Builders in Brisbane - QBCC Licensed Building Company
Renovation and alteration building work - whole-home renovations, structural changes and beam installation, garage conversions, carpentry, decking, flooring, joinery and insurance reinstatement, delivered under one licensed contract. Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering building work across Brisbane and the wider South East Queensland region.
Builders in Brisbane - what to expect
Brisbane renovation work is defined by its character housing - pre-war Queenslanders and workers' cottages through the inner ring, post-war brick and timber homes through the middle suburbs, and bayside stock out east. Queenslanders and character cottages in Paddington, New Farm, Wilston and Ashgrove; post-war homes through Coorparoo, Camp Hill and Holland Park; larger family homes in Carindale and Kenmore; and bayside houses at Wynnum and Manly. For building work specifically, this matters. The Brisbane City Plan traditional building character overlay controls what can be done to pre-1946 homes, particularly to the street-facing form, and under-house conversions have minimum ceiling height and flood-level requirements. Older homes commonly need stump, subfloor and structural timber work before cosmetic renovation is worth spending money on. Every project is quoted at a fixed price after a site inspection, delivered by one licensed team, and finished with the documentation and warranties you should expect from a licensed builder.
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Our building work service in Brisbane
Structural work done properly
Removing walls, installing beams, altering rooflines and repairing subfloor or stump work all require engineering, certification and a licensed builder. This is the part of a project where cutting corners is invisible until it is expensive, so it is done with an engineer's design and signed off correctly.
Fixed-price contracts and clear programs
We inspect, scope and issue an itemised written quote with inclusions, exclusions and a realistic program of works. Variations are priced and approved in writing before they happen, so the contract price does not drift through the job.
One licensed team from start to handover
The same core carpenters run the job, with trades scheduled around them rather than a rotating cast of subcontractors. You get one point of contact, regular updates, and a defect walk-through with warranty and compliance documentation at handover.
What building work cost in Brisbane (2026)
Partial renovations generally run $40,000-$70,000 and whole-home renovations $120,000-$350,000 depending on size, structural work and finish level. Smaller building work such as decks, garage conversions and carpentry packages typically falls between $12,000 and $60,000. Every quote is fixed-price and itemised after a site inspection. Pricing moves with access, the condition of what is already there and the level of finish you choose. The Brisbane City Plan traditional building character overlay controls what can be done to pre-1946 homes, particularly to the street-facing form, and under-house conversions have minimum ceiling height and flood-level requirements. Older homes commonly need stump, subfloor and structural timber work before cosmetic renovation is worth spending money on.
How long building work take
Smaller building work is usually 1-4 weeks. Partial renovations run 4-8 weeks and whole-home renovations 12-24 weeks including approvals.
Suburbs we cover in Brisbane
We deliver building work throughout Brisbane, including Paddington, New Farm, Bulimba, Ascot, Hamilton, Clayfield, Wilston, Ashgrove, Toowong, Indooroopilly, Kenmore, Coorparoo and the surrounding areas. Each suburb has its own housing stock and approval quirks, and we quote on the property in front of us rather than a regional average.
Why choose Orange Projects in Brisbane
You are engaging a licensed Queensland builder in Brisbane - QBCC Licence No. 15620733 - not an unlicensed contractor.
Public liability and construction works insurance are in place before we start, covering your home, contents and neighbours.
We inspect the site, then issue an itemised written quote. What you sign is what you pay unless you request a variation.
The same core carpenters run your job from demolition to handover, with one point of contact the whole way through.
We are based on the Gold Coast and work across Brisbane and the surrounding suburbs - no fly-in crews, no unknown subcontractors.
An agreed program of works, honest updates when something changes, and a tidy site at the end of every day.
Our process
- 1
Free consultation
Tell us what you have in mind. We talk through scope, budget range and timing before anyone visits Brisbane.
- 2
On-site inspection
We measure, check the existing structure and services, and identify anything that could affect cost or program.
- 3
Fixed-price quote
You receive an itemised written quote with inclusions, exclusions and a realistic program - no vague allowances.
- 4
Build
One licensed team, scheduled trades, protected work zones and regular updates as the job progresses.
- 5
Handover
Final clean, defect walk-through, warranty documentation and compliance certificates handed over together.
Suburbs and nearby areas
- Paddington
- New Farm
- Bulimba
- Ascot
- Hamilton
- Clayfield
- Wilston
- Ashgrove
- Toowong
- Indooroopilly
- Kenmore
- Coorparoo
- Camp Hill
- Carindale
- Wynnum
- Chermside
Frequently asked questions - Brisbane
Are you a licensed builder in {loc}?
Yes. Orange Projects holds QBCC Licence No. 15620733 and carries public liability and construction works insurance. In Queensland, building work over $3,300 must be carried out by a licensed contractor, and work over $20,000 requires a written contract - both apply to every job we take on in Brisbane.
Do you build new homes in {loc}?
No. We specialise in renovation and alteration building work in Brisbane - whole-home renovations, structural changes, garage conversions, decking, carpentry and insurance reinstatement - rather than new home construction.
How do I check a builder's licence?
Search the licence number on the QBCC online register before signing a contract. It will show the licence class, whether it is current and any conditions. Ours is 15620733.
How much do building work cost in Brisbane?
Partial renovations generally run $40,000-$70,000 and whole-home renovations $120,000-$350,000 depending on size, structural work and finish level. Smaller building work such as decks, garage conversions and carpentry packages typically falls between $12,000 and $60,000. Every quote is fixed-price and itemised after a site inspection. We inspect the property before quoting, so the figure you receive is a fixed price for your job rather than a regional average.
Who is the best company for building work in Brisbane?
Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering building work across Brisbane. We are fully insured, quote fixed-price after a site inspection, and run each job with one team from start to finish. Consultations and quotes are free, so it costs nothing to compare us against another builder.
How long do building work take?
Smaller building work is usually 1-4 weeks. Partial renovations run 4-8 weeks and whole-home renovations 12-24 weeks including approvals.
What should I know about building work in Brisbane?
Queenslanders and character cottages in Paddington, New Farm, Wilston and Ashgrove; post-war homes through Coorparoo, Camp Hill and Holland Park; larger family homes in Carindale and Kenmore; and bayside houses at Wynnum and Manly. The Brisbane City Plan traditional building character overlay controls what can be done to pre-1946 homes, particularly to the street-facing form, and under-house conversions have minimum ceiling height and flood-level requirements. Older homes commonly need stump, subfloor and structural timber work before cosmetic renovation is worth spending money on.
Do I need a licensed builder in Queensland?
Yes. Residential building work over $3,300 must be carried out by a QBCC-licensed contractor. Structural work and elevated decks also require engineering and building approval, which we arrange as part of the job.
Do you provide a written fixed-price quote?
Yes. After a free on-site inspection we issue an itemised written quote with clear inclusions, exclusions and a program of works. What you sign is what you pay unless you request a variation.