How much does concreting cost?

Concreting in Australia typically costs $65–$140 per m² laid, so a standard 50 m² plain driveway lands around $3,500–$7,000.

Typical price band

$5,000typical

$800 low$15,000 high

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Real-world examples

Shed slab or path$1,000 – $2,500

Plain driveway$3,500 – $7,000

Exposed aggregate driveway and paths$7,500 – $15,000

— Finish. Plain grey is cheapest; coloured, exposed aggregate and stamped finishes add $20–$70 per m².

— Site preparation. Excavation, old slab removal and building up a compacted base can rival the cost of the pour itself.

— Thickness and reinforcement. Driveways need thicker slabs and heavier mesh than paths, especially for heavy vehicles.

— Access. If the truck can't reach the pour, a concrete pump adds several hundred dollars.

— Slope and drainage. Falls, drains and step-downs add formwork and finishing time.

— Get the slab thickness and mesh specification in writing — it's where cheap quotes cut corners.

— Concrete needs days to cure; keep cars off a new driveway for at least a week.

— Saw-cut control joints are normal and prevent random cracking — ask where they'll go.

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