Queenslander Homes are everywhere you look when travelling through the Sunshine Coast and Noosa. This style of home was originally built in the 1840’s and traditionally consists of a timber façade and iron roof. These homes are built on wooden stumps and are often quite high off the ground giving extra space for storage.
At Gould Construction we are finding many clients are requesting us to build extra rooms in the space under their homes. Many are using this area as an extra living space, storage area, garage and some are even requesting for us to build a self-contained quarter for their friends and family to enjoy or to simply earn some extra income from it.
Here are some reasons why clients are opting to extend under their Queenslanders:
- They need more space for themselves or growing family
- Some want to make money from a self-contained quarter on their property
- There may be no area to extend out onto the property due to size restraints
- Owners love their location and don’t want to compromise on their position
- Other homes on the market do not meet their requirements
- The cost of moving and taxes prove to be too costly
By building under these homes it not only gives clients extra space but it also ads substantial value to their properties which cannot be overlooked.
When considering this option it is imperative that owners look for a builder with experience in taking on this venture as quite often extra excavation is needed, additional stumping may be required, footings reinforced and support beams installed. Also props are quite often used to hold up the existing dwelling and if done incorrectly can cause movement and damage to the home which is a concern. Sometimes the homes are still being lived in while the works are being done and it is extremely important that safety is not compromised.
If you have a Queenslander Home and want to extend under the home then consider Gould Construction, a Master Builder with experience in these types of extensions. Call Tom Gould today to discuss your building ideas and he will help bring your dream to reality.