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How WhatCosts works
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Our AI scrapes, analyses, and verifies pricing data from thousands of providers across Australia.
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Childcare Vacancies
from $90/dayFind available childcare spots near you. We monitor 18,000+ ACECQA-registered centres across Australia.
331 verified vacancies
LiveSkip Bin Hire
from $185Compare skip bin prices from local providers. Know the real cost before you call.
130 verified prices
LiveSolar Installation
from $4,200Compare solar panel installation prices by system size. 3kW to 13kW, standard & premium tiers.
104 verified prices
LiveRemovalists
from $400Moving house? Compare removalist quotes by distance, load size, and service level.
98 verified prices
LivePest Control
from $120Compare pest treatment costs for termites, rodents, cockroaches, and more.
84 verified prices
LiveSelf Storage
from $80/moFind and compare self-storage unit prices near you. Monthly rates, sizes, and availability.
72 verified prices
LivePlumbing
from $80/hrCompare plumber hourly rates, call-out fees, and job costs. From blocked drains to hot water systems.
96 verified prices
LiveElectrician
from $80/hrCompare electrician hourly rates and job costs. Power points, switchboards, EV chargers, rewiring.
96 verified prices
LiveCarpet Cleaning
from $25/roomCompare carpet cleaning prices per room, whole house, end-of-lease, stain removal, and pet odour treatment.
96 verified prices
LiveHouse Painting
from $20/m²Compare interior and exterior painting prices. Per room, whole house, roof painting, deck staining.
96 verified prices
LiveLandscaping
from $50/hrCompare landscaping costs — lawn mowing, garden maintenance, turf laying, paving, tree removal, fencing.
96 verified prices
LiveRoofing
from $40/m²Compare roofing costs — roof repair, restoration, replacement, gutters, painting, insulation.
96 verified prices
LiveAir Conditioning
from $1,800Compare split system, ducted, and multi-split AC prices. Installation, service, repair, and gas recharge costs.
96 verified prices
LiveCleaning Services
from $35/hrCompare house cleaning, end-of-lease, deep clean, window cleaning, and commercial cleaning prices.
96 verified prices
LiveFencing
from $75/mCompare Colorbond, timber paling, glass pool fence, and picket fence prices. Supply and install costs.
96 verified prices
LiveConcreting
from $50/m²Compare concrete slab, driveway, exposed aggregate, and stamped concrete prices per m².
96 verified prices
LiveTree Lopping
from $300Compare tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and palm removal costs. Small trees to large dangerous removals.
96 verified prices
LivePool Maintenance
from $100/moCompare pool servicing, green pool recovery, equipment repair, resurfacing, and heating installation costs.
96 verified prices
LiveTiling
from $35/m²Compare tiling prices per m² — bathroom, kitchen splashback, floor, outdoor, pool tiling, and tile removal.
96 verified prices
LiveWaterproofing
from $500Compare waterproofing costs — bathrooms, showers, balconies, basements, roofs, and remedial waterproofing.
96 verified prices
LiveGarage Doors
from $800Compare garage door prices — roller, sectional, tilt, custom, motor install, spring replacement, and servicing.
96 verified prices
LiveGlass & Glazing
from $150Compare glass & glazing costs — window replacement, double glazing, shower screens, splashbacks, skylights, and emergency repairs.
96 verified prices
LiveBathroom Renovation
from $5,000Compare bathroom renovation costs — basic refresh to premium reno, tiling, waterproofing, vanity, shower screen, and plumbing.
96 verified prices
LiveKitchen Renovation
from $5,000Compare kitchen renovation costs — flat pack to custom cabinetry, stone benchtops, splashbacks, and appliance installation.
96 verified prices
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Why WhatCosts?
Real data
Every price comes from real providers. No estimates, no guesswork — just verified market data.
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Our AI continuously scans, extracts, and verifies pricing from thousands of sources across Australia.
Every suburb
Hyperlocal data for your exact area. What things cost in Sydney is different from Adelaide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real pricing data to help you budget
How much does a plumber cost in Australia?
Plumber prices in Australia range from $80–$200/hr depending on your city and the type of work. Emergency and after-hours rates are typically 50–100% higher. Call-out fees range from $50–$150 on top of the hourly rate.
How much does solar panel installation cost?
A 6.6kW solar system in Australia costs $4,500–$9,000 after STCs (rebates). Premium panels and batteries add $5,000–$15,000. Prices vary significantly by state — Queensland and SA are generally cheapest due to higher competition.
How much does skip bin hire cost?
Skip bin hire in Australia costs $185–$1,400 depending on size. A 2m³ mini skip starts at $185–$350, while a 10m³ skip runs $600–$1,400. Prices include delivery, collection, and disposal. Permit fees apply if placed on the street.
How much do removalists cost in Australia?
Removalist costs depend on distance and load size. A local move (same city) costs $400–$1,500 for a 2–3 bedroom home. Interstate moves range from $2,000–$8,000+. Backloading can save 30–50% on interstate moves.
How much does house painting cost in Australia?
Interior painting costs $20–$60/m² depending on room size, ceiling height, and paint quality. A 3-bedroom home interior typically costs $3,000–$8,000. Exterior painting runs $15–$45/m² with most homes costing $5,000–$15,000.
What is WhatCosts and how does it work?
WhatCosts is a free price comparison platform for home services in Australia, UK, USA, Canada, and New Zealand. We collect real pricing data from verified providers and update it regularly so you can see what services actually cost in your area before getting quotes.