Timber Cladding in Hamilton
External timber and composite cladding - facades, entry features, full re-clads, soffits and screening, installed with correct battening, drainage cavity, sarking and flashings. Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering timber cladding across Hamilton and the wider Brisbane region.
Timber Cladding in Hamilton - what to expect
Hamilton runs from the riverfront up the hill, mixing prestige character homes with newer apartment living around Portside. Elevated character homes with city and river outlooks, plus riverside apartments. Renovations focus on capturing views, upgrading kitchens and bathrooms, and rebuilding decks and balconies. For timber cladding specifically, this matters. Hillside access and retaining structures affect both cost and program. Balcony and deck rebuilds need waterproofing, structural review and compliant balustrades - all documented before work starts. Every Hamilton 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 timber cladding service in Hamilton
The wall system behind the boards
A compliant installation is a drained, ventilated cavity: sarking or breathable wrap on the frame, vertical battens creating an air gap, vermin mesh top and bottom, then boards fixed to the battens. Water always gets behind cladding - the cavity is what lets the wall drain and dry. Skipping it is the number one cause of the failed cladding we get called to repair.
Details that decide whether it lasts
Head flashings over windows, correct sill and apron details, sealed penetrations for taps and lights, adequate ground clearance so boards are not wicking moisture, stainless or hot-dipped galvanised fixings near the coast, and end grain sealed before fixing. None of it is visible on a finished job and none of it can be fixed later without opening the wall.
Facade updates and re-clads
Cladding is the fastest way to change how a house reads from the street - a timber or composite feature across the entry and upper level, or a full re-clad over tired brick, render or fibro. Because we also handle decking, framing and finishing carpentry, cladding lines, deck levels and window trims get set out together rather than by three separate trades.
What timber cladding cost in Hamilton (2026)
Installed cladding typically runs $180-$400 per square metre. Fibre-cement and composite sit at the lower end, hardwoods such as spotted gum and blackbutt toward the upper end. Prices vary with access, existing condition and the level of finish you choose. Hillside access and retaining structures affect both cost and program. Balcony and deck rebuilds need waterproofing, structural review and compliant balustrades - all documented before work starts.
How long timber cladding take
A feature entry or single elevation is generally 3-5 days. A full house re-clad usually runs 2-3 weeks including scaffold and flashing works.
Why choose Orange Projects in Hamilton
You are engaging a licensed Queensland builder in Hamilton - 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton.
- 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
- Hamilton
- Ascot
- Clayfield
- Albion
- Newstead
- Bulimba
Frequently asked questions - Hamilton
Can you clad over existing brick?
Yes, and it is a popular way to modernise the 1970s and 1980s brick homes common around Hamilton. We fix a treated batten framework to the brickwork, install the wrap and drainage cavity, then clad over it - which also adds an insulating air gap behind the boards.
What cladding lasts best in this climate?
For high UV and salt exposure around Hamilton we usually recommend composite or fibre-cement cladding with stainless fixings, or a durable hardwood such as spotted gum or blackbutt if you are prepared to re-oil every 18-24 months. The cavity, flashings and fixings matter as much as the board you choose.
Do I need approval to re-clad my house?
Feature cladding to an existing compliant wall generally does not require approval. A full re-clad, work affecting fire-separation walls, or work in a character or heritage overlay usually does. We confirm what applies to your Hamilton property before quoting and lodge where it is needed.
How much do timber cladding cost in Hamilton?
Installed cladding typically runs $180-$400 per square metre. Fibre-cement and composite sit at the lower end, hardwoods such as spotted gum and blackbutt toward the upper end. We inspect the property in Hamilton before quoting, so the figure you receive is a fixed price for your job rather than a generic range.
Who does timber cladding in Hamilton?
Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering timber cladding throughout Hamilton and the surrounding Brisbane area. We are fully insured, quote fixed-price and run each job with one team from start to finish.
How long do timber cladding take in Hamilton?
A feature entry or single elevation is generally 3-5 days. A full house re-clad usually runs 2-3 weeks including scaffold and flashing works.
What makes timber cladding different in Hamilton?
Elevated character homes with city and river outlooks, plus riverside apartments. Renovations focus on capturing views, upgrading kitchens and bathrooms, and rebuilding decks and balconies. Hillside access and retaining structures affect both cost and program. Balcony and deck rebuilds need waterproofing, structural review and compliant balustrades - all documented before work starts.
Do I need approval or a licensed builder?
In Queensland, 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. We arrange the certification and documentation 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.