Black Star Built is a Newport-based carpentry business serving homeowners across Melbourne's inner west and inner north. We specialise in residential carpentry, timber repairs and renovation support, working with clearly defined scopes, heritage-sensitive detail and a genuine respect for the homes we work in.
Choosing Black Star Built
We bring local knowledge to every project, with a real understanding of Melbourne's inner west streetscapes, its older homes and the character and quirks that come with them. We specialise in timber restoration, heritage-sensitive carpentry and the kind of small-scale work that bigger builders won't prioritise. If you've struggled to find a tradesperson who will show up, communicate clearly and treat your home with care, that's exactly the gap we fill.
Our Services
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We provide small-scale renovation carpentry within existing homes, focused on non-structural upgrades and improvement works. This includes internal alterations, minor layout changes, and carpentry tasks that support renovation projects without requiring structural modification or full building oversight.
Our work is best suited to projects with a clearly defined scope, staged improvements, or targeted upgrades where attention to detail and coordination with existing finishes are essential.
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Older homes across Melbourne's inner west often lose heat, let in moisture and deteriorate quietly in ways that aren't always visible. We offer practical upgrades including insulation, vapour control, weather-resistant barriers and high-performance window and door installations that improve comfort, reduce energy loss and protect the structure of your home long term. It's technical work done carefully, with finishes that look like they were always meant to be there.
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We build decks, pergolas, screens and custom outdoor seating designed to suit Melbourne's conditions and the way you actually use your space. Every project is tailored to the site and finished with the same care and attention we bring to everything we do.
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We restore and maintain the timber details that give Melbourne's older homes their character. Weatherboards, fascias, trims and beyond. Repaired, replaced or refinished with quality materials and a genuine respect for the original work. The result looks right and lasts.
Areas We Service
FAQs
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We work across Melbourne’s Inner West and Inner North, including suburbs like Yarraville, Seddon, Footscray, Newport, Kensington, Williamstown and Altona. Our focus is on small, high-quality carpentry projects that improve comfort and functionality within a carpenter’s licensed scope of work.
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We take on small-scale, detail-driven projects under $10,000 - such as weatherboard repairs, decks, verandahs and timber restorations. Every project is completed to a high standard of workmanship, using durable materials that suit Melbourne’s local climate and architecture.
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High-performance carpentry focuses on building homes that exceed standard construction practices for durability, comfort and efficiency. It uses advanced detailing, quality materials and careful workmanship to create well-insulated, airtight structures that manage moisture effectively and reduce energy use. The result is a home that feels stable year-round, with improved thermal comfort, healthier indoor air quality and longer-lasting performance.
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Yes - we often complete practical upgrades and durable carpentry solutions for investment homes and rentals.
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Yes. Many of our projects involve the restoration of period timber details such as trims, weatherboards, fascia and verandahs. We use like-for-like profiles and traditional methods to maintain the home’s original character while improving its weather resistance and durability.
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Some small decks, verandahs or structural repairs may require a permit depending on their size, height or distance from boundaries. We don’t handle permit applications directly, but once approvals are in place, we can carry out all carpentry work safely and in compliance with local building standards.
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We approach every project with the same level of detail you’d expect in high-performance construction. From accurate timber framing and precise WRB (weather-resistant barrier) installation to careful window fitting and flashing, each step is carried out to protect the structure from moisture and movement. By combining correct building methods with quality materials, we ensure every element inside or out performs reliably for years to come.