The Courier Mail: Queensland renovation costs slowing down

In this article, we delve into the recent findings of a comprehensive report analyzing over 54,000 quotes submitted by tradesmen online, shedding light on the current state of renovation costs in Queensland.

• A recent report, drawing on data from ServiceSeeking.com.au, indicates a slowdown in renovation costs in Queensland.
• Notably, hourly rates for builders and carpenters in Queensland have decreased by 7% and 6%, respectively, surpassing the national average decline.
• Conversely, tiling costs have increased significantly by 12.3% over the past year, with landscaping costs also rising by 6.6%.
• Jeremy Levitt, the CEO of ServiceSeeking.com.au, suggests that now is an advantageous time for Queenslanders to undertake home renovations, given the more competitive pricing, particularly with the reduced rates of builders and carpenters.

Read the full article here.