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Concreter Cost Calculator & Price Guide — Australia 2026

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Prices include GST. They come from SureQuote's pricing for each job, updated October 2026.

Understand typical concreter costs, key price drivers, and after-hours pricing before you request quotes.

Hourly rate (ex GST)
$80/hr
Call-out fee
Varies — ask when you get quotes
After-hours
1.5x – 2.0x

Price Ranges

Common concreter jobs & costs

Prices based on Australian market data. Most jobs are quoted as fixed price rather than hourly.

Concrete Driveway$2,888 – $8,813
Finish type and decorative work
Site and truck access
Subbase condition and preparation
Extent of demolition or reconstruction
Slab thickness and reinforcement
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Paths & Patios$1,228 – $4,828
Finish selection and complexity
Slab thickness and reinforcement
Subbase condition and remediation
Site access and deliveries
Curing, protection and return visits
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Concrete Slab$3,087 – $6,628
Slab thickness and reinforcement
Finish type and complexity
Site access and ground condition
Number of visits and staging
Timing and callout arrangements
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Concrete Repair$534 – $1,469
Extent and depth of damage
Presence of corroded reinforcement
Need for engineered remediation
Area size and finish type
Site access and equipment needs
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Concrete Removal$451 – $2,580
Disposal method chosen
Concrete volume and thickness
Site access and ground conditions
Plant and equipment needs
Timing and after-hours work
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General & other concreting jobs$622 – $1,865
Repair versus full replacement
Type of finish required
Need for plant, permits or access
Materials, haulage and disposal
Number of visits and curing time
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Prices include GST. They are indicative ranges for a typical job, from SureQuote's pricing for each job, updated October 2026. Your quote can differ for your specific job. Price yours in the calculator, then matched tradies can reach out to quote.

Learn the rules for hiring concreters in your state

Licences, contracts and deposits for concreting work differ across the country. Check yours before you sign.

RuleNSWVICQLDSAWATASNTACT
LicenceWhat the register calls itContractor licence (general concreting)Domestic builder registration (limited to footings and slab work)Contractor licence (Concreting)Building work contractor's licenceBuilding contractor registrationNo licence neededBuilding contractor registrationNo licence needed
Licence needed fromJob value that triggers itOver $5,0001Over $10,000234Over $3,3005Any job value6$20,000 or more7Never$25,000 or more8Never
Check the registerThe official public registerBuilding Commission NSW registerBuilding and Plumbing Commission registerQueensland Building and Construction Commission registerConsumer and Business Services registerBuilding and Energy (WA Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety) registerNot listedNorthern Territory Building Practitioners Board registerNot listed
Written contractRequired aboveOver $5,000 · large job contract over $20,000Over $10,0009Over $3,300 · Level 2 regulated contract (full written contract) from $20,000From $20,000Over $7,500From $20,000From $25,000Does not apply
Deposit capMost you can be asked forUp to 10%10Not listedNot listedUp to 5%11Up to 6.5%12Not listedUp to 5%13Does not apply
Warranty insuranceBuilder must hold it aboveOver $20,000 · minimum cover $340,000Over $20,0009Over $3,300From $20,000 · minimum cover $250,000Over $20,000 · minimum cover $200,000Does not applyFrom $25,000 · minimum cover $200,000Does not apply
Cooling-offAfter you sign5 business days · on contracts over $20,000145 business days · on contracts over $10,00095 business days · on contracts over $3,3005 business days · on contracts over $20,000Does not apply5 business days · on contracts over $20,000Does not applyDoes not apply
  1. 1NSW · Licence needed from: This licence covers general concreting. Add the cost of labour and materials, including GST.
  2. 2VIC · Licence needed from: The price is the full amount you pay the concreter, including labour, materials and GST.
  3. 3VIC · A concreter who works for a registered builder, as an employee or subcontractor, needs no registration of their own.
  4. 4VIC · A contract just for a concrete driveway or paving usually needs no registered builder, whatever it costs.
  5. 5QLD · Licence needed from: Concreting on a home has its own licence class. Smaller jobs inside a bigger licensed contract still need a licence.
  6. 6SA · Staff employed by a licensed business need no licence of their own.
  7. 7WA · Licence needed from: Most driveways and paths need no building permit, so they need no registered builder. Only permit work in the main populated areas does.
  8. 8NT · Licence needed from: Registration covers a new home or an extension that adds floor area. It also covers a garage, carport or retaining wall built with it.
  9. 9VIC · A contract just for a driveway or paving usually does not get these protections. Other concreting for a home does.
  10. 10NSW · Deposit cap: Applies to jobs over $5,000. The cap does not apply to smaller jobs.
  11. 11SA · Deposit cap: Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. Smaller jobs have no deposit limit.
  12. 12WA · Deposit cap: This limit applies to jobs that cost more than $7,500 and less than $500,000.
  13. 13NT · Deposit cap: Applies only to a registered builder's contract of $25,000 or more. It covers a new house, an extension or a structure built with it.
  14. 14NSW · Cooling-off: The price includes GST.

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

VIC Sources: consumer.vic.gov.au, Building Regulations 2018, bpc.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995, Building Act 1993. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

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

SA Sources: cbs.sa.gov.au, sa.gov.au, Building Work Contractors Regulations 2026, Building Work Contractors Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

WA Sources: Building Services (Registration) Regulations 2011, wa.gov.au, Home Building Contracts Regulations 1992, Home Building Contracts Act 1991. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

TAS Sources: consumeraffairs.tas.gov.au, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

NT Sources: nt.gov.au, Building Regulations 1993, bpb.nt.gov.au, Building (RBI and Fidelity Fund Schemes) Regulations 2012. Checked 17 Oct 2026.

ACT Sources: Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004, planning.act.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Common Questions

Concreter pricing FAQ

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.
How accurate is the instant estimate?
Our estimates are built from research across thousands of local jobs and real pricing data. Use them as a guide when speaking to concreters — your actual quote will depend on your specific job.
How many quotes will I get?
We'll match you with up to 3 concreters initially. If you'd like more options, you can request additional matches.
Do I pay anything to get quotes?
No — the service is 100% free for homeowners.
Why do you need photos?
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