How much do Builders cost?

Builders are normally hired for longer-term projects that usually involve a higher cost than many other jobs. Whether you’re building a new house from scratch, planning a renovation or an extension, there’s more involved than you may think.

While the price range and median price of building jobs in your state will matter, it isn’t the most indicative of what your particular project will cost. Building a new home from scratch will obviously cost significantly more than adding a simple home extension. Choice of features will also factor into the final cost in the end.

Below is the average cost per hour for a builder in different states around Australia.

Builder on a construction site. | Source: Statiker

The cost of your building ultimately comes down to the size, complexity, and vision of your project. Oneflare customers have been quoted for the following estimates for their building projects:

• Apartment or house: According to data obtained by Oneflare, the price range of a building project for a house is $29,000 and $295,600, compared to $50,000 to $238,100 for apartments.
• The number of storeys: For one-storey building projects, the cost can be anywhere between $9,400 and $173,600. For double-storey projects, the price range is from $100,900 to $407,500.

References
References are of more importance when it comes to building or construction jobs. They’re a relatively hefty investment so you want to be sure that the business you hire for the job is the right one for you. A good way to obtain references is to look through past customer reviews on their Oneflare profile, or alternatively, ask them for some photos of past work they have completed.

Industry Experience
Industry experience is more important than you may think. A builder with a great amount of industry experience will often have a sound understanding of local codes, zoning laws, and project management; all indicators of quality and efficiency.

Education: Certificate III
Building and construction are considered highly specialised fields that require particular qualifications before undertaking any work. By working with an experienced and qualified builder, it will give you the ultimate peace of mind with regards to safety and reliability. In Australia, a builder is qualified to work as a skilled tradesman or contractor when a Certificate III is obtained after completing a four-year apprenticeship. They can also gain a qualification through school-based apprenticeships which include off and on the job training.

Registered: Building Practitioners’ Board
For the builder or contractor to carry out any construction or building project valued over $5,000, they must be a registered member of the Building Practitioners’ Board. Additionally, they must gain approval from the Board to obtain a building permit for your project

Are They Verified
If they have the verified badge on their Oneflare profile, this means they have provided an ABN and are a legitimate business.

* The cost data is based on Oneflare and third-party sources