Top 10 Builders in Brisbane, Queensland
There are currently 10 highly-rated building businesses in Brisbane, Queensland listed on TradeRefer, with an average Google rating of 5.0★ across 536 public reviews. The 10 listed below are ranked from highest to lowest rating, all ABN-checked and community-recommended.
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10 Businesses
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Top 10 Building in Brisbane — Ranked by Customer Rating
Compare building in Brisbane, Queensland using ABN, profile, public review, and referral signals where available.
Casey Constructions
Personalised solutions for your renovation projects. Get started today! Contact us.
ProBuilder
Probuilder are the best builder and home repairs team in the Brisbane. Specialising in Hamilton, Ascot, Clayfield, Hendra and Albion regions.
Flat Hill Constructions
Flat Hill is a kitchen, bathroom and laundry renovations company in Brisbane. We design and build modern and luxury bathrooms. Book a free consult today.
Essa Constructions
Essa Constructions is a highly rated building business serving Chermside and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 60 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated building providers in the area. Contact Essa Constructions today — call +61 7 3559 2354 or visit their website for a free quote.
Dare Homes
We’ve spent our lives building homes for Queenslanders. But more importantly, we’ve stood right where you are, and we understand what you’re thinking right now.
Riparian Constructions Pty Ltd
Riparian Constructions are the leaders in luxury
Watara Homes
A family owned and operated business, established in 1991 and operating in the Brisbane area. Watara Homes provide architecturally focused building services.
JDL Construction
JDL Construction is a highly rated building business serving Clayfield and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 38 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated building providers in the area. Contact JDL Construction today — call +61 7 3189 3261 or visit their website for a free quote.
Nest Bespoke Homes
Nest Bespoke Homes is a highly rated building business serving Indooroopilly and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 37 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated building providers in the area. Contact Nest Bespoke Homes today — call +61 459 998 100 or visit their website for a free quote.
Baihn Construction
Founded by Leithen Baihn, a licensed builder with over ten years experience in the building and construction industry.
How Much Do Building Cost in Brisbane?
Pricing data based on Australian industry averages for Queensland. Always get 2–3 written quotes.
Typical Range
$80–$160
/hr
After-Hours Rate
$240
Emergency callout
Avg Hourly Rate
$120
Brisbane market average
Prices are estimates only. Always request a written quote before authorising any work.
Building Licensing Requirements in Queensland
In Queensland, builders must hold a QBCC licence. Contracts over $3,300 must be in writing with mandatory cooling-off periods.
How to Choose the Best Building in Brisbane
Use this checklist before hiring any building in Brisbane, Queensland.
- 1
Verify their electrical licence is current at your state's electrical safety authority (e.g. Energy Safe Victoria, NSW Fair Trading).
- 2
Confirm they carry public liability insurance of at least $5 million — ask to see the certificate.
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Get 2–3 written quotes for any job over $500. A written quote protects both parties and clarifies the full scope.
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Check their Google and TradeRefer ratings — look for consistent reviews mentioning punctuality, clean workmanship, and clear communication.
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Ask whether they'll provide a Certificate of Compliance (electrical safety certificate) on completion, as required by law in most states.
Frequently Asked Questions — Building in Brisbane
How much does a home extension cost in Australia?
A single-storey extension typically costs $2,000–$3,500 per m². A 40m² addition runs $80,000–$140,000 including structural work, roofing, cladding, and fit-out. Two-storey additions cost more due to engineering and structural complexity. Always get a fixed-price contract rather than a cost-plus arrangement.
Do I need council approval for a home extension?
Yes in most cases. Extensions that change the building's footprint, height, or floor area require a building permit and often a planning permit. Some minor works fall under 'exempt development' thresholds — these vary by state and council. Your builder or building designer can advise what approvals apply to your project.
What is the difference between a builder and an architect?
An architect designs the building and may project-manage, but doesn't do physical construction. A builder constructs the project to approved plans. A building designer (draftsperson) produces plans without an architect's full qualification. For most residential projects, a building designer plus licensed builder is sufficient and more cost-effective.
How long does a granny flat take to build in Australia?
A standard prefabricated or modular granny flat takes 12–20 weeks from approval to completion. Traditionally-built granny flats take 16–26 weeks. The approval process (council or CDC) takes 4–10 weeks before construction can begin. Total time from concept to move-in is typically 6–12 months.
What should a building contract include?
A compliant building contract must include: fixed price or schedule of rates, scope of works, start and completion dates, progress payment schedule, insurance details, the builder's licence number, variation process, and dispute resolution procedure. Never pay more than 10% deposit in most states.
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