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Licensed Builders in Southport, QLD

266 Verified Browse all verified licensed builders serving Southport and surrounding suburbs.

Data last updated: 14 February 2026 from Queensland Building and Construction Commission register

Builder Directory — Southport, QLD

Name	Licence #	Class	Status
Geo-Serve Pty Ltd	1194859	Site Classifier	Active
Geoffrey Thomas Arnell	1133633	Builder - Low Rise	Active
George Dimitri Mastrocostas	1163664	Builder - Open	Active
George Giannes	1315014	Builder - Open	Active
George Hirakis	16990	Builder - Open	Active
George Zavras	15207232	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Global Project Solutions Group Pty Ltd	15296607	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Goldengrove Building Group Pty Ltd	1155792	Builder - Open	Active
Goodwin Constructions Pty Ltd	75409	Builder - Open	Active
Graeme Fenton Tamaki	70132	Builder - Open	Active
Grant Bond Fielder	32298	Builder - Open	Active
Greg Norman Faure	15005905	Builder - Open	Active
Greyburn Building Pty Ltd	15073686	Builder - Open	Active
Greyburn Constructions Pty Ltd	15273867	Builder - Open	Active
Hallmark Homes Pty. Ltd.	23846	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Heran Construction No 1 Pty Ltd	15036660	Builder - Open	Active
Heran Projects Pty Ltd	15429745	Builder - Open	Active
Hyunggeun Lee	15471893	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Iain MacMillan	1126685	Builder - Open	Active
Ian Grainger Odgers	25164	Builder - Open	Active
Innovative D&B Company Pty Ltd	15380783	Builder - Open	Active
Insitugroup Queensland Pty Ltd	15413975	Builder - Open	Active
Integrated Event Delivery Management Pty Ltd	15257927	Builder - Project Management Services	Active
Jackson Gumm	15300541	Builder - Low Rise	Active
James Aaron Saarikko	1097845	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Jamie Alexander Paterson	15089479	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Jarrod William Coleman	15486897	Builder - Open	Active
Jaryd Cade Banks	1183784	Builder Restricted to Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry Installation	Active
Jason John Donnelly	15268819	Builder - Open	Active
Jason Matthew Wood	1017246	Builder Restricted to Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry Installation	Active
Jason Wayne Glover	15143263	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Jason William Mathew Jerome	15015385	Sheds, Carports and Garages	Active
Jay Bentley	1166515	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Jay Davidson	15476575	Builder - Open	Active
Jayson Marc Rene Gill	1148062	Builder - Open	Active
Jess Jack Callaghan	1271565	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Jesse Blake Nelmes	15041015	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Joel Nathan McMullen	15000243	Builder - Open	Active
John D'Auvergne Punshon	73533	Builder - Open	Active
John Michael Ashton	22450	Builder - Medium Rise	Active
John Robert Makepeace	1154432	Builder - Medium Rise	Active
Joint Projects Australia Pty. Ltd.	1103771	Builder - Open	Active
Joohyun Kim	15542927	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Joshua Ethan Hughes	15491919	Building Design - Low Rise	Active
Jt Qld Investment Pty Ltd	15459887	Builder - Open	Active
Julian Ferrari	15217854	Builder - Open	Active
