There is no single fixed price because cost depends on the size of the home, the scope of work, and the finish level chosen. Bishop Construction provides a free, obligation-free quote after a site visit or on-site consultation, so the figure reflects your actual home and block rather than a generic estimate. As a rough guide, a house lift alone in Brisbane can start from around $15,000 and run to $80,000 or more, with a full build-under including a kitchen and bathrooms at the higher end. Call 07 3469 5110 or request a quote for pricing specific to your project.

Not necessarily. Because one team manages design, trade pricing, and construction together, Bishop Construction can pass on industry discounts and reduce the costly design changes that often surface once a separately hired builder reviews the plans. Managing designers and builders as separate parties also shifts coordination and risk back onto the homeowner, which can add cost of its own.

No. Bishop Construction provides free, obligation-free quotes, including a free on-site consultation for house raising and build-under projects.

Cost depends on house size, site conditions and slope, the desired lift height, the scope of the build-under (extra bedrooms, a rumpus room, or a full level with a kitchen and bathrooms), the type of council approval required, and whether restumping is needed. Bathrooms and kitchens add the most due to plumbing and wet-area work. Even so, raising and building under is generally cheaper than buying a larger home in the same suburb.

The main drivers are the size of the extension or renovation, whether it is a single or second-storey addition, site complexity such as a sloping block, and the finish level in kitchens and bathrooms. Bishop Construction sets out costs in a quote after assessing the scope with you, before work begins.

The process runs in five stages: an initial discussion of your project, timeframe and budget; comprehensive plans and engineering, after which a full quote is provided; submission of plans for council approval where applicable; construction once approval is granted; and a final inspection and handover. Bishop Construction manages each stage and is available to answer questions throughout.

Timelines depend on scope. A straightforward house extension typically runs 3 to 6 months from design to handover, while a full second-storey addition or major renovation takes longer. Council approval timeframes are one of the biggest variables, which is why Bishop Construction starts managing approvals as early as possible in the process.

Most of the timeline sits in design and approvals before any lifting begins, and the build itself moves faster once permits are in place. Bishop Construction provides a stage-by-stage schedule at the planning stage so you know what to expect before committing.

In most cases, no. You will generally need to move out during the lift and the main build-under stage for safety and access reasons. Bishop Construction confirms the likely timeframe upfront so you can plan ahead.

Contact Bishop Construction on 07 3469 5110 or request a free quote through the website. The team will discuss your project, timeframe, and budget, and for house raising projects can arrange a free on-site consultation.

Yes. Bishop Construction manages Brisbane council building applications on your behalf, including liaising with certifiers, town planners and surveyors. It is best to flag this early in the consultation process, as requirements vary by project.

Yes. A raise and build-under project needs building approval, and sometimes a development application, depending on overlays such as flood, heritage or character. Bishop Construction coordinates the certifier, engineer, and council documentation for you.

Projects are completed in line with Queensland’s regulatory framework, including QBCC licensing requirements, National Construction Code (NCC) compliance for structural, fire and energy efficiency requirements, and AS 1684 for residential timber-framed construction. Council development approval, building approval, and certifier sign-off are managed as part of the service.

A brick home can be raised provided the brickwork is not structural. Homes with a brick facade can be raised once the external facade has been removed. Bishop Construction assesses this on-site and advises whether a particular home suits a raise.

Raising lifts living areas well above ground level, which can reduce flood exposure for homes near the Brisbane River or in low-lying areas. It also creates the opportunity to restump the home, protecting the structure against termites, water, and rot.

No. Bishop Construction has a long-standing relationship with building design company Designer Planning and coordinates building designers, certifiers, town planners, and surveyors as part of the design and construct service. If you already have a designer, Bishop Construction can also liaise with them directly.

Yes. Bishop Construction draws on an established network of subcontractors, draftspeople, and engineers who meet its standards, and manages sourcing as part of the design and construct service.

A standard builder works from plans a homeowner already has. A design and construct builder such as Bishop Construction is involved before the plans exist, so the design reflects what can actually be built, which reduces design changes and cost surprises once construction starts.

It depends on your priorities. Raising and building under keeps your existing yard space, preserves a Queenslander’s classic roofline, lifts living areas for flood resilience, and creates the chance to restump the home. Building up gains a new upper floor and view, but does not add usable ground-level space or change flood exposure. Bishop Construction can weigh up both options against your block and budget.

Both. A significant share of Bishop Construction’s work is renovations and extensions across Brisbane, including Queenslander conversions and second-storey additions, and the design and construct approach applies just as effectively to these as it does to a new build.

Yes. Bishop Construction Services works across Brisbane and South East Queensland, including areas such as North Lakes, Redcliffe, Caboolture, Ipswich, the Redlands and the Gold Coast. If a suburb is not listed on the website, homeowners are encouraged to call and confirm coverage.

Yes. Bishop Construction holds QBCC Licence 1074234 and is a full member of Master Builders Queensland.

Bishop Construction is a family-owned business that has operated across the Brisbane region for more than 20 years, led by Barney and his team.

This depends on site access and the scope of the project. Machinery such as a Bobcat generally needs at least 1 metre of width and 2 metres of height to access the site, so narrow or obstructed access may require clearing beforehand. The simplest way to check is to send photos of the access area with measurements, or to wait until the on-site consultation.

Client feedback consistently points to professionalism, reliability and quality workmanship, including from repeat clients who have used Bishop Construction for more than one project, such as decks and house raising work. Testimonials are published on the Bishop Construction website.

Bishop Construction is based at 8 Rowsley St, Greenslopes, QLD 4120, and services Brisbane and South East Queensland.

Call 07 3469 5110, or submit an enquiry through the free quote form on bishopconstruction.com.au. The team aims to reply within 24 hours.

Bishop Construction offers design and construct, custom new home builds, renovations and extensions (including kitchens, bathrooms, interiors, and exteriors), house raising and build-under, restumping, knockdown rebuild, second-storey extensions, decks, verandahs, pergolas, carports, and carpentry services.