Timber Cladding in Mermaid Waters
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 Mermaid Waters and the wider Gold Coast region.
Timber Cladding in Mermaid Waters - what to expect
Mermaid Waters is a family-focused lake and canal suburb between Broadbeach and Burleigh. 1970s to 90s homes on canal and dry blocks, most now needing kitchen, bathroom and flooring renewal. For timber cladding specifically, this matters. Waterfront blocks need corrosion-resistant hardware; older slabs need moisture testing before flooring. Every Mermaid Waters 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 Mermaid Waters
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 Mermaid Waters (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. Waterfront blocks need corrosion-resistant hardware; older slabs need moisture testing before flooring.
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 Mermaid Waters
You are engaging a licensed Queensland builder in Mermaid Waters - 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 Mermaid Waters 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 Mermaid Waters.
- 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
- Mermaid Waters
- Mermaid Beach
- Broadbeach Waters
- Miami
- Burleigh Waters
- Clear Island Waters
Frequently asked questions - Mermaid Waters
Can you clad over existing brick?
Yes, and it is a popular way to modernise the 1970s and 1980s brick homes common around Mermaid Waters. 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 Mermaid Waters 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 Mermaid Waters property before quoting and lodge where it is needed.
How much do timber cladding cost in Mermaid Waters?
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 Mermaid Waters before quoting, so the figure you receive is a fixed price for your job rather than a generic range.
Who does timber cladding in Mermaid Waters?
Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering timber cladding throughout Mermaid Waters and the surrounding Gold Coast 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 Mermaid Waters?
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 Mermaid Waters?
1970s to 90s homes on canal and dry blocks, most now needing kitchen, bathroom and flooring renewal. Waterfront blocks need corrosion-resistant hardware; older slabs need moisture testing before flooring.
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.