Carpentry & Renovation Services in Seddon
Black Star Built is a small-scale renovation and carpentry business working across Melbourne’s Inner West and Inner North, with a strong focus on Seddon. From restoring period timber details to carrying out small-scale renovations and extensions, we help homeowners in Seddon improve the comfort, functionality, and long-term durability of their homes.
Working With Black Star Built
In Seddon, we approach carpentry with respect for the people we work with, the homes we improve and for the craft itself. Renovations are never one-size-fits-all, so we spend time understanding what matters to you, keeping the process clear and collaborative from beginning to end.
Seddon’s mix of character homes and newer builds means every project is different. From timber repairs to kitchen upgrades or extensions, our priority is to protect what gives your home its charm while making it more practical for daily life.
By focusing on detail, using methods that stand the test of time and treating every job with care, we create improvements that homeowners in Seddon can rely on for years to come.
Our Services
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Renovations in Seddon are often about improving liveability while respecting period details. We take on small-scale projects such as kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces that make everyday life easier without compromising the home’s character.
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For families in Seddon, a well-planned extension can provide much-needed space while blending seamlessly with the existing home. We focus on smaller additions that meet council requirements and improve functionality without overbuilding.
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Seddon homeowners value their outdoor spaces. We design and build decks, pergolas, and alfresco areas that suit compact blocks and create low-maintenance spaces for entertaining and relaxing.
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We apply best-practice carpentry methods that improve comfort and energy efficiency in Seddon homes. While we can deliver airtight detailing, insulation upgrades and moisture management measures we strongly recommend working with a passive house designer or architect first. This ensures that the right steps can be taken towards improving your home and eliminating any issues further down the track.
FAQs
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Yes — we source matching profiles and use skilled carpentry to ensure new boards blend seamlessly with the existing façade.
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We build the carpentry components of small extensions but don’t coordinate other trades or manage the project. You’ll need a builder or project manager for the full build.
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We remove the damaged timber, install new treated fascia boards, and finish them ready for painting, which we are happy to do.
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We don’t handle permit checks, but we can build your pergola once you’ve confirmed approval or exemption with council or your designer.
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Yes. We can implement high-performance carpentry practices - like airtight construction, improved insulation installs and thermal detailing to support energy-efficient upgrades. For best results, we recommend working with a designer who specialises in sustainable retrofits.
