Licensed Builders in Adelaide, South Australia
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7 suburbs · Data from Consumer and Business Services
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AdelaideBuilder Statistics
Breakdown by Licence Class
- Building Work1,478
About Builders in Adelaide
Adelaide has a strong network of 648 licensed builders, spread across 7 suburbs. All builders listed are registered with Consumer and Business Services, the South Australia licensing authority responsible for ensuring compliance and consumer protection.
Verify licences on Consumer and Business ServicesHiring a Builder in Adelaide
Adelaide is a major Australian city with strong demand for licensed builders. With 648 options across the metro area, finding the right one for your job is both achievable and important. Always verify their licence through Consumer and Business Services before any work begins.
5-Point Hiring Checklist for Adelaide
- Verify their Consumer and Business Services registration — Search on TradieVerify or the Consumer and Business Services website. Confirm the licence class matches the work required.
- Check insurance coverage — Ask for proof of public liability insurance (minimum $5 million recommended) and workers compensation insurance if they employ staff.
- Get a detailed written quote — The quote should specify scope, materials, labour, and any potential additional costs. For work over $500, a written contract is recommended.
- Confirm compliance certificates — Your builder must issue the appropriate compliance certificate upon completion of regulated work.
- Ask about clean-up and warranties — Reputable builders include site clean-up and offer workmanship warranties (typically 12–24 months).
Always ask your builder for their Consumer and Business Services licence number before any work begins. You can verify it instantly on TradieVerify. A legitimate builder will have no hesitation providing this.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed builders are there in Adelaide?
As of February 2026, there are 648 licensed builders registered across the Adelaide metropolitan area, covering 7 suburbs tracked by TradieVerify.
How do I verify a builder's licence in South Australia?
You can verify any South Australia builder's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through Consumer and Business Services. Enter the builder's name or licence number to confirm their registration status, licence class, and any compliance history.
Which Adelaide suburbs have the most builders?
The Adelaide suburbs with the highest concentration of licensed builders include Adelaide (166), North Adelaide (138), West Lakes (137), Port Adelaide (82), Semaphore (63). Inner-city suburbs tend to have more builders due to higher population density and commercial activity.
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