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Local builders can help you with your needs and concerns regarding constructing your home, office, business or any dream property! Here’s what you can expect from builders near you:

Conceptualisation and planning

Before general builders start your construction project, the first stage is to create your concept behind it and plan the blueprints, design and other essential elements. Feel free to plan precisely how you want to as your Tasker guides you to ensure everything is up-to-code and the design and structure are sound and stable. Once the construction plans and blueprints are ready, the next step would be obtaining building and construction permits. This may sound overwhelming, but your Tasker can help you get the right planning permission for your project.

Implementation and execution

Once all the necessary documents and planning are done, your Tasker can now start your construction project! This stage usually starts with clearing and excavating the land to remove boulders, trees or anything that stands in the way of your building. It can also mean demolishing an old property standing on your preferred space while following building regulations. Afterwards, they can proceed with pouring and curing the foundation. Framing comes next, and that includes installing wooden frames and steel beams. 

When your property has been completely framed out, that’s where doing rough electrical and plumbing work comes in. A good builder will install the roof, vents, ductwork, heating, and cooling units and may even start paving your driveway and other outdoor spaces.

Finalisation and completion

The interior of your property is completed at this stage. General builders near you install insulation, drywall, ceilings and outlets. And once the interior walls are good to go, that’s when fixtures such as lighting, windows and doors are added. Renovating the bathroom and installing tubs, toilets, faucets, and sinks can also be a part of this phase. The final step in building services covers finishing touches, from installing your flooring and painting your walls to putting countertops in. 

A construction project may leave a massive mess once it’s finished. Get someone to clean after the builders to make your property look more polished without you having to lift a finger!

Recent Building & Construction tasks in Illawarra

I need a patio build to my house

$200

Fernhill NSW, Australia

15th Dec 2023

I need a patio build on to my house but not attached to my house. Nothing crazy big but decent enough. I need obviously a roof and walls or even railings. I’m open to suggestions. - Due date: Flexible

Finish building bird cage

$150

Berkeley NSW 2506, Australia

8th Sep 2023

Need to finish off installing chicken wire and line the roof. - Due date: Flexible

Builder. Remove and replace floor damaged by moisture

$5,000

Mount Warrigal NSW, Australia

31st Jul 2023

Remove and replace downstairs rumpus room floor and replace with new. Some footings may need replacing, due to moisture damage. - Due date: Flexible

Building a new retaining wall in front of an existing one

$9,999

Mount Saint Thomas NSW, Australia

4th Jul 2023

Looking for a quote to build a new concrete retaining wall in front of existing one. - Due date: Flexible

Rebuilding of an existing retaining wall approx 20 mts

$3,000

Kiama NSW, Australia

31st May 2023

The exiting retaining wall is approximately 30 yrs old It is build from wood The wall has started to lean Neighbours trees could be adding to the problem - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 22 May 2023 - Due date: Flexible

Build a toilet in laundry area

$5,000

Wollongong NSW, Australia

18th Apr 2023

Need a quote for An extra toilet built in laundry area . The price below is for complete job . Labour plus material. - Due date: Flexible

Build a sandstone wall

$600

Fairy Meadow NSW, Australia

28th Mar 2023

We require a sandstone wall to be built - approx 11m long x 900mm high. Dry joint but laid with brickies mud on a footing. The 3D render image shows where it needs to be built. - Due date: Flexible

Build a detached building

$2,000

Flinders NSW 2529, Australia

15th Feb 2023

Would like to build a detached building back of house 4x8, already have council approval. - Due date: Flexible

Demolish old then build new wall to 9 courses with 150cm fence above

$2,000

Austinmer NSW, Australia

29th Nov 2022

3 metre wide retaining wall approx. 9 courses to be rebuilt in new brick + 5 metre (long wall) 9 course high on new footing. An L shape configuration surrounding a single car space. The shorter wall, has a garden, this wall acts as a retaining wall. The longer wall will have a wooden double clad fence on top of the wall. Hardwood cladding with steel posts. The fence will be at two heights (1500mm and 1000 mm). The fence separates two adjoining properties. Please, experienced builders only need apply. Willing to discuss price and dates - Due date: Flexible

Build steel frame weatherboard garage

$9,000

Shell Cove NSW, Australia

5th Nov 2022

We have a steel frame garage that needs to be built, weatherboarded with James Hardie and painted. - Due date: Before Sunday, 20 November 2022

Cement render external building

$2,000

Primbee NSW, Australia

24th Jun 2022

Cement render and paint the front of a 2 storey brick building. Approximately 70 sqm. - Due date: Flexible

Build a TV unit

$2,500

Dapto NSW 2530, Australia

6th Apr 2022

*Looking for someone that can build a Hamptons Style TV Unit. *I have the measurements and a rough sketch. *I am not in a hurry to get it done, looking more for sometime in June!

Build a carport. Labour only.

$350

Cordeaux Heights NSW, Australia

9th Mar 2022

Colorbond carport 2.5w x 2.5h x 3m long. One side attached to house and 2 posts for the other side. With guttering. Labour only. Materials can be supplied. - Due date: Flexible

Build retaining wall

$5,000

West Wollongong NSW, Australia

10th Feb 2022

Build retaining wall 10 m straight run 6 m 90 degree return going up hill 1200 - 1400 high - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 5th Mar 2022

Looking for licensed builder to sign off a works.

$500

Woonona NSW, Australia

11th May 2021

Hi, We have a small project that requires some of the works to be signed off by a licensed builder. Mainly the installation of a fireproof cladding on a small external wall.

Build a platform at the back

$200

Balgownie NSW, Australia

9th May 2021

I want to build a platform or stairs to claim up the green tank. Need a builder or handy man to do it. I dont have materials or tools, please offer me a price that u will do from begining till finish.

Very pleased to deal with Mohamad, fast service and within budget.

Realign steep driveway, build garage or carport

$9,999

Albion Park NSW, Australia

18th Dec 2020

inspection to quote driveway, and build cover for vehicles, wishing to have verandah roof added

I need building & construction services

$5

Dapto NSW 2530, Australia

1st Jul 2020

I would like to get a free quote on building services to turn my shed into a granny flat, walls to be constructed etc. Some beams might need to be removed to meet the ceiling height requirements etc. My budget is not $5 I just didn't want to put it in.