
What is a Quantity Surveyor?
If you’ve ever wondered who keeps construction budgets on track—or how investors know exactly what to claim at tax time—it often comes down to one professional: the quantity surveyor.
A quantity surveyor is a qualified expert in construction costs, budgeting, and property tax depreciation. Whether you’re building, renovating, or investing in property, a quantity surveyor ensures you’re not overspending—and that you’re claiming every dollar you’re entitled to.
At Quantity Surveyors Australia, we help clients across the country with everything from building cost estimates to ATO-compliant tax depreciation schedules. Our job is to make sure the numbers work for your construction project, your investment, and your peace of mind.

What Does a Quantity Surveyor Do?
Put simply, we make complex property costs easy to understand.
Depending on what stage you’re at—planning a build, managing a project, or preparing your tax return—a quantity surveyor might:
- Estimate construction costsbefore a build or renovation
- Prepare detailed property depreciation schedulesfor investors
- Help you claim capital works deductions and plant and equipment assets
- Provide insurance replacement cost reports
- Support project budgeting and financial control during construction
We work with homeowners, builders, developers, accountants and property investors—making sure every cost is accounted for and every opportunity to claim tax deductions is maximised.

Do You Need a Quantity Surveyor?
If you’re involved with property in any way—owning, investing, developing, or even renovating—then yes, a quantity surveyor can help.
Here’s how we support different clients:
- Investors We prepare depreciation schedules to help you legally maximise your tax savingseach financial year
- AccountantsWe provide ATO-compliant reports that make tax time easier and more accurate.
- Builders & Developers: We provide construction estimates and help manage cost risk.
- Homeowners: We offer clarity on rebuild or renovation costs, especially for insurance or budgeting.
- Insurance professionals: We deliver up-to-date replacement cost estimates to help ensure proper coverage.

Why Use a Qualified Quantity Surveyor?
In Australia, quantity surveyors are trained in construction economics, cost planning, and tax legislation. For work involving depreciation, they must also beregistered tax agents, which we are.
When you choose Quantity Surveyors Australia, you get:
- National experience across residential, commercial and industrial properties
- Reports that are fully ATO-compliant and accountant-ready
- Transparent fixed pricing with no hidden fees
- Fast turnaround times so you don’t miss tax deadlines
- Expert support from a team that knows your property inside out

Helping You Maximise Property Tax Depreciation
One of the most valuable services we offer is preparing property tax depreciation schedules. These reports allow you to claim the declining value of your investment property’s depreciating assetsand structural elements, often amounting to thousands in tax deductions over time.
If you’ve recently purchased an investment property—or if you haven’t yet claimed depreciation—you may be leaving money on the table.
Our team prepares tailored tax depreciation schedules for properties Australia-wide, making it simple to boost your tax return and improve your cash flow.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a quantity surveyor to claim depreciation?
Yes—if you own an investment property, the ATO requires a qualified quantity surveyor who is also a registered tax agent to prepare your depreciation schedule. This ensures accuracy and compliance when you claim deductions on your tax return.
What’s the difference between a quantity surveyor and a valuer?
A valuer estimates the market value of a property. A quantity surveyor, on the other hand, focuses on construction costs and helps property owners and investors claim depreciation and manage budgets.
Can a quantity surveyor help with my renovation or rebuild?
Absolutely. We can estimate construction costs before you start, help you stay on budget, and prepare tax or insurance reports after the work is complete.

Speak With a Quantity Surveyor
Whether you’re preparing for a project, claiming depreciation, or just want to understand your property costs better, we’re here to help.
Contact us today to speak with a qualified quantity surveyor and get a precise, accurate quote for your next step.