Builders in Brisbane, QLD
Find local builders servicing Brisbane and its 306 localities, listed nearest-first. Free to search — contact businesses directly.
Builders near Brisbane
Hiring a builder in Brisbane: what to check
- Check the tradie holds the licence or registration required in your state for your type of job.
- Ask for a written quote that lists labour, materials and GST.
- Get a written contract for larger jobs — many states require one for residential building work over a set value.
- Ask whether they hold public liability insurance.
- Check the ABN on the ABN Lookup website.
- Ask how long the job will take and who will be on site.
Typical jobs
- Home extensions and second storeys
- Knock-down rebuilds and new homes
- Renovations and structural changes
- Granny flats and secondary dwellings
- Duplexes
- Decks, patios and outdoor rooms
- Insurance and storm-damage repairs
Tips for Brisbane
- Metro areas usually have more builders to choose from, so it’s worth comparing two or three written quotes.
- Mention parking, access and any strata or building rules when you book, as these can affect scheduling.
- Check with Brisbane council early about whether your project needs approval before you get final quotes.
- Brisbane covers 306 localities, so check that the business’s service area actually includes your suburb.
About Brisbane
Brisbane is a metropolitan council area in Queensland. It takes in 306 localities across 77 postcodes between 4000 and 4860, including Brisbane, Brisbane Adelaide Street, Brisbane City, Brisbane Gpo, Brisbane-City.
Neighbouring areas include Logan, Redland and Ipswich, so builders based nearby may also service Brisbane. Searches on this page start from Brisbane (4000) and show listed businesses nearest-first.
Suburbs and postcodes covered
Nearby areas
Other trades in Brisbane
Builders in Brisbane: FAQs
Do builders in Brisbane need a licence?
In Queensland, building work (including carpentry) above a set value generally needs a QBCC licence. Check the licence and its class on the QBCC online licence search before you sign a contract.
Which suburbs does this Brisbane page cover?
It covers the Brisbane council area in Queensland: Brisbane, Brisbane Adelaide Street, Brisbane City, Brisbane Gpo, Brisbane-City, Parliament House, Petrie Terrace, Spring Hill, New Farm, Teneriffe, Bowen Bridge, Bowen Hills and more (77 postcodes between 4000 and 4860). Enter your own suburb or postcode to search from your exact location.
What if there’s no builder listed in Brisbane?
Find My Tradie is a new directory, so some areas have few or no listings yet. Results always show the nearest listed builders first, so try a neighbouring area such as Logan, and check back as more local businesses join.
How are builders near Brisbane ordered on Find My Tradie?
Results are real, live listings shown nearest-first by distance from Brisbane (4000). Each card shows how far away the business is and whether its service area covers you.
Is Find My Tradie free to use?
Yes. Searching is free for homeowners, and you contact the business directly by phone or email. We don’t take a cut of your job.
I’m a builder — how do I list my business?
You can list your business for $19 a month including GST, paid by direct debit. Your listing shows your trades, service area and contact details. Start at findmytradie.au/join/.
Are you a builder in Brisbane?
List your business on Find My Tradie for $19 a month (incl. GST) and get found by locals searching for builders.