Cost Guide
Concreter Costs in Australia
Understand typical concreter costs, key price drivers, and after-hours pricing before you request quotes.
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Hourly rate
$80/hr
Call-out fee
$95
After-hours
1.5x – 2.0x
Price Ranges
Common concreter jobs & costs
Prices based on Australia market data. Most jobs are quoted as fixed price rather than hourly.
Concrete Driveway$2,255 – $8,495
Finish type and decorative workSite and truck accessSubbase condition and preparationExtent of demolition or reconstructionSlab thickness and reinforcement
Concrete Removal$410 – $2,345
Disposal method chosenConcrete volume and thicknessSite access and ground conditionsPlant and equipment needsTiming and after-hours work
Concrete Repair$485 – $1,335
Extent and depth of damagePresence of corroded reinforcementNeed for engineered remediationArea size and finish typeSite access and equipment needs
Concrete Slab$3,495 – $11,895
Slab thickness and reinforcementFinish type and complexitySite access and ground conditionNumber of visits and stagingTiming and callout arrangements
General & other concreting jobs$565 – $1,695
Repair versus full replacementType of finish requiredNeed for plant, permits or accessMaterials, haulage and disposalNumber of visits and curing time
Paths & Patios$1,935 – $8,975
Finish selection and complexitySlab thickness and reinforcementSubbase condition and remediationSite access and deliveriesCuring, protection and return visits
Prices are indicative and based on typical jobs in the Australia area. Your actual quote may differ based on specific job requirements. Get a personalised estimate for your job, then matched tradies can reach out to quote.
Licensing & Compliance
Concreter licensing requirements
Concreter is regulated in Australia. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.
What to look for
- Valid state contractor licence or registration displayed on quotes and advertising
- ABN with active GST registration
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum)
- Concrete Institute of Australia or HIA membership
- White Card (construction induction)
Requirements by state
New South Wales — Contractor Licence (General Concreting Work) / Qualified Supervisor Certificate required · Verify
Victoria — Domestic Builder Registration (limited to footings and slab work) required · Verify
Queensland — Concreting Licence required · Verify
Western Australia — Building Contractor Registration required · Verify
South Australia — Building Work Contractor's Licence (General Concreting) required · Verify
Tasmania — Required for jobs over managing building work, certifying building work, head contractor · Verify
Northern Territory — Building Contractor Registration required · Verify
Australian Capital Territory — Builder Licence required · Verify
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.
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