Heritage restoration in Brisbane
Queenslanders and workers’ cottages repaired with the same materials and joinery details they were built with. Every heritage project is different, so we quote after a detailed inspection.
What’s included
We repair before we replace, and when something has to go, we remake it in our workshop to match the original profile.
- Condition inspection and a written repair plan with priorities
- Advice on Brisbane City Council character and heritage requirements
- Lead paint and asbestos testing before any sanding or demolition
- Restoration of VJ walls, fretwork, brackets and verandah balustrades
- Timber window and door repair, including new sashes made to match
- Stump, floor and verandah repairs by our carpentry team
Pricing guide
Indicative, inc. GST. Final price depends on size, layout changes and finishes.
Targeted fixes such as windows, a verandah section or rotted boards.
Verandahs, fretwork, windows and front stairs brought back together.
A staged plan for the whole house, often alongside a renovation.
Heritage restoration FAQs
Can I renovate a Queenslander in a character overlay?
Yes, but some changes need approval. Brisbane City Council’s character overlay generally protects how a pre-1947 house looks from the street, so demolition and front changes are restricted while rear changes are often more flexible. We help you plan within those rules.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace old timber windows?
Repair is usually cheaper and keeps the character, provided the frames are sound. Where a sash is beyond saving, we make a new one in our workshop to match the original profile.
Do old houses have asbestos or lead paint?
Many do. Homes built before 1990 may contain asbestos, and older paint layers often contain lead. We test before disturbing anything and use licensed removalists where needed.