How Much Does Concrete Cutting Cost in 2026?

Based on the latest pricing data from ServiceSeeking.com.au, concrete cutting costs average $78 per square metre, with prices starting from $25 per square metre for simpler jobs. For work charged by the hour, the average hourly rate is $71, with minimum rates from $55 per hour. Keep in mind, however, that these figures can vary depending on several factors, including the job's scale and requirements, concrete thickness, site accessibility, and required equipment.

If you’re looking for a broader overview of concreting fees, you can also refer to our general concreter price guide. It covers average hourly rates, typical job costs, and how cleaners structure their pricing across different types of work.

How Concrete Cutting Jobs Are Quoted in 2026

Data from thousands of quotes submitted by trade businesses on our platform reveals a clear preference for how these services are priced:

• 59% of quotes are charged per square metre: This is the dominant pricing structure across the industry. Standardising the cost by area gives homeowners predictable upfront pricing for flat surfaces such as driveways, patio slabs, and footpaths.
• 25% of quotes are charged per hour. Hourly pricing is typically reserved for jobs where the layout is irregular, the depth of the cut is unusual, or site access issues make it difficult to estimate a flat rate in advance.

The remaining portion of market quotes is usually structured as fixed total-job rates, often applied to specialised assignments like deep core drilling for plumbing lines or vertical wall sawing for structural openings.

Average Concrete Cutting Rates

Depending on whether your local contractor quotes by the area or by the clock, pricing trends across Australia generally sit within the following data points:

• Square Metre Rates: Minimum rate of $25 per m², with an average rate of $78 per m².
• Hourly Rates: Minimum rate of $55 per hour, with an average rate of $71 per hour.

Lower-end rates typically cover basic, shallow cuts on plain concrete with clean, easy access. On the higher end, you are paying for the operation of heavy-duty diamond saws, dust-minimisation setups, and the physical labour required to cut through thick, reinforced concrete slabs containing internal steel mesh or rebar.

Concrete Cutting Cost Disclaimer

The prices in this guide are based on quote data from concrete cutting jobs posted on ServiceSeeking.com.au. They are intended as a general pricing guide only and should not be treated as fixed industry rates.

Actual costs may vary depending on the project's complexity, your location, site conditions, required materials and equipment, and the contractor you choose. Comparing multiple quotes remains the best way to understand current market pricing for your specific job.