Justice Anthony Ferguson	15355881	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Justyn Robert Gibson	15107021	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Karston Homes Pty Ltd	15199098	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Kemas Construction Pty Ltd	1307554	Builder - Open	Active
Kraken Building Pty Ltd	15486361	Builder - Open	Active
Lachlan Alan Steward	15261003	Builder - Open	Active
Lee Anthony Walters	1154035	Builder - Open	Active
Lei Tu	15109492	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Liam John Howe	15244694	Builder - Project Management Services	Active
Lindsay Wood	735653	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Luke Donald Maroney	15001469	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Luke Douglas Sullivan	15086699	Builder - Medium Rise	Active
M2M Constructions Pty Ltd	15454267	Builder - Open	Active
Maid Sejdic	1121933	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Malcolm John Heddes	75476	Builder Restricted to Structural Landscaping	Active
Marcello Amico Comparini	15125224	Builder Restricted to Structural Landscaping	Active
Marco Luca Mariano Piedrabuena	15257386	Builder Restricted to Structural Landscaping	Active
Mark Anthony Jones	21812	Builder - Medium Rise	Active
Mark Edmund MacKney	1149289	Builder - Open	Active
Mark Ryan McLeod Ferrie	1197418	Builder - Open	Active
Marlon Abesamis Pueblos	1145118	Builder - Open	Active
Martin Christopher Heran	21016	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Martyn Robinson	15280006	Builder - Open	Active
Matthew Charles Lingard	15030835	Builder - Open	Active
Matthew Downes	15239081	Builder - Open	Active
Matthew James Gibson	1199722	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Matthew Jason Little	15296385	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Matthew Kerr	15240967	Builder - Open	Active
Matthew Raymond Castles	1158773	Builder - Open	Active
Matthew Xhilaga	15197537	Builder - Open	Active
Maxim Building Pty Ltd	1280844	Builder - Medium Rise	Active
Mayank Ashwinkumar Patel	15255916	Builder - Open	Active
Michael John Byrne	1061972	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Michael John O'Regan	20385	Builder - Open	Active
Michael Paul Ferraro	724776	Builder - Open	Active
Michael Roger Duckett	1147936	Builder - Open	Active
Mitchell Leigh Bohringer	1110972	Builder - Open	Active
Mitchell Timothy Sedgman Wade	15101800	Builder - Open	Active
Mora Consulting Pty Ltd	1002083	Builder - Open	Active
Mr Build Projects Pty Ltd	15476821	Builder - Low Rise	Active
National Property Developers Pty Ltd	1182476	Builder - Open	Active
Naturezen Constructions Qld Pty Ltd	15429983	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Neville James Davis	32340	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Nhan Quoc Pham	1079299	Sheds, Carports and Garages	Active
Nicholas David Sutherland	15399525	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Nicholas Peter McMillan	1284294	Builder Restricted to Structural Landscaping	Active
Nicholas William Lindsay	1090524	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Nk Developments Aus Pty Ltd	15450255	Builder - Open	Active
Northtrade Pty. Ltd.	727744	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Novo1 Interiors Pty Ltd	15261884	Builder - Medium Rise	Active
Npd Developments Pty Ltd	1247396	Builder - Open	Active
Paul Anthony Barbadoro	15464137	Builder - Open	Active
Paul Frederick Hile	74479	Builder - Low Rise	Active
Paul Irwin Sweeney	23194	Builder - Medium Rise	Active

