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Areas in Sunshine Coast

Concreters based across the areas of Sunshine Coast.

Where the concreters are

57concreters

  1. Sunshine Coast Hinterland14
  2. Nambour12
  3. Caloundra9
  4. Maroochy9
  5. Noosa Hinterland7

+ 2 more areas in Sunshine Coast

What to expect when hiring concreters in Sunshine Coast

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

Where concreters are based in Sunshine Coast

Glass House Mountains has the most concreters in Sunshine Coast, while jobs in 99 suburbs (including Aroona and Bald Knob) will need tradies to travel in.

Concreters based in each suburb

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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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Sunshine Coast: where concreters are basedMap of 138 Sunshine Coast suburbs from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Suburbs are shaded from light to dark teal by how many concreters are based there compared with the rest of the region; white suburbs have none listed. A list of suburbs grouped by band follows the map.
Suburb boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

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How to choose a good concreter in Sunshine Coast

Ratings in Sunshine Coast sit a little below nearby areas, at 4.58 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 concreter. The typical concreter has 5 reviews. Of the 40 rated concreters based in Sunshine Coast, 7 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
4.58
typical reviews
5
what the best have
4.8★ · 10+

Star rating

68% of concreters 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 Sunshine Coast compare?

AreaAverage star rating
Maroochy7 rated concreters7 typical reviews
4.91
Nambour6 rated concreters3 typical reviews
4.90
Sunshine Coast Hinterland11 rated concreters6 typical reviews
4.64
Noosa Hinterland6 rated concreters2 typical reviews
4.60
All Sunshine Coast40 rated concreters5 typical reviews
4.58
Caloundra6 rated concreters6 typical reviews
4.37

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 Sunshine Coast. 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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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.

Elevated Wind Area
Warm Humid Zone
High Rainfall Area
Very High Termite Risk
Active Reno Area

  • Wind Exposure

    Most of Sunshine Coast is in an elevated wind area — concreter work should use fixings rated for higher wind loads. Make sure your quote specifies wind-appropriate materials.

  • Moisture Management and Drier-Month Scheduling

    Sunshine Coast's warm, humid climate means moisture management matters for any exterior work. Good ventilation and moisture barriers prevent issues behind surfaces.

  • Book Early — Weather Windows Fill Fast

    Most of Sunshine Coast 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.

  • High Termite Activity

    Most of Sunshine Coast has very high termite activity — annual inspections are essential, and any work involving timber or ground contact should factor in termite management.

  • High Demand — Book Tradies Further Ahead

    Most of Sunshine Coast has high renovation activity — concreter professionals in the area tend to book further in advance. Getting quotes early gives you the best choice of timing and availability.

Best time of year for concreting in Sunshine Coast

Ideal months: July to November.

IdealWorkableLess suitable

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.

  • 02
    Reinforcement

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

  • 03
    Sub-base prep

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

  • 04
    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 QLD?

Concreters need a licence in QLD for jobs over $3,300.

Concreting on a home has its own licence class. Smaller jobs inside a bigger licensed contract still need a licence.

Licence
Contractor licence (Concreting)
Regulator
Queensland Building and Construction Commission
Check a licence on the Queensland Building and Construction Commission registerQLD rules for concreters⁠

Sources: Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991, qbcc.qld.gov.au, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring concreters

How much do concreters typically charge?
Costs vary widely depending on the type of job, its size, site access and whether demolition or disposal is required. This page shows live pricing for your area; most concreters typically combine a call-out fee with an hourly labour rate plus materials, and after-hours work usually attracts higher rates.
Do concreters charge call-out fees?
Call-out fees are common and usually cover travel and the initial assessment. That fee is generally separate from hourly labour and materials, and you may see higher charges for after-hours or emergency attendance.
Do concreters need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Concreting for residential building work generally requires a licensed contractor across Australian states and territories; in NSW licences are issued by the Building Commission NSW (formerly NSW Fair Trading). You should expect providers to display a valid state contractor licence, an ABN with active GST registration and evidence of public liability insurance.

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