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What to expect when hiring concreters in Upwey

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

Where concreters near Upwey are based

Of the 71 concreters listed, none are based in Upwey, but 54 are within 15 km, the most in Rowville, Hallam and Bayswater. The other 17 are based more than 15 km away.

based in Upwey
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based within 15 km
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based further away
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Around Upwey: where concreters are basedMap of the suburbs within about 15 km of Upwey 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; Upwey 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 Upwey

Upwey 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 7 reviews. Of the 61 rated concreters within 15 km of Upwey, 20 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 November 2026.

average rating
4.55
typical reviews
7
what the best have
4.8★ · 10+

Star rating

56% of concreters here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 7 or fewer reviews

Best: 10+ reviews

How does that compare to other suburbs?

SuburbAverage star rating
Upper Ferntree Gully86 rated concreters10 typical reviews
4.60
Upwey61 rated concreters7 typical reviews
4.55
Tecoma58 rated concreters8 typical reviews
4.52
Belgrave Heights58 rated concreters10 typical reviews
4.52
Belgrave56 rated concreters8 typical reviews
4.51
Sherbrooke51 rated concreters10 typical reviews
4.51

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 Upwey. 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.

Bushfire Prone Land
Cool Climate Zone
Above-Average Rainfall
  • Keep Gutters Clear and Check Council Rules

    Upwey is classified as bushfire prone land — keeping gutters and roof valleys clear is especially important here. If your property is near bushland, check with council whether any specific requirements apply.

  • Cold Conditions Affect Materials and Timing

    Upwey's cool climate means frost protection and cold-rated materials matter for any exterior work. Schedule outdoor projects for the warmer months where possible.

  • Schedule Outdoor Work for Drier Months

    Upwey gets more rain than most areas — concreting work benefits from scheduling in the drier months. Your tradie will work around the forecast, but booking ahead gives the best run of clear days.

  • Winter Frost

    Upwey gets light frosts in winter — concrete pours and exterior rendering are best scheduled outside the coldest months.

  • Renovation Activity

    Upwey has solid renovation activity — popular concreter professionals can book up. Getting quotes a couple of weeks ahead gives you better options.

Best time of year for concreting in Upwey

Ideal months: January to March.

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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 VIC?

Concreters need a licence in VIC for jobs over $10,000.

The price is the full amount you pay the concreter, including labour, materials and GST.

A concreter who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.

A contract just for a concrete driveway or paving usually needs no registered builder, whatever it costs.

Licence
Domestic builder registration (limited to footings and slab work)
Categories
Domestic builder (limited to footings and slab work), Domestic builder (limited to the construction of structural landscaping), Domestic builder (unlimited)
Regulator
Building and Plumbing Commission

Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

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Does bushfire classification affect work in Upwey?
Upwey is classified as bushfire prone land. For most properties this means regular maintenance — keeping gutters clear and managing vegetation near the house. Properties closer to bushland may have additional requirements. Check with your council if unsure.
Does the cool climate affect concreting work in Upwey?
Yes — Upwey gets regular cold conditions that affect material choice and scheduling. Frost-rated products for any exterior surface are recommended, and the warmer months give the best working conditions and results.
Does rain affect scheduling concreting work in Upwey?
Upwey gets more rainfall than the Australian average, so concreting work benefits from targeting the drier months. Your tradie will work around the weather, but planning ahead means fewer delays.
Does frost affect concreting work in Upwey?
Light frosts in Upwey can affect cementitious products if they're applied in cold conditions. Scheduling outdoor concrete, rendering, or paving work for the warmer months gives the best result.

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