Geo-Serve Pty LtdActive

Licence1194859

ClassSite Classifier

Geoffrey Thomas ArnellActive

Licence1133633

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

George Dimitri MastrocostasActive

Licence1163664

ClassBuilder - Open

George GiannesActive

Licence1315014

ClassBuilder - Open

George HirakisActive

Licence16990

ClassBuilder - Open

George ZavrasActive

Licence15207232

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Global Project Solutions Group Pty LtdActive

Licence15296607

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Goldengrove Building Group Pty LtdActive

Licence1155792

ClassBuilder - Open

Goodwin Constructions Pty LtdActive

Licence75409

ClassBuilder - Open

Graeme Fenton TamakiActive

Licence70132

ClassBuilder - Open

Grant Bond FielderActive

Licence32298

ClassBuilder - Open

Greg Norman FaureActive

Licence15005905

ClassBuilder - Open

Greyburn Building Pty LtdActive

Licence15073686

ClassBuilder - Open

Greyburn Constructions Pty LtdActive

Licence15273867

ClassBuilder - Open

Hallmark Homes Pty. Ltd.Active

Licence23846

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Heran Construction No 1 Pty LtdActive

Licence15036660

ClassBuilder - Open

Heran Projects Pty LtdActive

Licence15429745

ClassBuilder - Open

Hyunggeun LeeActive

Licence15471893

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Iain MacMillanActive

Licence1126685

ClassBuilder - Open

Ian Grainger OdgersActive

Licence25164

ClassBuilder - Open

Innovative D&B Company Pty LtdActive

Licence15380783

ClassBuilder - Open

Insitugroup Queensland Pty LtdActive

Licence15413975

ClassBuilder - Open

Integrated Event Delivery Management Pty LtdActive

Licence15257927

ClassBuilder - Project Management Services

Jackson GummActive

Licence15300541

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

James Aaron SaarikkoActive

Licence1097845

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Jamie Alexander PatersonActive

Licence15089479

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Jarrod William ColemanActive

Licence15486897

ClassBuilder - Open

Jaryd Cade BanksActive

Licence1183784

ClassBuilder Restricted to Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry Installation

Jason John DonnellyActive

Licence15268819

ClassBuilder - Open

Jason Matthew WoodActive

Licence1017246

ClassBuilder Restricted to Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry Installation

Jason Wayne GloverActive

Licence15143263

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Jason William Mathew JeromeActive

Licence15015385

ClassSheds, Carports and Garages

Jay BentleyActive

Licence1166515

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Jay DavidsonActive

Licence15476575

ClassBuilder - Open

Jayson Marc Rene GillActive

Licence1148062

ClassBuilder - Open

Jess Jack CallaghanActive

Licence1271565

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Jesse Blake NelmesActive

Licence15041015

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Joel Nathan McMullenActive

Licence15000243

ClassBuilder - Open

John D'Auvergne PunshonActive

Licence73533

ClassBuilder - Open

John Michael AshtonActive

Licence22450

ClassBuilder - Medium Rise

John Robert MakepeaceActive

Licence1154432

ClassBuilder - Medium Rise

Joint Projects Australia Pty. Ltd.Active

Licence1103771

ClassBuilder - Open

Joohyun KimActive

Licence15542927

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Joshua Ethan HughesActive

Licence15491919

ClassBuilding Design - Low Rise

Jt Qld Investment Pty LtdActive

Licence15459887

ClassBuilder - Open

Julian FerrariActive

Licence15217854

ClassBuilder - Open

Justice Anthony FergusonActive

Licence15355881

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Justyn Robert GibsonActive

Licence15107021

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Karston Homes Pty LtdActive

Licence15199098

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Kemas Construction Pty LtdActive

