Timber Framing in Southport
Structural timber framing - wall, floor and roof framing, load-bearing wall removal and engineered beams, structural openings, subfloor and stump replacement, and termite or rot damaged framing repairs. Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering timber framing across Southport and the wider Gold Coast region.
Timber Framing in Southport - what to expect
Southport is the Gold Coast's civic centre, with a broad mix of older houses and high-density apartments. Post-war and 1970s homes on the western streets, plus a large apartment market near the Broadwater. For timber framing specifically, this matters. Apartment work requires body corporate approval and access scheduling; older homes often need services upgrades. Every Southport 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 framing service in Southport
Structural openings and beams
Opening a kitchen into living is the most requested structural change we quote. Done properly it means confirming what the wall carries, an engineer sizing the beam and supports, temporary propping, the beam and posts taken down to adequate footings, and certification at completion - all carried out under our QBCC licence.
Subfloor, bearers, joists and stumps
Older homes commonly hide their worst problems under the floor: sagging bearers, damaged joists, rotted stumps and floors that slope. We inspect, map the damage and replace what needs replacing with treated hardwood or steel before relevelling. On a character home this is almost always the job that has to come before any cosmetic renovation.
Framing for decks, extensions and build-unders
Elevated decks, patios, build-under conversions and new rooms all carry engineering, wind-rating and tie-down requirements in South East Queensland, and coastal areas sit in higher wind regions than inland ones. We frame to the engineered drawings and book frame-stage inspections so certification is straightforward.
What timber framing cost in Southport (2026)
Small structural repairs generally start around $3,000-$8,000. Beam installations with engineering and certification typically run $6,000-$20,000, and full subfloor rebuilds or restumping $10,000-$35,000. Prices vary with access, existing condition and the level of finish you choose. Apartment work requires body corporate approval and access scheduling; older homes often need services upgrades.
How long timber framing take
Small structural repairs take 2-5 days. Beam installations usually run 1-2 weeks. Subfloor rebuilds, restumping and build-under framing generally take 3-6 weeks.
Why choose Orange Projects in Southport
You are engaging a licensed Queensland builder in Southport - 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 Southport 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 Southport.
- 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
- Southport
- Labrador
- Ashmore
- Main Beach
- Benowa
- Parkwood
Frequently asked questions - Southport
How much does it cost to remove a load-bearing wall?
In Southport, removing a load-bearing wall and installing an engineered beam typically costs $6,000-$20,000 including engineering, propping, the beam, posts, footings, patching and certification. Long spans, upper-floor loads and steel beams needing craneage sit above that range.
Can you repair termite or rot damaged framing?
Yes, and it is regular work in Southport. We open up the affected area to find the true extent - almost always larger than what is visible - replace the damaged studs, plates, bearers or joists, address the moisture source, and work alongside a licensed pest manager where termites are involved.
Do you do restumping and subfloor repairs?
Yes. Sagging bearers, borer or termite damaged joists, rotted timber stumps and sloping floors are common in the older cottages and Queenslanders around Southport. We inspect the subfloor, map the damage, replace with treated hardwood or steel and relevel the floor.
How much do timber framing cost in Southport?
Small structural repairs generally start around $3,000-$8,000. Beam installations with engineering and certification typically run $6,000-$20,000, and full subfloor rebuilds or restumping $10,000-$35,000. We inspect the property in Southport before quoting, so the figure you receive is a fixed price for your job rather than a generic range.
Who does timber framing in Southport?
Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering timber framing throughout Southport 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 framing take in Southport?
Small structural repairs take 2-5 days. Beam installations usually run 1-2 weeks. Subfloor rebuilds, restumping and build-under framing generally take 3-6 weeks.
What makes timber framing different in Southport?
Post-war and 1970s homes on the western streets, plus a large apartment market near the Broadwater. Apartment work requires body corporate approval and access scheduling; older homes often need services upgrades.
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.