We recently got our roof repaired and painted by Bayside Roof Restorations. Not only were they very…read morehelpful and provided us with the best quote, they also did a fantastic job on the roof. It looks absolutely fantastic and we are so overwhelmed with the finished product. Great team of blokes. 100% Highly recommended.

Having recently used Bayside Roof Repairs in Victoria Point I found the service and result to be…read moreexcellent at what seemed to be a reasonable price compared with other quotes. Todd and his team were easy to talk to and offered great advice. I am very happy with the results and have gone back to Todd to have additional work done around the house. I have no hesitation in recommending Todd and Bayside Roof Repairs.

Couldn't be happier with the entire process from start to finish. I needed a single carport to…read moreprotect my ute from the Brisbane heat and was expecting the usual hassle--delays, price blowouts, poor communication. But Mitch from the crew proved me wrong. He showed up when he said he would, explained everything in plain terms, and helped me choose a style that actually matched my home. The louvred roof addition was a brilliant suggestion--adds airflow and makes it feel more open. They even worked around my schedule without complaint and left no mess behind, including some leftover yard junk I hadn't moved. The final price was fair and within budget, and the quality? Spot on. I'd confidently call it one of the better trades experiences I've had in Brisbane. Real craftsmanship still exists, apparently. Cheers to that.

I had a minor leak on my concrete tile roof and jason identified the cause as a build up of…read morefoliage from the neighbours silky oak tree He cleaned the area and hosed it down and replaced a broken tile. His costs were reasonable. I have utilised this firm over the years and it is a good example of a professional family company and always happy to support them Malcolm Mackintosh

Shops with amusing names often get lodged in my head a lot…read morelonger than their blander cousins. (e.g. Plumb Repair Nundah IS NOT AN EXCITING NAME FOR A SMALL BUSINESS I WILL NOT REMEMBER YOUR SERVICES NEXT TIME I HAVE A LEAK.) ...So when I did see the Lumen 8 store I knew it was the beginning of a sweet friendship. Lumen 8 (as the name suggests) is a shop dedicated to beautiful architectural lighting. Their extensive range is current, unique and is sourced from both leading european brands and great local Australian and NZ designers. The showroom is stuffed full of true works of lighting art, unfortunately I wasn't allowed to take pictures but a glance at their online catalogue will leave guarantee to leave you lusting after everything. The staff were friendly and knowledgable and the space itself is modern, clean and really lets the products speak for themselves. Perfect for renovators (or poor students with a dream), Lumen 8 is well worth a visit when Valleyside.

Replacing a roof is a massive job, but the team turned it into a smooth experience. We went with a…read morefull Zincalume replacement to handle the salt air. From the initial inspection, it was clear that Liam understood the structural needs of an older home. He pointed out where the battens had started to rot and replaced them before laying the new sheets. The attention to detail on the apron flashing and the ridge capping shows they take pride in their trade. If you're looking for a crew that values quality over a quick buck, give this team a call.

We'd been hearing a strange tapping sound in the roof whenever the wind picked up. Turned out a…read moreridge cap had lifted slightly. The fella who checked it pointed it out straight away and fixed it on the spot. Simple job in the end but glad we got it looked at before it turned into something bigger.

I obtained a quote from Doyles Mitre 10 Timber & Hardware at Mitchelton and it was very…read morecompetitive. The staff were very knowledgeable ( I am not a builder) and I felt that I could trust their advice. All the gear arrived by truck and the men from Mitre 10 helped take the steel and timber into my garage. Very impressed. Thanks again. Chris The Gap Brisbane

You COULD drive a little further to venture into that well-known warehouse style hardware store, or…read moreif you're in the middle of painting a wall with your Dad and need a new paint roller pronto, you COULD also drive a lickity split down the road and shop at Doyles Home Hardware. Tucked away on Blackwood Street, Doyles have been a hardware savior on multiple occasions since moving to the area. From small wall hooks to hang new prints to custom cut lengths of timber - the team at Doyles have it all. Plus it's service with an old fashioned smile. Thumbs up, Blackwood Street.

I've always noticed that Toyworld is a little too cramped, a combination of having too much stock…read morein small aisles. Out of all their suburban outlets, the Mt Gravatt Toyworld takes the prize for being the most chaotic. Bargain bins line the front of the shop and spill open onto the footpath. On some occasions (during mega sales), they set up an outdoor marquee with buckets of final line items which is definitely worth rummaging through. Don't expect to get much help from staff at this store. They're too busy ringing up sales. It's all pretty self-explanatory anyway. If a particular item is not on the shelf, then it's not at the shop. You would think tempers would run high between wearied parents, overworked staff and tantrum-prone children, but staff, customers and kids take everything in their stride. Parents didn't even get upset when I accidentally pushed in at the sales counter. Then again, they were too busy stopping their kids from pawing the $3 boy/ girl lucky dip - a clever shop strategy methinks to turnover nasty, unsold stock. That aside, I always come here to buy cheap presents - not the big birthday gifts but the $10 or under gifts for minor celebrations.

I used Bells to do a high rise wash down prior to getting the building painted…read more They were really good and the price was tight. I thought they might be a bit iffy because of the quality assurance but no..........very professional. good value