Rudd Family Builders & Solar Since the 1860s
Transform Your Home
More Space. Better Flow
Martin brings 39+ years of building experience and 160+ years of family heritage to your home remodelling project. From designs and permits to final handover — every detail professionally managed across South-East Queensland.
Why South-East Queensland Homeowners
Remodel
Every home tells a story. Sometimes that story needs a new chapter — more space for a growing family, a better layout for modern life, or simply a home that works the way you do.
Growing Families
Add bedrooms, create ensuites, expand living areas as your household evolves.
Working From Home
Dedicated home offices, quiet zones and flexible spaces for the modern work-life balance.
Better Airflow & Light
Open up dark, compartmentalised layouts to Queensland's natural light and breezes.
Modernising Older Layouts
Transform 1970s–90s floor plans into open, functional contemporary living.
Increasing Resale Value
Strategic renovations that add genuine appeal and marketability to your property.
Accessibility Needs
\Wider doorways, accessible bathrooms and single-level living modifications.
Heritage Sensitive Upgrades
Remodeling
Queensland's character homes deserve special attention. VJ walls, high ceilings, breezeways and timber details are features worth preserving — but that doesn't mean living with outdated layouts.
Martin specialises in modernising Queenslander function while respecting their heritage. Open up compartmentalised rooms, add contemporary bathrooms, improve deck connections — all without losing the character that makes these homes special.
Preserve VJ walls, architraves and decorative features
Retain high ceilings and original timber floors
Open floor plans that still feel authentic to the home
Modern kitchens and bathrooms that complement character
Improved indoor–outdoor flow for subtropical living
Structural remediation handled with care and expertise
Note: All structural modifications require proper assessment and compliance with the National Construction Code. Martin coordinates engineering, certifications and approvals as part of every project.
Bring Your Home Into The 21st century
80s & 90s Home Modernisation
South-East Queensland is full of solid brick and tile homes from the 1980s and 90s. Great bones, but dated finishes — brown brick, tired render, aluminium windows, dark interiors. These homes are prime candidates for transformation.
Martin specialises in breathing new life into these properties. A fresh render finish, modern windows, updated roofing and entry areas — combined with smart solar and battery integration — can turn a dated house into a contemporary, energy-efficient home.
Fresh render finishes to transform tired brick exteriors
Modern windows and doors for better light and airflow
Updated entries, fascias and rooflines
Interior modernisation — open-plan conversions, new kitchens and bathrooms
Solar panel systems sized for your household
Battery storage for energy independence and backup power
A tired 80s brick home transformed: fresh render, modern windows, solar panels and battery storage.
Bathroom Transformations
From cramped 1980s bathrooms to contemporary retreats. We don't just replace fixtures — we reimagine the entire space, often expanding the footprint and creating ensuites where none existed.
Before Renovations
Typical 1980s bathroom: dated laminate vanity, tired tiling, cramped layout, poor lighting.
After Renovations
Transformed: expanded space, modern floating vanity, frameless shower, layered lighting, contemporary finishes.
Rudd Solar & Batteries
One Team for Building + Solar
When you remodel with us, your solar and battery system is integrated from day one — not bolted on as an afterthought.
Energy Independence
Modern solar and battery systems dramatically reduce power bills and provide backup during outages.
Better Comfort
Improved insulation, modern windows and better ventilation keep your home comfortable year-round.
Increased Value
A modernised home with solar commands a premium in today's market — buyers want move-in ready.
Future-Proofed
EV-ready infrastructure, smart home wiring and efficient systems prepare your home for tomorrow.
From initial consultation to ongoing support, we handle everything
Our Simple 5-Step Process
Practical Considerations
Timelines Vary
Every project is different. A bathroom might take weeks; a whole-home remodel might take months. Approvals add time. Weather adds time. We give you realistic estimates upfront and communicate honestly throughout.
Approvals Depend on Scope
Some work needs council approval; some doesn't. Structural changes generally require engineering and certification. Martin handles all of this as part of the project — you don't need to become a paperwork expert.
Budgets Depend on Scope
We don't publish prices because every home and every wishlist is different. What we do promise: clear, itemised quotes with no hidden costs, and honest advice if your budget and expectations don't align.
Safety & Compliance
We're QBCC insured, use qualified licensed trades, and build to Australian standards. All work is certified. Communication is transparent. Your home is treated with respect from first visit to final handover.
SERVICE AREAS
Proudly Serving South East Queensland
Gympie Region
Sunshine Coast
Brisbane
Moreton Bay
Let's start with a conversation. Contact us to discuss your remodelling ideas, and we will arrange a visit to assess your home and explore what's possible.
