Step 1
Tell us the job
Start with the service, suburb, and a short scope note so providers know what you need.
Find local tradies and compare free quotes
Search plumbers, electricians, builders, cleaners, painters, removalists, and more. Start with a service or jump into the quote flow to compare local providers faster.
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Get matched with the right local provider faster
Cockatoo works best for high-intent searches when your request is clear. Start with the quote flow for home services, then compare responses with better context than a generic directory search.
What high-intent searchers need on this page
Use Find when you already know the job and want a shortlist, local context, and comparable quotes without chasing providers one by one.
Step 2
See matching providers
Cockatoo routes your request toward relevant local providers instead of sending a generic directory click.
Step 3
Compare written quotes
Review pricing, timing, and fit before you decide who to book.
Need insurance, finance, or professional advice instead?
Home services stay quote-first on Find. The other Cockatoo verticals use dedicated advisory paths so you land in the right request flow from the start.
Home Services
Local repairs, cleaning, moving, and property projects
Search suburb-based services, compare quotes, and book local providers for property projects and maintenance.
- - Plumbers
- - Electricians
- - Removalists
Finance
Mortgage brokers, refinance help, and specialist finance advice
Request help from state-based finance specialists for mortgages, refinancing, asset finance, and commercial lending.
- - Mortgage Brokers
- - Refinance Brokers
- - Asset Finance Brokers
Insurance
Personal cover, business insurance, and broker-led advice
Compare insurance categories, request broker support, and drill into business insurance by industry where needed.
- - Insurance Brokers
- - Home Insurance
- - Professional Indemnity Insurance
Professionals
Advisers, lawyers, agencies, and specialists for property and business
Find accountants, valuers, lawyers, recruiters, consultants, and growth agencies for one-off advice or ongoing support.
- - Accountants
- - Commercial Lawyers
- - Web Development Agencies
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Use service pages to check local options and quote flow entry points. Broader finance, insurance, and professional categories still sit alongside the home-services directory.
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FAQ: Getting quotes from local tradies
How many quotes should I compare before booking?
Most home-service jobs are easier to judge with 2 to 4 written quotes so you can compare scope, timing, and exclusions side by side.
What should I include in a quote request?
Include the suburb or postcode, the work you need done, target timing, and photos or measurements when relevant so providers can reply with an accurate quote.
Do I choose which provider to contact or book?
Yes. Cockatoo helps you compare options, but you stay in control of which provider you respond to, shortlist, or book.
Can I browse services before I am ready to post a job?
Yes. Search by service, browse popular categories, and only start the quote flow when you are ready to compare local providers.