Homeowners planning a flooring upgrade can expect to pay an average floor installation cost of $61 per square metre, according to the latest bidding data from ServiceSeeking.com.au. At the lower end, quotes start from as little as $16 per square metre for more straightforward jobs.
Most tradespeople on our platform price flooring work by area rather than by the hour or as a flat job fee. Of all the floor installation quotes submitted through ServiceSeeking, 81% are calculated per square metre, making it by far the most common way installers price their work. This method gives homeowners a clearer, more proportional idea of what a job will cost, since the total naturally scales with the size of the space being floored.
The remaining share of quotes are worked out differently, such as a fixed price for the whole project. This approach tends to suit smaller or highly specific jobs, or situations where the flooring company prefers to bundle materials, labour and finishing work into a single upfront figure.
Based on our data, here's what homeowners can generally expect to pay:
These figures cover a broad range of flooring types and job sizes, so the price for any individual project may sit well above or below the average.
While these figures offer a helpful starting point, the best way to understand what your project will cost is to request quotes from a few flooring professionals directly. Every home and every flooring job is different, and prices can vary depending on the scale and specific requirements involved. Comparing multiple quotes through ServiceSeeking is a straightforward way to find a qualified installer who suits both your budget and your project.