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Licensed Plasterers in New South Wales

3,554

licensed plasterers

3 cities · 2 licence classes · Data from NSW Fair Trading

Search by name, licence number, or business name

2,629Dry Plasterer925Wet Plasterer

New South WalesPlasterer Statistics

Breakdown by Licence Class

  • Dry Plasterer
    2,629
  • Wet Plasterer
    925

Breakdown by Financial Category

  • Uncategorised
    3,554

Plasterer Licensing in New South Wales

NSW Fair Trading — Regulatory Overview

NSW Fair Trading is New South Wales's principal regulator for the building and construction industry, responsible for licensing all plasterers who perform regulated work in the state. The NSW Fair Trading issues and renews licences, sets minimum requirements for licensees, investigates complaints, and takes disciplinary action against non-compliant operators.

As of February 2026, NSW Fair Trading oversees 3,554 licensed plasterers across New South Wales, covering 2 licence classes. This represents one of the most comprehensive licensing regimes in Australia, designed to protect consumers and maintain industry standards.

Pro Tip

Always check a plasterer's licence class before signing a contract. Different licence classes authorise different types and scales of work. You can verify both their licence class and status on TradieVerify or the NSW Fair Trading website.

How to Verify a Plasterer in New South Wales

Verifying a plasterer's licence in New South Wales is straightforward and should be done before engaging any tradesperson for work. You can use TradieVerify's free search tool to instantly look up any New South Walesplasterer by name, licence number, or business name. Alternatively, you can search directly through NSW Fair Trading at https://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au.

When verifying, confirm: (1) the licence is current and active, (2) the licence class covers the type of work you need, (3) there are no conditions or restrictions on their licence, and (4) there is no disciplinary history. A legitimate plasterer will have no hesitation providing their licence number for verification.

Penalties for Unlicensed Work

Performing unlicensed plasterer work in New South Wales carries significant fines. Homeowners who engage unlicensed plasterers lose access to statutory consumer protections and may face voided insurance, failed inspections, and other consequences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed plasterers are there in New South Wales?

As of February 2026, there are 3,554 licensed plasterers registered with NSW Fair Trading in New South Wales. This includes all licence classes: Dry Plasterer, Wet Plasterer.

What is NSW Fair Trading and how does it regulate plasterers in New South Wales?

NSW Fair Trading is the regulatory body responsible for licensing and overseeing plasterers in New South Wales. It issues licences, investigates complaints, enforces building standards, and can suspend or cancel licences for non-compliance.

How do I verify a plasterer's licence in New South Wales?

You can verify any New South Wales plasterer's licence using TradieVerify's free search tool or directly through NSW Fair Trading at https://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au. Enter the plasterer's name or licence number to confirm their registration status, licence class, and any disciplinary history.

What happens if I hire an unlicensed plasterer in New South Wales?

Hiring an unlicensed plasterer in New South Wales means you lose access to statutory consumer protections. Unlicensed work may void your home insurance, fail inspections, and the unlicensed operator faces significant fines under New South Wales law. Always verify a plasterer's licence before engaging them.