Cost Guide
Landscaper Costs in Australia
Understand typical landscaper costs, key price drivers, and after-hours pricing before you request quotes.
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Hourly rate
$85/hr
Call-out fee
$95
After-hours
1.5x – 2.0x
Price Ranges
Common landscaper jobs & costs
Prices based on Australia market data. Most jobs are quoted as fixed price rather than hourly.
Commercial Full Makeover$95,619 – $260,900
Commercial Outdoor Structures$43,003 – $188,608
Commercial Paving$43,893 – $309,680
Commercial Retaining Wall$24,084 – $112,870
Commercial Yard Drainage$15,866 – $161,725
Garden Beds & Edging$1,052 – $3,914
Edging material and finishNew install vs replacementFoundation and precision settingSite access and ground conditionsTiming, crew size and machinery
Landscape Design$2,021 – $5,240
Level of documentationNumber of site visits and revisionsNeed for third-party consultantsSite size and complexityTiming, travel and callout fees
General & other landscaping jobs$470 – $2,145
Job complexity and scopeSpecialist skills and subcontractingMachine hire and equipment needsMaterials and order sizeSite access and waste removal
Landscaping Tidy-Up$805 – $2,485
Disposal and green waste handlingSite condition and vegetation densityMinor repairs and partial replacementsNeed for specialist removalCall-out timing and access
Residential Full Makeover$19,770 – $53,930
Residential Outdoor Structures$8,385 – $37,795
Residential Paving$4,010 – $27,385
Residential Retaining Wall$4,044 – $19,722
Residential Yard Drainage$1,468 – $14,015
Turf Installation$4,369 – $20,778
Turf type and qualitySite preparation and sub-baseRemoval and disposal of existing lawnFinishing and extra servicesAccess, delivery and timing
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
Landscaper licensing requirements
Landscaper may require registration in Australia. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.
What to look for
- Valid state contractor licence or builder registration displayed (where structural work is performed)
- ABN with active GST registration
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum)
- Landscaping Australia Inc or state association membership
- Written quote with scope of works clearly defined
Requirements by state
New South Wales — Required for jobs over structural work, retaining walls, pergolas decks gazebos, $5,000 · Verify
Victoria — Required for jobs over structural work, retaining walls, pergolas decks, requires building permit · Verify
Queensland — Required for jobs over structural work, retaining walls, pergolas decks carports, playground equipment, artificial landforms · Verify
Western Australia — Required for jobs over structural work, requires building permit, $20,000 · Verify
South Australia — Required for jobs over structural work, retaining walls, paving tiling, water features · Verify
Tasmania — Required for jobs over structural work, requires building permit, retaining walls · Verify
Northern Territory — Required for jobs over structural work, retaining walls, prescribed building work · Verify
Australian Capital Territory — Required for jobs over structural work, requires building approval, retaining walls pergolas · Verify
Common Questions
Landscaper pricing FAQ
How much do landscapers typically charge?
Costs vary widely depending on job type and complexity — a tidy-up is typically much less than a full makeover or structural retaining wall. Materials, labour hours, site access and any required design or engineering work usually drive the price. This page shows live pricing to help you compare current rates.
Do landscapers charge call-out fees?
Most landscapers charge a call-out fee to attend and assess the job, and this is usually separate from labour and materials. Hourly labour rates and after-hours or weekend attendance are often charged at higher rates. It’s worth confirming any minimum fees and what the call-out covers when requesting quotes.
When do landscapers need a licence in Australia?
Landscapers typically need a contractor licence or builder registration when work involves structural or building elements such as engineered retaining walls, footings or major excavation. Providers who undertake structural work will usually display a valid state contractor licence or builder registration, while smaller softscape-only jobs often do not require that registration. Check that any landscaper doing structural work holds the appropriate licence or registration.
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 landscapers — your actual quote will depend on your specific job.
How many quotes will I get?
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