Licence1307554

ClassBuilder - Open

Kraken Building Pty LtdActive

Licence15486361

ClassBuilder - Open

Lachlan Alan StewardActive

Licence15261003

ClassBuilder - Open

Lee Anthony WaltersActive

Licence1154035

ClassBuilder - Open

Lei TuActive

Licence15109492

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Liam John HoweActive

Licence15244694

ClassBuilder - Project Management Services

Lindsay WoodActive

Licence735653

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Luke Donald MaroneyActive

Licence15001469

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Luke Douglas SullivanActive

Licence15086699

ClassBuilder - Medium Rise

M2M Constructions Pty LtdActive

Licence15454267

ClassBuilder - Open

Maid SejdicActive

Licence1121933

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Malcolm John HeddesActive

Licence75476

ClassBuilder Restricted to Structural Landscaping

Marcello Amico CompariniActive

Licence15125224

ClassBuilder Restricted to Structural Landscaping

Marco Luca Mariano PiedrabuenaActive

Licence15257386

ClassBuilder Restricted to Structural Landscaping

Mark Anthony JonesActive

Licence21812

ClassBuilder - Medium Rise

Mark Edmund MacKneyActive

Licence1149289

ClassBuilder - Open

Mark Ryan McLeod FerrieActive

Licence1197418

ClassBuilder - Open

Marlon Abesamis PueblosActive

Licence1145118

ClassBuilder - Open

Martin Christopher HeranActive

Licence21016

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Martyn RobinsonActive

Licence15280006

ClassBuilder - Open

Matthew Charles LingardActive

Licence15030835

ClassBuilder - Open

Matthew DownesActive

Licence15239081

ClassBuilder - Open

Matthew James GibsonActive

Licence1199722

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Matthew Jason LittleActive

Licence15296385

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Matthew KerrActive

Licence15240967

ClassBuilder - Open

Matthew Raymond CastlesActive

Licence1158773

ClassBuilder - Open

Matthew XhilagaActive

Licence15197537

ClassBuilder - Open

Maxim Building Pty LtdActive

Licence1280844

ClassBuilder - Medium Rise

Mayank Ashwinkumar PatelActive

Licence15255916

ClassBuilder - Open

Michael John ByrneActive

Licence1061972

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Michael John O'ReganActive

Licence20385

ClassBuilder - Open

Michael Paul FerraroActive

Licence724776

ClassBuilder - Open

Michael Roger DuckettActive

Licence1147936

ClassBuilder - Open

Mitchell Leigh BohringerActive

Licence1110972

ClassBuilder - Open

Mitchell Timothy Sedgman WadeActive

Licence15101800

ClassBuilder - Open

Mora Consulting Pty LtdActive

Licence1002083

ClassBuilder - Open

Mr Build Projects Pty LtdActive

Licence15476821

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

National Property Developers Pty LtdActive

Licence1182476

ClassBuilder - Open

Naturezen Constructions Qld Pty LtdActive

Licence15429983

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Neville James DavisActive

Licence32340

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Nhan Quoc PhamActive

Licence1079299

ClassSheds, Carports and Garages

Nicholas David SutherlandActive

Licence15399525

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Nicholas Peter McMillanActive

Licence1284294

ClassBuilder Restricted to Structural Landscaping

Nicholas William LindsayActive

Licence1090524

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Nk Developments Aus Pty LtdActive

Licence15450255

ClassBuilder - Open

Northtrade Pty. Ltd.Active

Licence727744

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Novo1 Interiors Pty LtdActive

Licence15261884

ClassBuilder - Medium Rise

Npd Developments Pty LtdActive

Licence1247396

ClassBuilder - Open

Paul Anthony BarbadoroActive

Licence15464137

ClassBuilder - Open

Paul Frederick HileActive

Licence74479

ClassBuilder - Low Rise

Paul Irwin SweeneyActive

Licence23194

ClassBuilder - Medium Rise

Hiring a Builder in Southport

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

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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Queensland

Licence Required

Licensing is managed by Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC).

Licence Types

Builder — Open

Unrestricted building work including residential and commercial

Builder — Medium Rise

Building work up to 3 storeys

Builder — Low Rise

Building work up to 2 storeys

Key Requirements

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (CPC40120) or Diploma
Minimum 4 years industry experience (2 years in supervisory role)
QBCC financial requirements (minimum net tangible assets)

Penalties for unlicensed work

Unlicensed building work in QLD carries fines up to $46,575 for individuals. QBCC can also issue stop-work orders, direction to fix notices, and suspend or cancel licences.

Typical Builder Costs in QLD

Hourly Rate

$70 – $120

Callout Fee

$80 – $150

Common Jobs

Job	Cost Range
Deck construction (20-30sqm)	$5000 – $15000
Bathroom renovation	$15000 – $35000
Kitchen renovation	$20000 – $50000

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 QLD?

You can verify any builder's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through the Queensland Building and Construction Commission 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 Southport?

There are currently 266 licensed builders registered in Southport, QLD. This data is sourced directly from the Queensland Building and Construction Commission register and updated regularly.

Licensed Builders in Southport, QLD

Builder Directory — Southport, QLD

Hiring a Builder in Southport

Builder Licensing Requirements in Queensland

Licence Types

Key Requirements

Typical Builder Costs in QLD

Common Jobs

Related Directories

Builders in Nearby Suburbs

Other Trades in Southport

Broader Areas

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What does Home Warranty Insurance actually cover?

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

Do I need council approval before my builder starts work?

What is a defects liability period?

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

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

How many licensed builders are in Southport?