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The Courier Mail: Queensland tradies are the most expensive

Written by Bettina Diaz | Dec 2, 2014 4:04:00 AM


In this article, we delve into the escalating costs of hiring tradespeople in Queensland, shedding light on the latest findings and trends in renovation expenses. 

Here are some key insights: 

Queensland emerges as the most expensive state in Australia for hiring tradespeople, surpassing even Western Australia.

  • Research from ServiceSeeking.com.au reveals a significant 7.5% increase in renovation costs in Queensland compared to the previous year.
  • Among various trades, concreting experiences the most notable price surge, with an 11.5% increase in hourly rates.
  • Tiling also witnesses a significant price hike of 1.9%.
  • Landscaping sees a substantial cost increase of 9.2%.
  • While painting rates decreased by 2.3%, plumbing also saw a slight decrease of 1.5%.
  • The average hourly wage for Queensland tradies is $63.14, exceeding the national average by 6.4%.
  • Western Australia's average hourly rate for tradespeople falls by 2.8% from $64.12 to $62.32.

Read the full article here.