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How much do tradies cost in Townsville?

$130
avg plumber/hr
↑+4.1% this qtr

Australia's largest city and most expensive trade market. Compare Townsville QLD prices across all 36 trades — prices verified March 2026 with data from 90+ Australian sources.

Population
200k
State
QLD
Cost vs Average
≈ national average

Townsville Trade Cost Guides

Plumber $86–$215 /hr↑+2.7% → Electrician $86–$160 /hr↑+1.7% → Kitchen Renovation $8,650–$21,600 total↑+3.7% → Bathroom Renovation $10,800–$21,600 total↑+3.2% → Painter $54–$110 /hr↑+1.7% → Air Conditioning $1,300–$2,700 installed↑+3.6% → Roofing $215–$540 per visit↑+3.3% → Fencing $81–$175 /m↑+4.7% → Solar & Battery $5,400–$9,200 installed↓-1.5% → Landscaping $59–$120 /hr↑+2.3% → Pest Control $195–$485 per visit↑+1.8% → Flooring $49–$120 /sqm↑+2.1% → Tree Removal $270–$865 per tree↑+2.5% → Garage Doors $1,300–$3,775 installed↑+1.6% → Pool Maintenance $110–$325 /month↑+2.0% → Concreting $81–$160 /sqm↑+3.1% → Carpet Cleaning $27–$54 /room↑+1.9% → Removalist $110–$195 /hr↑+2.4% → Hot Water System $865–$2,700 installed↑+2.8% → Retaining Wall $215–$485 /lm↑+3.5% → Tiling $38–$97 /sqm↑+2.2% → Rendering $32–$65 /sqm↑+2.9% → Decking $195–$380 /sqm↑+3.0% → House Cleaning $38–$86 /hr↑+2.3% → Handyman $54–$150 /hr↑+1.9% → Lawn Mowing $49–$110 per visit↑+1.5% → Carpenter $59–$140 /hr↑+2.8% → Locksmith $130–$325 per job↑+1.2% → Plastering $54–$130 /hr↑+3.1% → Gutter Cleaning $110–$300 total↑+1.7% → Skip Bin Hire $215–$390 per hire↑+2.4% → Window Cleaning $43–$86 /hr↑+1.4% → Insulation $13–$38 /sqm↑+2.6% → Pressure Washing $43–$110 /hr↑+1.8% → Bricklaying $49–$110 /hr↑+3.4% → Gas Fitting $110–$215 /hr↑+2.9% →

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About Townsville Trade Costs

Townsville is North Queensland’s largest city and the primary trade hub from Bowen to Cardwell. Costs run 8% above the Brisbane baseline — a remoteness loading combined with strong demand from mining, defence, and construction sectors.

The Lavarack Barracks defence expansion and fast-growing suburbs like Bushland Beach have kept the trade market tight. Solar installation is particularly active, with Townsville’s sunshine hours among Queensland’s highest. Always get at least 3 quotes — compare free Townsville quotes here.

Licensing & Regulations in QLD

In QLD, trade licensing is regulated by QLD Fair Trading. Before hiring any tradesperson in Townsville, verify their licence at fairtrading.nsw.gov.au. All plumbing, electrical, and building work over certain thresholds must be carried out by licensed professionals. Unlicensed work can void your home insurance and leave you without legal protection if something goes wrong.

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