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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

• Service trenches
• Drainage
• Tight access
• Unknown services

Typical cost

$300 - $2,500+ depending on length and access

Average time

Small trenches can be same day

When to call a tradie

Call a tradie when trenching for electrical, plumbing, drainage or irrigation.

Can I do anything myself?

Do not trench around unknown services.

Safety note

Check underground services before trenching.

Questions your tradie may ask

• Length and depth?
• What service is it for?
• Any service plans?

Photos to prepare

• Trench route
• Access
• Plans

How do I find the right earthworks contractor 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 trenching usually cost in Australia?

$300 - $2,500+ depending on length and access

How long does trenching normally take?

Small trenches can be same day

What should I prepare before requesting quotes?

Prepare trench route, access, plans. Tradies may also ask: Length and depth? What service is it for? Any service plans?