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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

• Levels
• Drainage
• Access
• Spoil removal

Typical cost

$1,500 - $10,000+ depending on site and spoil

Average time

Usually requires plans and inspection

When to call a tradie

Call a tradie before any build, slab or landscaping preparation.

Can I do anything myself?

Do not cut sites without clear levels and service checks.

Safety note

Site cuts should follow plans, levels and service checks.

Questions your tradie may ask

• Do you have plans?
• Is access clear?
• Where does spoil go?

Photos to prepare

• Site photos
• Plans
• Access route

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 site cut usually cost in Australia?

$1,500 - $10,000+ depending on site and spoil

How long does site cut normally take?

Usually requires plans and inspection

What should I prepare before requesting quotes?

Prepare site photos, plans, access route. Tradies may also ask: Do you have plans? Is access clear? Where does spoil go?