Home Logbook For tradies

Cost guides

Cost guides &calculators

Plain-English guides and live cost calculators for Australian home jobs — what each job involves, what it typically costs, and how to size it for your home.

Featured30 guides

EV Chargers

Everything you need to know about home EV charging in Australia: how fast, what it costs, what a licensed electrician installs, and which guides answer each question.Browse 30 guides →

Not sure what you need?

Tell us about your job and get a free estimate — no obligation.

Get a free estimate

Painting

23 guidesRoof painting in Australia, explained: why tile and metal roofs need different paint, what drives the cost, how long a roof finish lasts, and why it's a licensed, work-at-height job.Browse guides →

Pest Control

19 guidesDIY pest control vs professional in Australia: most infestations suit a bait or spray, but termites, possums and certain ants need a licensed pest controller. Know the difference.Browse guides →

Tradie Business

6 guidesLead sources for tradies in Australia: the four channels, what the law requires in your advertising and reviews, the limits on cold outreach, and how to judge a paid channel.Browse guides →

Au

1 guideNo hot water, lukewarm or rusty water, or a leaking tank? The most likely hot-water faults and what the repair or replacement typically costs in Australia.Browse guides →

Solar

1 guideHow the federal solar rebate works in 2026: the STC scheme cuts roughly $1,600–$1,800 off a 6.6kW system as an upfront discount — if your installer is CEC-accredited. How it's worked out, why it shrinks each January, and when it ends.Browse guides →

Verified Tradies
Personalised Price Estimate
Compare Quotes
Free For Homeowners