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Electricians

switchboards, EV chargers, power points, lighting, safety checks and urgent outages

Plumbers

hot water upgrades, blocked drains, leaking taps, toilets and burst pipes

HVAC technicians

split system installs, servicing, repairs and replacement quotes

Builders

renovations, upgrades, defects, carpentry and project quoting

Landscapers and earthworks

retaining walls, turf, paving, site cuts, trenching, excavation and outdoor upgrades

Concreters and fencers

driveways, slabs, paths, Colorbond fencing, gates and boundary repairs

Roofers and roof plumbers

roof leaks, gutters, downpipes, box gutters, restoration and storm damage

Cleaners, locksmiths and garage doors

end of lease cleans, lock changes, urgent lockouts, motors and roller door repairs

Common problems

• Layout changes
• Cabinetry
• Electrical upgrades
• Plumbing changes

Typical cost

$12,000 - $45,000+ depending on scope

Average time

Often 2-6 weeks depending on trades and cabinets

When to call a tradie

Call a tradie when planning layout changes or service relocation.

Can I do anything myself?

You can choose finishes, but construction and services need trades.

Safety note

Kitchen works can involve electrical, plumbing and structural checks.

Questions your tradie may ask

• Keeping the layout?
• Do you need new appliances?
• Do walls or services move?

Photos to prepare

• Current kitchen
• Floor plan if available
• Appliance list

How do I find the right builder in Melbourne?

Describe the job in plain English. TradeCentral identifies the likely trade, urgency and job type, then prepares the request for suitable local businesses based on service area, licence fit, availability and response quality.

How much does kitchen renovation usually cost in Australia?

$12,000 - $45,000+ depending on scope

How long does kitchen renovation normally take?

Often 2-6 weeks depending on trades and cabinets

What should I prepare before requesting quotes?

Prepare current kitchen, floor plan if available, appliance list. Tradies may also ask: Keeping the layout? Do you need new appliances? Do walls or services move?