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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

• Weak heating
• Noisy unit
• Pilot or ignition fault
• Old system check

Typical cost

$180 - $450+ depending on system

Average time

Often 1-2 hours

When to call a tradie

Call a tradie before winter or when heating becomes unreliable.

Can I do anything myself?

You can check vents and controller settings before booking.

Safety note

Gas heating should be serviced by qualified technicians.

Questions your tradie may ask

• Gas or electric ducted system?
• Any error lights?
• When was it last serviced?

Photos to prepare

• Heater unit
• Controller
• Compliance plate

How do I find the right hvac technician 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 ducted heating service usually cost in Australia?

$180 - $450+ depending on system

How long does ducted heating service normally take?

Often 1-2 hours

What should I prepare before requesting quotes?

Prepare heater unit, controller, compliance plate. Tradies may also ask: Gas or electric ducted system? Any error lights? When was it last serviced?