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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

• Cracked driveway
• New crossover
• Drainage
• Base preparation

Typical cost

$80 - $180+ per square metre depending on finish

Average time

Often several days including prep and curing

When to call a tradie

Call a tradie when replacing, extending or pouring a driveway.

Can I do anything myself?

You can measure approximate area and choose finish ideas.

Safety note

Driveways need correct base, drainage and curing.

Questions your tradie may ask

• Plain, exposed or coloured?
• Approximate size?
• Any slope or drainage issue?

Photos to prepare

• Driveway area
• Access
• Existing surface

How do I find the right concreter in South 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 concrete driveway usually cost in Australia?

$80 - $180+ per square metre depending on finish

How long does concrete driveway normally take?

Often several days including prep and curing

What should I prepare before requesting quotes?

Prepare driveway area, access, existing surface. Tradies may also ask: Plain, exposed or coloured? Approximate size? Any slope or drainage issue?