Woof. Sniffing out the best tradies for you.
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For: Deck on the north or west
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Three quotes, side by side
We ask three local tradies to quote on your job, so you can compare them fairly without chasing anyone.
Only qualified tradies rated 4.5 stars or more
Every tradie is licensed for the work and holds a Google rating of 4.5 stars or better from real customers.
Everyone prices the same product
Each tradie quotes on the one product we specify, so you are comparing price and service, not a cheap unit against a good one.
The sniff test
Before any tradie quotes, we are researching which products to put in front of them. We want products that are good for the environment and good for your pocket, and every one has to pass four things.
Value for money
What it costs to buy, install and run over its whole life, not only the sticker price.
A long warranty
Makers who stand behind their product for years, with parts and service you can still get when something wears out.
Made to be kept, fixed and reused
Circular economy products that can be repaired rather than thrown away, use recycled or recyclable materials, and can be taken back at the end of their life.
Good for people as well as the planet
Makers who treat their workers fairly, support Australian jobs and local businesses where they can, and are open about where their materials come from.
The product that comes out on top becomes the specification every tradie quotes on. If a better one comes along, we change it.
Know a product that fits? Throw us a bone.
If you make, sell, install or simply love a product that is built to last, can be repaired, comes with a long warranty and treats people and the planet well, we would like to hear about it. Email shea@goodarchitect.com.au with the product name and a link, and we will put it through the sniff test as a possible specification for our tradies.