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Custom Garage Builders Across South Coast & Surrounding Areas
Fair Dinkum Builds designs and supplies custom garages across the South Coast, built to handle the coastal conditions and suited to whatever you've got planned for the space. Backed by more than 35 years of experience and a national network of locally owned and operated stores, we cater to residential, rural, commercial and industrial customers from Batemans Bay through the wider South Coast region. Every structure is made from quality Australian steel and designed to suit your site, built to the highest standards so it lasts.
Fair Dinkum Builds Wollongong
Get in touchBakers Lane, 205 Shellharbour Road Port Kembla NSW, 2505
Visit store pageFair Dinkum Builds Batemans Bay
Get in touch1/12-14 Cranbrook Road Batemans Bay NSW, 2536
Visit store pageFair Dinkum Builds Bega Valley
Get in touchShop 1, 1 John Street cnr West St North Bega NSW, 2550
Visit store pageFair Dinkum Builds Ulladulla
Get in touch2/233 Princes Highway Ulladulla NSW, 2539
Visit store pageWhy South Coast property owners choose Fair Dinkum Builds
Buying a garage is a significant investment, and you want to feel confident you're putting your money in the right place. As a locally operated business backed by a national brand, we bring the workmanship and product range of a large operation with the personal service of a local team. We've been building across Australia for over 35 years, and we take pride in delivering work that meets your expectations and stands up to coastal conditions over the long term.
Our garages are designed to suit how you'll actually use the space. Whether you want a straightforward single garage, a four-door build for a growing family, or a workshop set-up with mezzanine flooring, we'll customise the design to match. Choosing materials, doors, colours and features doesn't have to be complicated. We'll walk you through every option so you understand what you're getting before anything is finalised.
If you want to play around with sizes and configurations before you talk to us, our Shed Designer App is a handy place to start. It lets you visualise different layouts and get a feel for what suits your property.
Built to Australian Standards with quality Australian steel
Every garage we build is constructed from Australian steel that meets national standards, designed to handle the conditions on the South Coast. Salt-laden air from the ocean, strong southerly winds, and heavy rain during storm season, along with intense summer sun, all put pressure on a structure, and the materials and engineering need to be right from the outset.
We match the design of your garage to the wind region your property sits in. That affects the gauge of steel, the bracing, the footing depth, and how the roof and wall sheeting are fixed. Coastal blocks, exposed ridgelines, properties closer to the escarpment, and bushland sites all carry different requirements. If you want to get your head around how this works, our shed wind ratings article breaks it down in plain terms and applies equally to garages.
Quality also comes down to how the build goes together on site. We prepare the ground properly and pour a slab to spec, then have licensed contractors handle the installation so the finished garage performs the way it's engineered to.
Council approvals on the South Coast
Whether you need council approval for your garage depends on the size of the build, your zoning, where it sits on your block, and the rules set by your local council. Some smaller garages fall under exempt development rules in NSW. Others need a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) or a full Development Application (DA) through council.
Eurobodalla Shire, Shoalhaven, Bega Valley and other South Coast councils each have their own interpretations of the NSW planning framework, along with overlays for bushfire-prone land, coastal protection, flood zones and heritage areas. These can affect what you're allowed to build and where. Our team prepares compliant plans and can guide you through the approval pathway that suits your project. For more detail on the rules, our guide on council approval for a garage in NSW covers the key points worth knowing before you start.
If your block is on a slope, which is common across the South Coast, design and approval can get more involved. Our article on building a garage on a sloping block explains how we handle cut-and-fill, stepped footings and retaining walls where needed.
We can take care of as little or as much as you need, from design all the way to customer handover
Site Visit
We’ll assess your site and advise what might work best for your location.
Design & Quote
We’ll find out what you need and design it to suit. We’ll then supply a quote for your consideration.
Planning & Permits
We’ll create to-spec and compliant plans of your design. We can work together to arrange all relevant building approvals.
Site Prep & Slab
It’s important to prepare your site properly for your new build.
Kit Supply
We manufacture your build in one of our Australia-wide sites and then transport to your site, ready for construction.
Construction
Whether you’re DIY or engaging others, we strongly advise you always use licensed contractors. In some areas our stores can offer full installation.
Design & trades
You should also consider what light, water, electrical and security requirements you’ll need. Depending on your design, other trades may be required.
Customer handover
All that’s left to do is enjoy your new build! Plus you’ve got our 30-year system warranty for peace of mind.
Servicing all of the South Coast
Our South Coast team is based in Batemans Bay and works with customers up and down the coast, including Moruya, Narooma, Bermagui, Merimbula, Eden, Ulladulla, Mollymook and Nowra. We also build for inland properties around Braidwood, Bega and the surrounding rural areas.
If you've got a residential block in town, a rural property running stock, or a commercial site that needs a larger structure, we'll tailor the design to suit the site and how you plan to use the space. Wherever you are on the coast, get in touch and we'll confirm whether your property falls within our service area. If you're outside our local patch and want to see what's offered across the rest of the state, our NSW sheds service area page covers the broader network.
Get a quote for your South Coast garage
Ready to start your garage build? Tell us a bit about your project and one of our South Coast team will be in touch to discuss your site, budget and timeline. Whether you've already got a design in mind or you're starting from scratch, we'll work with you to bring it together.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to build a garage on the South Coast?
Build timeframes vary based on garage size, site preparation, council approval requirements and trade availability. A straightforward single or double garage can move quickly once approvals are in hand, while larger or more customised builds take longer. We'll give you a realistic timeline during the quoting stage so you know what to expect at each phase.
What size garage do I need?
The right size depends on how many vehicles you want to fit, whether you need extra room for storage or a workshop area, and how much space your site can accommodate. Standard single garages suit one car. Doubles suit two with some room to spare. Triple or four-door garages work well for larger households or those with caravans, boats, trailers and other gear.
Can I add features like windows, roller doors or insulation?
Yes. We customise every garage to match how you'll use the space. Roller doors, sliding doors, windows, awnings, lean-tos, mezzanine floors, workshop fit-outs and insulation are all options we can include in your design. Just let us know what features matter most and we'll factor them into your quote.
Do you handle the council approval process?
We prepare compliant plans for your garage and can work alongside you to navigate the approval process with your local council. Requirements vary depending on your block, zoning, the size of the build and existing structures on the property, so the exact path differs from one site to the next.
What's covered by the warranty?
Every Fair Dinkum Builds garage comes with a 30-year structural warranty on the steel system. This gives you long-term confidence in the integrity of your build, provided installation is done correctly and by licensed contractors where required.
Can I install the garage myself?
Some customers choose to install their garage themselves, while others bring in their own licensed contractors or ask us to arrange installation where it's offered locally. We supply detailed instructions with every kit. Whichever route you go, we recommend using licensed trades for any structural or electrical work, along with plumbing where it applies.
What areas on the South Coast do you service?
Our South Coast team services Batemans Bay and the surrounding areas. If you're unsure whether your property falls within our service area, get in touch and we'll confirm.