Find A Tradie
At APC we recognise the importance of matching the right local Tradie to your project to ensure the customer gets a better quality job from a certified, currently licensed and insured Tradie at value for money prices.
Free Quotes from Locals for all Your Landscaping, Paving, Retaining and Garden Wall Needs!
Our preferred tradies operate independently of APC. We do our best to match a local tradie to your project, however you must conduct your own due diligence on these businesses. Please ensure they are currently licensed and insured for the work they are undertaking.
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At APC, paving is not just our middle name but we also supply retaining wall blocks, concrete sleepers, stepping stones, pool pavers, driveway pavers, wall cladding, outdoor tiles, floor tiles and more, but we can help put you in touch with a local Tradie. Local tradies can help you with your paving quote, landscaping quote or retaining wall quotes and more. Our Tradies service the Adelaide surburbs and are local, insured and licensed. They are independent to APC so we always recommend you conduct your own due diligence on these businesses.
At Australian Paving Centre we support our customers with their paving quotes and retaining wall quotes. If you wish to save thousands on your DIY project, we also have a range of resources available to tackle your own DIY projects. Our expert staff can also assist you with any tips and tricks along with your product selection.
It’s easy to get confused about how much it costs for supply and installation of any retaining wall quotes and paving prices. There are many contributing factors that can vary the price for these types of landscaping projects.
A few things to be aware of. Before you go ahead and shop for pavers and retaining wall products, you should plan first. When choosing the right paver or retaining wall product for your project, take some factors into consideration.
- Value for money
- Functional
- Benefits and solutions to your problems
- Aesthetics
- Paving Patterns
- Shapes and Sizes
- Colours and Textures
Determine your quantities
After you decide the colour and texture, next you need to work out how many you’ll need. But how do you accurately calculate how many pavers or retaining wall blocks you will need? Use our Area Calculator here and come into your local APC store.
Tips to finding the right Tradie
When it comes to paving or retaining walls, you’ll need to consider whether you’ll hire a professional contractor or DIY. APC preferred Tradies are matched to your project and are independent to APC so we always recommend you conduct your own due diligence on these businesses.
- Find someone local
- Ensure they are licensed – their builders license will have a summary of what work they are authorised to do
- Must be insured
- Get your Tradie to provide a written quote – ensure all aspects of the job are outlined on the quote to ensure you get the end result you want
- Look at the Tradie’s social media and reviews
- Ensure the Tradie quoting will be the one to do the work
- Use small business owner – operators
- Research and purchase your pavers or retaining wall block products yourself – it provides a cheaper overall cost for your paving, landscaping or retaining wall project and you buy the product you like and not the product the Tradie makes the most money out of.
Pricing Guide for your job
There is no average job size. Factors that can affect your costs include –
- Area to be completed
- Materials required
- Complexity of design
- Project turnaround time
At Australian Paving Centre, we can provide you with many resources to completing your own DIY projects. Our knowledgeable and expert staff can help assist you with your selections or any questions you have regarding your DIY project. Whatever your landscaping project, APC is here to assist you every step of the way.
the importance of finding trustworthy tradies
When it comes to home improvement projects, the quality of workmanship can make all the difference. Hiring a trustworthy tradie ensures that the job will be done to a high standard and that you won’t have to deal with costly repairs or corrections down the line. Trustworthy tradies value their reputation and take pride in their work, providing you with peace of mind.
In addition to quality, trusting someone to work in your home also requires a certain level of comfort and assurance. You want to feel confident that the tradie you hire will respect your property, complete the work on time, and communicate effectively. By finding trustworthy tradies, you can establish a long-term working relationship, making future projects much easier.
research tradies’ qualifications and certifications
Before hiring a tradie, it’s important to research their qualifications and certifications. This will help you ensure that they have the necessary skills and expertise to complete your project to a high standard.
Start by checking if the tradie is licensed and registered with the relevant industry bodies. This information is usually available on their website or can be obtained by contacting the licensing authority directly. A licensed tradie has met certain standards and regulations, giving you peace of mind that they are qualified for the job.
In addition to licensing, consider the tradie’s qualifications and certifications. Do they have any specialised training or certifications in their field? Are they a member of any professional associations? These credentials can demonstrate a tradie’s commitment to ongoing education and professional development.
When researching a tradie’s qualifications, also take the time to review their portfolio or gallery of past work. This will give you a sense of their style, attention to detail, and overall quality of workmanship. Look for projects that are similar to yours to get a better idea of their capabilities.
By thoroughly researching a tradie’s qualifications and certifications, you can ensure that you hire someone who is skilled, experienced, and knowledgeable in their field.
