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White painted deck with an outdoor lounge
Gold Coast, QLD

Mudgeeraba carpenter for kitchens, bathrooms and decks

Decks, stairs and big kitchens on the hinterland edge.

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Homes in Mudgeeraba at the 2021 Census

  • 78.0%separate houses
  • 20.8%townhouses and semis
  • 0.4%flats and units
  • 47.9%with a mortgage

On the edge of the Gold Coast hinterland, about 14 km south-south-west of Surfers Paradise, you will find Mudgeeraba. It was a farming, timber and cattle town by the 1870s, and its old centre still has the feel of a village. Mudgeeraba Creek, the main creek of its catchment, feeds the Nerang River system.

Homes here are mostly large family houses, and many older ones sit on big blocks. That leaves room for outdoor work like a new deck or timber stairs, as well as a kitchen big enough for a full house.

Close by: Robina, Varsity Lakes.

What Brett does in Mudgeeraba

What are homes like in Mudgeeraba?

Mudgeeraba is house country. In the 2021 Census, 78.0% of homes were separate houses, 20.8% were townhouses or similar, and just 0.4% were flats. Homes are big. Half of them (50.4%) had four or more bedrooms, and the average was 3.6.

Most owners are still paying off their home. 47.9% had a mortgage, 26.7% owned outright and 23.3% rented. Most older houses sit on blocks of half an acre to two acres, with larger farms nearby. A block that size gives you room to add a deck, rebuild old steps or put in a wide sliding door to the yard.

Timber bench seat on a garden edge

What to plan for on a Mudgeeraba job?

Two things: the age of the home and the bush. Mudgeeraba has had houses since the 1800s. QBCC warns that many homes built before 1990 may contain asbestos. Look for it in old gutters, gables, sheds, fences, splashbacks and the underlay under floors. Have anything you are not sure about tested before work starts, and see our guide to wood rot or termite damage for old timber.

If your block backs onto bush, check the council's bushfire overlay. It maps land a fire could badly affect, bush that could carry a fire, and nearby land open to ember attack. Building in a bushfire prone area may need extra checks under the City Plan and Queensland building rules.

Timber deck with a square built-in cut-out

Do you need council approval for a deck in Mudgeeraba?

For most new decks, yes. Gold Coast council says a new timber deck is likely to need building approval from a private certifier. A raised deck can skip it only if it is under 10 square metres, under 1 metre high and meets all building rules. A deck that sits on the ground with no posts does not need approval.

If a deck over 1 metre high sits within a setback, it may also need council approval. Your certifier sorts that out. Before you pick a spot, ask your certifier about footings. And if your land runs down to Mudgeeraba Creek, or to Bonogin or Wyangan Creek, check the council flood maps too.

What clients say

5.0 on Google

★★★★★

A full reno, two bathrooms and all

He was fantastic to work with and the quality of work was top notch. … Brett is a very good communicator and a great builder.
Toby Black, Ashmore
★★★★★

Deck restored, new steps from scratch

Brett did a bang-up job repairing and restoring our wooden deck … we can't fault his work ethic, craftsmanship, communication or punctuality.
Shaun Rudland
★★★★★

15 years of jobs, still calling Brett

Brett has done several renovation jobs for us over the last 15 years … quality work, great follow-through, and just a great guy to have come into our home
Katrina T-w

What clients say

5.0 on Google

★★★★★
Brett from Field Carpentry completed a renovation for us at our home in Ashmore on the Gold Coast. The project included two bathrooms, some large doors and windows, some brick work repairs, flooring modifications and some other bits. He was fantastic to work with and the quality of work was top notch. He was always very polite and considerate of us while living in the house through the Renos, always working with us to schedule things when it would suit our family movements. Brett is a very good communicator and a great builder. We will definitely use Field Carpentry again and would recommend them to other Gold Coasters.
Toby Black, Ashmore
★★★★★
Brett did a bang-up job repairing and restoring our wooden deck including building a set of fully-enclosed 2 metre wide steps from scratch. He listened to what we wanted to achieve and gave us a range of options to suit different budgets. A pleasure to deal with from go to whoa, we can't fault his work ethic, craftsmanship, communication or punctuality. Would we use him again? We're already writing our "2024 List for Brett"
Shaun Rudland
★★★★★
Brett has done several renovation jobs for us over the last 15 years - timber and stainless steel back deck and railings, timber stairwell railings, refit and installation of cupboard units in laundry and bedrooms, and timber self-close fence side gate. A skilful tradie whose work I highly recommend - quality work, great follow-through, and just a great guy to have come into our home to do the necessary work.
Katrina T-w
★★★★★
Brett has carried out a range of medium to large jobs for us, including a new deck, a daybed, and he was a key part of the team that extended our house (a large reno project). His ability to bring a bespoke idea to life is incredible, as is his attention to detail. Just a great guy to work with, would recommend him to anyone.
Brendan Ritchie
★★★★★
I have hired Brett's expert carpentry services on a couple of occasions and both jobs were carried out in a professional manner. Brett is a perfectionist and takes pride in his workmanship and what he delivers. He carried out a semi kitchen reno job most recently which by no means was straightforward however he tackled it head on and a great result was achieved.
Jodie McDonald
★★★★★
Brett does wonderful work. Would thoroughly recommend him !!!
Tracy London
★★★★★
Brett did a great job on our new deck. Professional, clear communication, attention to detail, and top-tier craftsmanship. Highly recommend Brett to any one seeking a high-quality deck or renovation for a good price.
Taylor Moss
★★★★★
Brett and the team exceeded our expectations with their impeccable work on our kitchen remodel. We're thrilled with the result and grateful for the outstanding craftsmanship that has truly transformed our home.
Channa Cohn

Questions from Mudgeeraba

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How big can a Mudgeeraba deck be without approval?

The cut-off is small. A raised deck with no approval must be less than 10 square metres in area and less than 1 metre off the ground, and meet every other rule. 10 square metres is only about 3 metres by 3.3 metres. If you want room for a big table, plan for a certifier. Our deck cost guide explains what goes into the price.

Does Mudgeeraba Creek affect building work?

It can if your block is low or close to the water. Mudgeeraba Creek is the main creek of a catchment in the southern Gold Coast, and Bonogin and Wyangan Creeks feed into it. The council's flood maps show if a block is in a flood-affected area. If it is, the defined flood level helps you set new floors high enough.

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