Transform Your Queenslander in Herston

Many Herston properties may have heritage considerations due to their age and proximity to Brisbane City. While minor internal renovations typically don't require approval, external changes, structural work, or alterations to character features usually need council consent. We handle all heritage approvals and work with Brisbane City Council on your behalf.

Yes, we specialise in sourcing or replicating original materials including VJ boards, tongue-and-groove timber flooring, traditional casement windows, and decorative fretwork. Our experienced carpenters can match historical details while ensuring compliance with modern building standards and Queensland's subtropical climate requirements.

We carefully balance heritage preservation with modern functionality through sympathetic design. This includes opening up internal spaces while retaining character walls, integrating contemporary kitchens and bathrooms that complement the home's style, improving insulation and ventilation discreetly, and using appropriate materials and traditional paint finishes throughout Herston Queenslanders.

Yes, house raising is common for Queenslanders and creates valuable additional living space underneath. For Herston properties, we need to consider council requirements regarding street presentation and neighbourhood character. We provide expert structural assessments and advice on what's possible for your specific property and location.

Queenslander renovations typically take 3-9 months depending on scope and complexity. Simple interior updates may take 8-12 weeks, while major structural work, restumping, or raising can take 6-9 months. Heritage approval processes can add time to project timelines, which we factor into your detailed project schedule from the start.

Common issues include timber decay from Brisbane's humidity, termite damage, inadequate or damaged stumping, outdated electrical and plumbing systems, poor insulation, and weatherproofing concerns. We conduct thorough pre-renovation structural assessments to identify and address these issues as part of your Herston Queenslander renovation project.

Quality, heritage-sensitive renovations typically add significant value to Herston Queenslanders, particularly given the suburb's proximity to Brisbane City and Royal Brisbane Hospital. Buyers highly value the combination of character features with modern amenities. We design renovations with both immediate liveability and long-term resale value in mind.

Yes, termite inspection and treatment is a standard part of our Queenslander renovation process in Herston. Queensland's subtropical climate makes termite protection essential. We work with licensed pest control specialists to treat existing damage and install modern termite barriers as part of your renovation.