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Licensed Builders in Canberra, ACT

8986 Verified Browse all verified licensed builders serving Canberra and surrounding suburbs.
Data last updated: 17 February 2026 from Access Canberra register

Builder Directory — Canberra, ACT

RENEE IoppiExpired
Licence200212702
ClassClass A
RENEE MARGARET MILLERExpired
Licence2013344
ClassOwner Builder
RENEE PAULA STALSActive
Licence2013267
ClassClass B - Energy Efficiency
RENEE STRAMANDINOLIExpired
Licence2017591
ClassOwner Builder
RENFAY PROJECTS PTY LTDSuspended
Licence20231099
ClassClass A
RENOVATIVE (NSW) PTY LTDActive
Licence2025243
ClassClass A
RENSEN CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTDActive
Licence20181307
ClassClass C
RESBUILT PTY LIMITEDExpired
Licence20181128
ClassClass C
RESINJECT PTY LIMITEDActive
Licence201674
ClassClass A
RETLAW COMPTONActive
Licence20201062
ClassClass C
REUBEN DAVID FARRUGIAActive
Licence200413710
ClassClass D
REX RATNAMActive
Licence2023447
ClassClass C
REZA BAHRAMIEHExpired
Licence20211800
ClassClass C
RHEM THAUNGActive
Licence2007155
ClassClass A
RHETT LAURENCE WEBSTERActive
Licence2007412
ClassClass A
RHIANNON CLOWRYActive
Licence2023841
ClassOwner Builder
RHYS GARETH LLEWELLYNExpired
Licence2015583
ClassOwner Builder
RHYS HARRISActive
Licence2023286
ClassOwner Builder
RHYS JADE FAGUNDEZActive
Licence2025663
ClassClass C
RHYS SerafinActive
Licence2025491
ClassClass C
RHYS WILLIAM AhrensActive
Licence2025601
ClassClass C
RI-CON CONTRACTORS PTY LTDExpired
Licence20151214
ClassClass A
RIAN JEFFREY BURNELLActive
Licence2014374
ClassClass C
RICCARDO MeneghelExpired
Licence19884253
ClassClass D
RICCARDO PAT GUSELIActive
Licence199811315
ClassClass D
RICE CONSTRUCTION GROUP PTY LTDActive
Licence20211401
ClassClass A
RICHA JITENDRA KESWANIActive
Licence2025478
ClassClass C
RICHARD FRANCIS KulagaExpired
Licence199711105
ClassClass B
RICHARD & JANETTE ANNE DRUMMONDExpired
Licence200024405
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD ACHRAMActive
Licence2024569
ClassClass A
RICHARD ALAN HARDYExpired
Licence200112443
ClassClass B
RICHARD ALEKSANDER ZENTELISExpired
Licence2013814
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD ALEXANDER MCGOLDRICKExpired
Licence2013492
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD AmosExpired
Licence20161165
ClassClass D
RICHARD BASSETT-SMITHActive
Licence2025803
ClassClass C
RICHARD BENJAMIN STARKEExpired
Licence20141370
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD CADDICKExpired
Licence2019882
ClassClass A
RICHARD CHRISTIANExpired
Licence2017711
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS PTY. LIMITEDActive
Licence2005692
ClassClass A
RICHARD DAMIAN SARKSExpired
Licence2016759
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD DAVID MAGEEExpired
Licence2015282
ClassClass B
RICHARD DAWSONExpired
Licence20201248
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD DEREK HILLExpired
Licence20141101
ClassClass B
RICHARD EDWARD FLINTActive
Licence2011702
ClassClass C
RICHARD FornerActive
Licence19947131
ClassClass B
RICHARD GEORGE BORICExpired
Licence19926111
ClassClass D
RICHARD GRANT COULSONExpired
Licence20111440
ClassClass C
RICHARD HALASAExpired
Licence2013333
ClassClass A
RICHARD HOLDENExpired
Licence2018365
ClassClass C
RICHARD HOLMESActive
Licence20241086
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD HUDSONActive
Licence2023616
ClassClass A
RICHARD JAMES COOKSONExpired
Licence2014458
ClassClass C
RICHARD JARAMExpired
Licence20201331
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD JOHN BROWNINGExpired
Licence20141388
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD JOHN HARTLEYActive
Licence20221307
ClassClass A
RICHARD JOHN HeywardActive
Licence19947007
ClassClass B
RICHARD JOHN PHILIPPAExpired
Licence19957305
ClassClass B
RICHARD JOHN SIMPSONExpired
Licence2015164
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD JOHN WILLIAMSActive
Licence20141258
ClassClass D
RICHARD JOSEPH MILINActive
Licence19947268
ClassClass A
RICHARD JOSEPH ZAJAActive
Licence2014396
ClassClass C
RICHARD KONARSKIExpired
Licence2013680
ClassClass A - Energy Efficiency
RICHARD KOZJAKExpired
Licence201051
ClassClass A
RICHARD LEE DavisActive
Licence2013763
ClassClass C
RICHARD LINDSEY SYNNOTTExpired
Licence20141322
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD MCGRATHActive
Licence2014383
ClassClass C
RICHARD MILAN JARAMActive
Licence199815817
ClassWater Supply Plumber
RICHARD NEVIN ELLISExpired
Licence20101498
ClassClass A
RICHARD NORMAN WHELLUMExpired
Licence2012307
ClassClass C
RICHARD PANTANOActive
Licence2017100
ClassClass A
RICHARD PATRICK DOOExpired
Licence2015380
ClassClass D
RICHARD PATRICK DOYLEActive
Licence1973775
ClassClass C
RICHARD PAUL BRADFORDExpired
Licence2005899
ClassClass C
RICHARD PETER MOSSExpired
Licence20101285
ClassClass A
RICHARD PIUS CRAMBROOKActive
Licence20131109
ClassClass D
RICHARD RIYAZ ALIActive
Licence199811334
ClassClass C
RICHARD ROBINSONExpired
Licence2024619
ClassClass C
RICHARD SALVESTROExpired
Licence2016324
ClassClass C
RICHARD SARGEANTExpired
Licence202081
ClassClass D
RICHARD SARKSExpired
Licence2021330
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD SCULTHORPEActive
Licence20101133
ClassClass D
RICHARD TABONEActive
Licence19925925
ClassClass B
RICHARD TANNOUSActive
Licence2024695
ClassClass B
RICHARD VAUGHAN JOHNExpired
Licence2015438
ClassClass C
RICHARD WAI-YING WANGExpired
Licence2015314
ClassClass A
RICHARD WALDEN WALLACEExpired
Licence20091124
ClassClass A
RICHARD WANE CHRISTIANExpired
Licence20141151
ClassOwner Builder
RICHARD WILLIAM TODDExpired
Licence2019349
ClassClass D
RICHTOFFER FELIPE TOROActive
Licence2023713
ClassClass A
RICK MOUNAJEDExpired
Licence20131146
ClassClass A
RICKY EDWARD JORDANActive
Licence2011519
ClassClass D
RICKY JAMES LEACHActive
Licence20231138
ClassOwner Builder
RIFFAT NOORActive
Licence202424
ClassClass C
RIJITH RAMAKRISHNANActive
Licence2025158
ClassClass B
RINO MarchioriActive
Licence2010985
ClassClass A
RINO SINOSICExpired
Licence2015434
ClassOwner Builder
RIS CONSTRUCTION PTY LTDExpired
Licence201993
ClassClass C
RITA JOYANExpired
Licence20181066
ClassOwner Builder
RITCHIE GREENActive
Licence2023448
ClassClass A
RITE SPACE CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTDActive
Licence2016228
ClassClass B

