Licensed Builders in Sydney, New South Wales
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48 suburbs · Data from NSW Fair Trading
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SydneyBuilder Statistics
Breakdown by Licence Class
- Builder38,193
- Kitchen Bathroom Laundry Renovator865
- Metal Fabricator300
- Minor Maintenance/Cleaning213
- Minor Trade Work52
- Erection of Pre-fabricated metal-framed home additions and structures19
- Underpinning and Piering6
About Builders in Sydney
Sydney has a strong network of 5,232 licensed builders, spread across 48 suburbs. All builders listed are registered with NSW Fair Trading, the New South Wales licensing authority responsible for ensuring compliance and consumer protection.
Verify licences on NSW Fair TradingHiring a Builder in Sydney
Sydney is a major Australian city with strong demand for licensed builders. With 5,232 options across the metro area, finding the right one for your job is both achievable and important. Always verify their licence through NSW Fair Trading before any work begins.
5-Point Hiring Checklist for Sydney
- Verify their NSW Fair Trading registration — Search on TradieVerify or the NSW Fair Trading 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 NSW Fair Trading 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 Sydney?
As of February 2026, there are 5232 licensed builders registered across the Sydney metropolitan area, covering 48 suburbs tracked by TradieVerify.
How do I verify a builder's licence in New South Wales?
You can verify any New South Wales builder's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through NSW Fair Trading. Enter the builder's name or licence number to confirm their registration status, licence class, and any compliance history.
Which Sydney suburbs have the most builders?
The Sydney suburbs with the highest concentration of licensed builders include Merrylands (383), Castle Hill (286), Bankstown (234), Strathfield (233), Sydney (206). Inner-city suburbs tend to have more builders due to higher population density and commercial activity.
All Builders by Sydney Suburb
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