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Suspended timber ceiling framing across a commercial tenancy

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What we take on.

Six areas of carpentry, covering everything from the structural set-out through to the last piece of skirting.

Timber wall frames and roof trusses inside an Adelaide extension at first fix stage

01 / First fix carpentry

First fix carpentry

The structural stage, where getting it right matters most. Wall frames, roof trusses, subfloors and bearers, all set out and fixed so every trade that follows has something true to work from.

  • Wall framing and set-out
  • Roof trusses and rafters
  • Subfloors, bearers and joists
  • Structural timber and steel
  • Window and door openings
Black arched steel window and herringbone timber flooring at second fix stage

02 / Second fix carpentry

Second fix carpentry

The finishing stage. Hanging doors, running skirtings and architraves, fitting linings, built-ins and staircases. This is the work that decides whether a room reads as finished or nearly finished.

  • Doors hung and adjusted
  • Skirting and architraves
  • Wall and ceiling linings
  • Staircases and balustrades
Wide merbau deck running the length of a brick Adelaide home

03 / Decks and pergolas

Decks and pergolas

Outdoor timber that has to survive Adelaide summers. Merbau and hardwood decking, composite where low maintenance matters more, plus the pergolas, verandahs and carports that go over the top of them.

  • Merbau and hardwood decking
  • Composite decking
  • Pergolas and verandahs
  • Carports and awnings
  • Screens, steps and privacy walls
Timber-framed rear extension on an Adelaide home, wrapped and ready for cladding

04 / Extensions and renovations

Extensions and renovations

From an ensuite and walk-in robe through to a garage extension or a whole-house renovation. Carpentry from the slab up, coordinated with the other trades so the job keeps moving.

  • Home extensions
  • Ensuite and walk-in robe additions
  • Garage and studio extensions
  • Bathroom and kitchen renovations
  • Full home renovations
Curved timber batten ceiling in a commercial fitout by Russo Built

05 / Custom and feature carpentry

Custom and feature carpentry

The work that does not come in a standard length. Curved walls and staircases, batten screens, feature ceilings and bespoke details set out from scratch on site.

  • Curved walls and bulkheads
  • Feature staircases
  • Timber batten screens and ceilings
  • Feature cladding and linings
White heritage-style picket and wire fence along a stone verandah home

06 / Maintenance and fencing

Maintenance and fencing

General carpentry maintenance for homes and businesses, plus fencing and gates. The jobs that are too small for a builder and too particular for a handyman.

  • General carpentry repairs
  • Timber replacement and rot repair
  • Fencing and gates
  • Door and window adjustments
  • Commercial maintenance

Not sure which one your job is?

Most jobs are a mix. Describe what you are after and Luke Russo will tell you what is involved.