Home Renovations in Wilston
Whole-home and partial renovations - layout changes, structural openings, wet areas, kitchens, flooring, joinery, painting and services upgrades, delivered by one licensed team. Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering home renovations across Wilston and the wider Brisbane region.
Home Renovations in Wilston - what to expect
Wilston is a compact inner-north character suburb where nearly every home is a Queenslander at some stage of renovation. Pre-war Queenslanders on sloping blocks, many raised and built in underneath to add bedrooms, bathrooms and rumpus space. Kitchens, wet areas and internal reconfigurations follow. For home renovations specifically, this matters. Raising and building in underneath needs height compliance, engineering, and careful integration with the original floor plan and stair. Narrow side access means most materials come through the front. Every Wilston 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 home renovations service in Wilston
Layout and structural changes
Removing walls to open a kitchen into living, widening openings for better flow, or reworking a hallway that eats floor area. Where a wall is load-bearing we engage the engineer, install the beam and get it certified - the part that separates a licensed renovation from a risky one.
Kitchens and living spaces
Most renovations centre on the kitchen and main living spaces. We coordinate cabinetry, stone, plumbing, electrical and tiling in the right sequence so trades are not waiting on each other and the finish is consistent throughout.
Services, flooring and finishes
Renovating is the right time to upgrade wiring, switchboards, plumbing and insulation while walls are open. New flooring, skirtings, architraves, doors and paint then tie the whole home together instead of leaving a renovated room next to an untouched one.
What home renovations cost in Wilston (2026)
Partial renovations generally start around $40,000-$70,000, while whole-home renovations commonly land between $120,000 and $350,000 depending on size, structural work and finish level. Every quote is fixed-price and itemised after a site inspection. Prices vary with access, existing condition and the level of finish you choose. Raising and building in underneath needs height compliance, engineering, and careful integration with the original floor plan and stair. Narrow side access means most materials come through the front.
How long home renovations take
Partial renovations typically run 4-8 weeks. Whole-home renovations usually run 12-24 weeks including approvals.
Why choose Orange Projects in Wilston
You are engaging a licensed Queensland builder in Wilston - 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 Wilston 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 Wilston.
- 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
- Wilston
- Windsor
- Newmarket
- Grange
- Kelvin Grove
- Ashgrove
Frequently asked questions - Wilston
How much do home renovations cost in Wilston?
Partial renovations generally start around $40,000-$70,000, while whole-home renovations commonly land between $120,000 and $350,000 depending on size, structural work and finish level. Every quote is fixed-price and itemised after a site inspection. We inspect the property in Wilston before quoting, so the figure you receive is a fixed price for your job rather than a generic range.
Who does home renovations in Wilston?
Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering home renovations throughout Wilston 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 home renovations take in Wilston?
Partial renovations typically run 4-8 weeks. Whole-home renovations usually run 12-24 weeks including approvals.
What makes home renovations different in Wilston?
Pre-war Queenslanders on sloping blocks, many raised and built in underneath to add bedrooms, bathrooms and rumpus space. Kitchens, wet areas and internal reconfigurations follow. Raising and building in underneath needs height compliance, engineering, and careful integration with the original floor plan and stair. Narrow side access means most materials come through the front.
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.