Building Property Professionals — Australia
Whether you're renovating a rental property to lift yield, adding a granny flat, or undertaking a full development, this hub covers the licensed building professionals investors most commonly engage.
Sub-professions in this hub
5 specialised roles covered across every major Australian city.
Builders
Licensed builders for new builds, extensions, granny flats, and full-scale renovations.
Any project above minor works — new build, extension, dual occupancy, or major renovation.
Architects
Registered architects for design, planning approval, and construction documentation on complex projects.
Custom design, complex site constraints, subdivision-linked builds, or high-end renovation.
Electricians
Licensed electrical contractors for rewiring, switchboard upgrades, smoke alarm compliance and EV charger installs.
Any electrical work — DIY is illegal in Australia for anything beyond changing a lightbulb.
Plumbers
Licensed plumbers for hot water, drainage, gas connections and bathroom/kitchen fit-outs.
Any plumbing work — licensed only. Also required to sign off pool and gas connections.
Landscapers
Landscape designers and contractors for garden, driveway, retaining wall and outdoor entertaining upgrades.
Pre-sale styling, tenant appeal, or long-term outdoor infrastructure investment.
Directory launching soon
Individual professional listings across the seven major Australian cities are being onboarded and verified. In the meantime, use the "When to engage" notes above to decide which sub-profession matches your situation — and read our blog or learning centre for practical guidance on choosing the right specialist.
Frequently asked questions
What building property professionals are covered?
The Building hub covers 5 sub-professions: Builders, Architects, Electricians, Plumbers, Landscapers. Each is described in detail above, with guidance on when you'd engage that professional and what to expect.
Which Australian cities is the directory available in?
The directory is being populated across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Alice Springs. Metropolitan Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are the first cities to open for listings, with the remaining capital cities and Alice Springs following.
How do you vet the professionals in the directory?
Every listing goes through licence verification (ASIC / state licensing body), reference checks, and confirmation of professional indemnity insurance where relevant. We don't list unlicensed operators.
Is there a cost for property investors to use the directory?
No. The directory is free for property buyers and investors. Individual professionals may charge for their services — those fees are set by the professional, not by us.
How do I choose between the building professionals listed?
Start with the 'When to engage' notes on each sub-profession above — they help narrow down which type of specialist matches your situation. Then compare shortlisted professionals on experience, location, fees, and reviews from previous clients.