Published 21 September 2026
Independent guide — not a contractor. Planning information only. Confirm licences, waterproofing, and quotes with qualified trades and the relevant state authority.
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What to include in a quote brief
A homeowner checklist for requesting written kitchen or bathroom quotes in Australia — scope, constraints, and what “not a contractor” still needs to say.
What visitors always ask
How do I brief a kitchen designer?+
Measured plan, photos, who cooks, storage that must work, locked appliance models, whether the sink can move, lighting/power wishes, and a planning-band budget with contingency.
What should two quotes include so I can compare them?+
The same scope words (cosmetic, same footprint, or layout change), the same appliance and tapware SKUs or the same “trade to specify mid-range” note, a named membrane system on bathrooms, licence numbers, exclusions, a programme in weeks, and a payment schedule tied to stages.
Does this site collect quotes?+
No. This site does not collect quotes and is not a quoting desk. The old /get-quote/ URL now redirects to contact for editorial notes. Attach this list to an email to a licensed trade.
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