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How much does a tradie website cost in Australia?
Typical prices for plumbers, electricians, builders and other trades, what you should get for your money, and the traps to avoid.
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In Australia, a website for a tradie business usually costs between A$1,900 and A$3,800 upfront from a local web studio, plus hosting and support every month. Agencies tend to start around A$5,500. DIY builders cost A$30 to A$50 a month, plus your own time. (Figures: Creative Baguette.)
Typical prices compared.
| Option | Upfront | Ongoing | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIY builder | A$0–500 | A$30–50 / month | Cheap, but you build and update it yourself |
| Local web studio | A$1,900–3,800 | Hosting and care plans often A$97+ / month | Good quality, big upfront bill |
| Agency | From about A$5,500 | Varies | Best for larger businesses |
| Website subscription (FourDay Pro) | A$299 | A$199 / month, all included | Small start, changes and hosting included |
What should be included.
- Mobile-first design with a tap-to-call button, since most customers find you on their phone.
- Service pages for your main jobs, so you appear for those exact searches.
- Google Business Profile set up and linked, which drives most local enquiries.
- Hosting, SSL and backups, so the site stays fast and secure.
- Changes after launch: new prices, photos, services or suburbs without extra invoices.
- Your domain in your name, so you're never locked in.
Watch out for.
- Quotes that don't mention hosting, so a cheap site becomes expensive later.
- Domains registered in the designer's name instead of yours.
- No clear answer on who makes changes after launch, and what they cost.
- Long timelines with nothing to see until the end.
Upfront or subscription?
Paying upfront makes sense if you have the budget and someone to maintain the site. A subscription spreads the cost, includes hosting and changes, and lets you start for a few hundred dollars. Over the first year, a FourDay Pro site costs about A$2,700 in total, including everything.
Prices are typical ranges published by Australian web studios and change over time. Always ask what's included before comparing quotes.
Common questions.
Is a cheap website worth it?
It can be, as long as hosting, changes and your domain are clearly included. Many cheap quotes leave those out and cost more over time.
Do I need a website if I'm on Google Maps?
Your Google Business Profile is essential, but a website gives people the detail and trust to call you instead of the next listing. The two work best together.
How long should a tradie website take to build?
A focused tradie site doesn't need months. With a clear process and your details ready, it can be live within a week. FourDay sites go live in four business days.
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