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What to expect when hiring concreters in Johnston

Where concreters near Johnston are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where concreters near Johnston are based

Of the 22 concreters listed, none are based in Johnston, but 18 are within 25 km, the most in Berrimah, Holtze and Winnellie. The other 4 are based more than 30 km away.

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Around Johnston: where concreters are basedMap of the suburbs within about 25 km of Johnston where concreters are based, from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Suburbs are shaded from light to dark teal by how many concreters are based there; Johnston is outlined. A list of suburbs grouped by band follows the map.
Suburb boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good concreter in Johnston

Johnston has plenty of well-reviewed concreters to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.

Most concreters here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical concreter has 4 reviews. Of the 15 rated concreters within 30 km of Johnston, 4 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
4.15
typical reviews
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what the best have
4.8★ · 10+

Star rating

40% of concreters here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 4 or fewer reviews

Best: 10+ reviews

How does that compare to other suburbs?

SuburbAverage star rating
Johnston15 rated concreters4 typical reviews
4.15
Gunn15 rated concreters4 typical reviews
4.15
Farrar15 rated concreters4 typical reviews
4.15
Bakewell15 rated concreters4 typical reviews
4.15
Zuccoli15 rated concreters4 typical reviews
4.15
Yarrawonga15 rated concreters4 typical reviews
4.15

What concreting costs

Across Australia, concreting typically runs $2,888 – $8,813 for concrete driveway, and $1,228 – $4,828 for paths & patios.

Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Johnston. 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 concreter.

Cyclone Zone
Coastal Area
Tropical Climate Zone
High Rainfall Area
Hot Summers
  • Cyclone-Rated Materials Required

    Johnston is in a cyclone zone — all external installations need cyclone-rated fixings and mounting. Standard fixings aren't adequate for the wind loads here.

  • Coastal Conditions

    Johnston is close enough to the coast for salt air to be a factor on exterior surfaces. Coastal-grade products last noticeably longer than standard options here — worth specifying in your quote.

  • UV-Stable and Mould-Resistant Products Essential

    Johnston's tropical climate means intense UV, high humidity, and heavy seasonal rain. Mould-resistant, UV-stable products aren't optional for exterior work here.

  • Book Early — Weather Windows Fill Fast

    Johnston gets significantly more rainfall than most of Australia — concreter work needs to target the drier months. Book well ahead, because the good weather windows fill up fast.

  • Cooler Months Give Better Results

    Johnston has genuinely hot summers — heat affects how exterior materials cure and set. Scheduling concreter work for the cooler months often gives a better result. When summer work is unavoidable, your tradie will work around the temperature — application early, prep and shade-side work during the hottest part of the day.

Best time of year for concreting in Johnston

Ideal months: June to July.

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Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.

What's in a good Concreting 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 concreter's quote covers before you choose.

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  • 01
    Grade and thickness

    The MPa grade and slab depth in millimetres, stated.

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    Reinforcement

    Mesh spec like SL72, or the rebar size, named.

  • 03
    Sub-base prep

    What base is laid and compacted, and to what depth.

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    Excavation and spoil

    Whether digging out and carting away is included.

  • 05
    Drainage and falls

    Minimum fall away from the house, and any channel drains.

  • 06
    Control joints

    Cut or tooled joints listed with their spacing.

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Do concreters need a licence in NT?

Concreters need a licence in NT for jobs $25,000 or more.

Registration covers a new home or an extension that adds floor area. It also covers a garage, carport or retaining wall built with it.

Licence
Building contractor registration
Categories
Building Contractor Residential (Restricted), Building Contractor Residential (Unrestricted)
Regulator
Northern Territory Building Practitioners Board

Sources: nt.gov.au, Building Regulations 1993, bpb.nt.gov.au. Checked 17 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring concreters

Does cyclone risk affect concreter work in Johnston?
Yes — Johnston is in a cyclone-rated area. All external installations, from solar panels to fencing, need cyclone-rated fixings and mounting systems. Make sure your quote specifies cyclone-rated materials.
Does the coast affect exterior finishes in Johnston?
At Johnston's distance from the ocean, salt air does affect exterior surfaces and finishes over time. Coastal-grade products are a worthwhile step up from standard — they add modest cost but meaningfully extend the life of the finish.
Does the tropical climate affect concreter work in Johnston?
Yes — Johnston's tropical conditions drive everything: UV-stable products for any exterior surface, mould resistance for coatings, and scheduling around the wet season. Discuss tropical-rated product options when getting quotes.
Can concreter work be done year-round in Johnston?
Johnston receives high rainfall, so concreter work is best scheduled for the drier months. Weather delays are common outside the dry window — booking well in advance makes a real difference.
When should I schedule concreter work in Johnston?
Johnston gets regular days above 35°C in summer, which affects how exterior materials cure and set. For the best result, schedule concreter work for the cooler months. If summer work is unavoidable, your tradie will work around the temperature — application early, prep and shade-side work during the heat.

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