Bricks are the most widely used materials for construction in Australia. While they are used for structural uses such as building walls, houses, and driveways, they also give buildings an aesthetic appeal.

Despite that, bricklayer cost has not escalated compared to other trades in the last ten years. The fact that brick and housing prices have been historically high might be the reason for this.

It is not easy to answer the question of how much a bricklayer may cost. However, you need to note that each job has a different cost. The cost of bricks depends on the complexity What is the of the task.

Is there a reason why brick is a popular construction material?

Brick being a 2.8 billion dollar firm in Australia, it has more than 30,000 employees. This poses the question of why it is popular yet it is costly compared to other building materials. You can construct a house on brick veneer, single brick or double brick.

Most houses used double brick because it has an excellent thermal mass, keeps a home cool and comfortable during Summer and warm in Winter time. Most people don’t use single brick because when it absorbs heat during the day, it releases it at night, while others use brick veneer because they can insulate it.

People like using brick because it is durable. You can get a building with more than 50 years, yet they still appear to be strong.

Bricks need little maintenance and can’t get worn out even during harsh climates. Even if you live in places with high traffic, you can still be comfortable in a brick house due to its double insulation.

Its non-flammable nature makes it an ideal choice for fire-prone areas.

Do bricklayers have any functions?

Aside from laying bricks, bricklayers can put stonework, repair brickwork, lay concrete blocks and if the mortar needs replacing, they can do the brick pointing. Additionally, a perfect bricklayer can create a wall, construct a house and give desired long-term results.

 However, bricklayers can’t render walls. This exceptional technique needs professionals. To apply the render, renderers will need a brick.

Bricklayers get long apprenticeship and training from a TAFE college. They can, therefore, bring long-lasting results even after working on any terrain.

In their apprenticeship practice, they deal with various projects that give them the experience to tackle different tasks in this field.

How much does it cost to hire a bricklayer?

Bricklayers have an hourly rate of $20-$40 per hour depending on the nature of the project. If you have a complex project, it might cost more.

Bricklayer rates may cost more if the projects are complicated like the ones listed below.

• Areas that are hard to reach or risky
• Dealing with difficult sites
• Second-storey homes

The costs of hiring a bricklayer below show that brick layer rates have not escalated within the past ten years.

• 1000 Common bricks: $1500
• 1000 Render bricks: $1800
• 1000 Common bricks on a second storey: $1800
• 1000 Render bricks on a second-storey: $2500

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