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Will new ducting or new roof/wall holes be required for these fans?
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Greater Brisbane
Ventilation specialists based across the regions of Greater Brisbane.
Where the ventilation specialists are
2ventilation specialists
Ventilation specialists in Brisbane Northside
1 based here · Region
Ventilation specialists in Logan & Beaudesert
1 based here · Region
Regional QLD
Ventilation specialists based in the regions outside Greater Brisbane.
Where the ventilation specialists are
3ventilation specialists
Ventilation specialists in Central Queensland
1 based here · Region
Ventilation specialists in Gold Coast
1 based here · Region
Ventilation specialists in QLD Outback
1 based here · Region
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What to expect when hiring ventilation specialists in Queensland
Where ventilation specialists in Queensland are based, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where ventilation specialists are based in Queensland
Brisbane Northside has the most ventilation specialists in Queensland, while jobs in 14 regions (including Brisbane CBD and Brisbane Southside) will need tradies to travel in.
Ventilation specialists based in each region
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What ventilation costs
Across Australia, ventilation typically runs $336 – $1,029 for bathroom exhaust fan, and $281 – $1,480 for rangehood installation.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Queensland. 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 ventilation specialist.
Ventilation and Moisture Management Drive Design
Most of Queensland has warm, humid summers and mild winters — moisture management is the key design consideration for any climate control or building work here.
What's in a good Ventilation 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 ventilation specialist's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.
- 01Fan make and model
The exact brand and model of every fan unit.
- 02External ducting
Air discharges to a roof cowl or eave, not the cavity.
- 03AS 1668.2 airflow
Minimum airflow in litres per second, like 25 L/s for a bathroom.
- 04Licensed electrician
Hardwiring done by a licensee, with a Certificate of Compliance.
- 05Roof penetration
The cowl, weatherproof seal and roof flashing.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Hiring a ventilation specialist in QLD
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Ventilation specialists need a licence in QLD for jobs over $3,300.
Ventilation ductwork needs an Air handling duct installation licence. Smaller jobs inside a bigger licensed contract still need a licence.
- Licence
- Contractor licence (Air handling duct installation)
- Regulator
- Queensland Building and Construction Commission
- Written contractover$3,300Level 2 regulated contract (full written contract) from $20,000
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed. Larger jobs need more terms in the contract.
Applies to ventilation jobs.
- Deposit cap
The cap is lower for larger jobs and higher when most of the work is done off site.
Applies only to contracts over $3,300.
- Home warranty insuranceover$3,300
Your licensed contractor arranges the cover, and it pays out up to a set maximum per home.
Applies to ventilation jobs.
- Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $3,300
You lose this right if you got formal legal advice on the contract before signing it.
Applies to ventilation jobs.
Sources: Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018, qbcc.qld.gov.au, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about ventilation in QLD
Do ventilation specialists need a licence in QLD?
Ventilation specialists need a licence in QLD for jobs over $3,300.
Ventilation ductwork needs an Air handling duct installation licence. Smaller jobs inside a bigger licensed contract still need a licence.
The licence is the Contractor licence (Air handling duct installation).
How do I check a ventilation specialist's licence in QLD?
Ask the ventilation specialist for their licence number, then look them up on the Queensland Building and Construction Commission public register.
Check a licenceWho regulates ventilation specialists in QLD?
Ventilation specialists are regulated by Queensland Building and Construction Commission.
Are there exceptions to the licence rule for ventilation specialists in QLD?
Ductwork has its own licence class, separate from mechanical services.
Do I need a written contract with a ventilation specialist in QLD?
Ventilation jobs over $3,300 need a written contract, and jobs from $20,000 need a Level 2 regulated contract (full written contract).
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed. Larger jobs need more terms in the contract.
How much deposit can a ventilation specialist ask for in QLD?
The cap is lower for larger jobs and higher when most of the work is done off site.
Applies only to contracts over $3,300.
Does a ventilation specialist have to give me home warranty insurance in QLD?
Ventilation jobs over $3,300 need home warranty insurance.
Your licensed contractor arranges the cover, and it pays out up to a set maximum per home.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a ventilation specialist in QLD?
You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $3,300.
You lose this right if you got formal legal advice on the contract before signing it.
Sources: Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018, qbcc.qld.gov.au, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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