Hiring a Builder in Canberra

Before hiring any builder in Canberra, use this checklist to protect yourself and ensure you're working with a properly licensed and insured professional.

  1. Verify their Home Warranty Insurance is current — For residential building work above the state threshold (e.g. $20,000 in NSW, $16,000 in VIC), the builder must hold Home Warranty Insurance (also called Home Building Compensation in NSW). Ask for the certificate before signing — it protects you if the builder dies, disappears, or becomes insolvent before defects are rectified.
  2. Ask to see their QBCC or equivalent financial standing — In Queensland and several other states, builders must meet minimum net tangible asset requirements. A builder who has recently had financial conditions placed on their licence may be at risk of insolvency. Check the public register for any conditions, sanctions, or disciplinary actions.
  3. Request a detailed scope of works, not just a lump-sum price — A one-line quote of "$350,000 for your renovation" tells you nothing. Insist on a fully itemised scope of works that lists each trade, materials, allowances, PC (prime cost) items, and provisional sums so you can compare quotes fairly and avoid surprise variations.
  4. Confirm how they handle variations and cost overruns — Variations are the number-one source of building disputes in Australia. Ask how changes are documented and priced, whether there is a margin applied to variations, and ensure the contract requires written approval before any variation work commences.
  5. Check their licence class matches the scale of your project — Builder licences are tiered by project scale — for example, QBCC offers Low Rise (up to 2 storeys), Medium Rise (up to 3 storeys), and Open (unrestricted). A builder licensed only for Low Rise cannot legally construct a three-storey townhouse. Verify the licence class on the relevant state register.
Pro Tip

Get at least three quotes and compare not just price, but response time, warranty on workmanship, and whether the quote includes parts.

