 15 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring carpenters

How much do carpenters typically charge?
Carpentry costs vary widely depending on the job. Simple trim or door hanging is usually less than internal framing, small outdoor structures or timber repairs that require more labour and materials. Most carpenters charge a call-out fee plus an hourly labour rate, with after-hours work attracting higher rates; this page shows live local pricing to help you compare quotes.
Do carpenters charge call-out fees?
Call-out fees are common and typically cover travel and the initial assessment. These fees are usually charged separately from hourly labour and materials. After-hours attendance is often charged at a higher rate, so confirm any call-out or minimum fees when requesting quotes.
Do carpenters need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Carpentry work is generally required to be carried out by a licensed tradesperson in every Australian state and territory. In NSW, licences are administered by Building Commission NSW (formerly NSW Fair Trading). You should expect providers to display a valid state building or trade licence on quotes and advertising, and to hold an ABN, public liability insurance and industry memberships such as HIA or Master Builders.

Using SureQuote

Is the SureQuote estimate a quote, and why can a tradie's quote be different?
No. Your estimate is a guide price for a typical job that matches your answers. A tradie prices your actual job in their quote, once they've seen things like access, condition, materials and the full scope. Read the full answer
What happens after I submit my job, and how many tradies will contact me?
We email you your estimate and a link to your job. Up to 3 local tradies can take it and contact you to quote; only they get your name, phone and email, and you choose who to hire, if anyone. Read the full answer
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Yes, getting quotes is free and you don't have to hire anyone. Tradies pay us a capped fee to take your job, and we set it before they quote, so nothing is added to your quote. Read the full answer
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Yes. Add up to 10 photos in the chat after you give your contact details, or later from the job in Hire, and tradies see them before they take the job. Read the full answer
Do I have to hire one of the tradies?
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Does SureQuote check tradies' licences and insurance?
We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

Questions about carpentry in NSW

Do carpenters need a licence in NSW?

Carpenters need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.

Add the cost of labour and materials, including GST. Electrical and plumbing work always needs a licence.

The licence is the Contractor licence (carpentry).

How do I check a carpenter's licence in NSW?

Ask the carpenter for their licence number, then look them up on the Building Commission NSW public register.

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Who regulates carpenters in NSW?

Carpenters are regulated by Building Commission NSW.

Are there exceptions to the licence rule for carpenters in NSW?

A job that costs $5,000 or less in labour and materials, including GST, does not need a licence.

Do I need a written contract with a carpenter in NSW?

Carpentry jobs over $5,000 need a written contract, and jobs over $20,000 need a large job contract.

Prices include GST. A small job contract is a shorter form with the basic information.

How much deposit can a carpenter ask for in NSW?

A carpenter can ask for a deposit of up to 10%.

A deposit is any payment you make before work starts.

Applies to jobs over $5,000. The cap does not apply to smaller jobs.

Does a carpenter have to give me home warranty insurance in NSW?

Carpentry jobs over $20,000 need home warranty insurance, with minimum cover of $340,000.

The price includes GST. The minimum cover is for each home.

Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a carpenter in NSW?

You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $20,000.

You can cancel the contract in writing. The time starts when you get a copy of the signed contract.

The price includes GST.

Sources: nsw.gov.au, Home Building Regulation 2014, Home Building Act 1989. Checked 15 Oct 2026.

Every region in NSW

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