Red Flags to Watch For
  • No Home Warranty Insurance certificate for work over the threshold — Builders are legally required to provide Home Warranty Insurance before starting residential work above the state threshold. If a builder says insurance "isn't needed" or asks you to split the contract to stay under the threshold, walk away — this is a serious red flag and may indicate they cannot obtain insurance.
  • Demands large upfront deposits beyond the legal limit — Most states cap the deposit a builder can request — for example, 5% in Victoria and 10% in NSW for contracts over $20,000. A builder requesting 30–50% upfront may have cash flow problems and could be using your deposit to fund other projects.
  • Reluctant to put the scope of works in writing — For residential building work above the relevant threshold, a written contract is a legal requirement in every state. A builder who resists putting the full scope, timeline, and payment schedule in writing is exposing you to variations, disputes, and limited legal recourse.
  • Multiple current disciplinary actions on the public register — Check the state licensing register (e.g. QBCC, NSW Fair Trading, VBA) for any directions to rectify, licence conditions, or complaint history. One resolved complaint is normal; multiple open actions suggest systemic quality or conduct issues.

Builder Licensing Requirements in Australian Capital Territory

Licence Required

Licensing is managed by ACT Construction Occupations Registrar.

Licence Types

Builder Licence — Class A

All building work including multi-storey construction

Builder Licence — Class B

Building work up to 2 storeys

Builder Licence — Class C

Limited building work (e.g. alterations and additions)

Key Requirements

  • Diploma of Building and Construction (CPC50220) or equivalent
  • Minimum 3 years supervisory experience
  • Fidelity fund certificate for residential building work

Penalties for unlicensed work

Unlicensed building work in the ACT can result in fines up to $48,000 for individuals. The Construction Occupations Registrar can also issue demerit points, rectification orders, and prohibition notices.

Typical Builder Costs in ACT

Hourly Rate

$75 – $130

Callout Fee

$85 – $160

Common Jobs

JobCost Range
Deck construction (20-30sqm)$5350 – $16050
Bathroom renovation$16050 – $37450
Kitchen renovation$21400 – $53500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a builder and a building contractor?

In most states, the terms are interchangeable for licensing purposes. A "builder" typically refers to someone who constructs or renovates buildings, while a "building contractor" holds the licence that allows them to contract for building work and engage subcontractors. Some states distinguish between a general contractor (whole-of-build) and a specialist or trade contractor (single trade like carpentry or tiling).

What does Home Warranty Insurance actually cover?

Home Warranty Insurance (known as Home Building Compensation in NSW) covers homeowners if the builder cannot complete the work or fix defects due to death, disappearance, or insolvency. It typically covers structural defects for 6 years and non-structural defects for 2 years after completion. It does not cover disputes about quality while the builder is still trading — that is handled through the building tribunal or commission.

How much does it cost to build a house per square metre in Australia?

As a rough guide, expect $1,800–$2,500 per square metre for a standard project home, $2,500–$3,500 for a custom design, and $3,500 or more for architecturally designed or high-specification builds. Costs vary significantly by state, site conditions, finishes, and market demand. Always get at least three detailed quotes for your specific plans and site.

Do I need council approval before my builder starts work?

For most building work beyond minor cosmetic changes, yes. You or your builder must obtain a building permit (or construction certificate in NSW) from council or a private certifier before work begins. Some minor works like garden sheds under a certain size may be exempt. Your builder should confirm permit requirements during the quoting stage.

What is a defects liability period?

The defects liability period is a window — usually 13 to 26 weeks after practical completion — during which the builder must return to fix any defects identified during a final inspection. It is separate from Home Warranty Insurance cover. Document all defects in writing during this period and issue a formal defect notice to the builder.

Can I act as an owner-builder instead of hiring a licensed builder?

Most states allow homeowners to act as their own builder by obtaining an Owner Builder Permit, but thresholds apply — for example, work over $10,000 in NSW or $11,000 in QLD. As an owner-builder you take on all legal responsibility for compliance, subcontractor management, and workplace safety. You must also disclose the owner-builder work when selling the property within 6 years in most states.

How do I verify a builder's licence in ACT?

You can verify any builder's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through the Access Canberra register. Enter the builder's name or licence number to confirm their licence status, class, and any disciplinary history.

How many licensed builders are in Canberra?

There are currently 8986 licensed builders registered in Canberra, ACT. This data is sourced directly from the Access Canberra register and updated regularly.