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Queensland home owners deserve confidence that their building work is completed to the right standard. At the same time, licensees deserve a process that is fair, transparent and easy to understand. To support both outcomes, the QBCC is refining how …

Across Queensland, issues with driveways and paths remain among the most common types of defective building work reported to the QBCC.   Although these elements of a build may seem straightforward at face value, small oversights in design, …

A repeat offender who has never held an appropriate building licence, has been convicted and fined more than $13,000 in a case brought to court by Queensland’s Building and Construction Commission. Robert Waine Tayler was sentenced in his absence in …

Our QBCC Industry Snapshot identifies sheet metal roof cladding, flashings and capping as one of Queensland’s most frequently reported building defects.   For licensees, this presents a clear opportunity to demonstrate professionalism by staying …

The QBCC’s Technical Standards Unit (TSU) recorded positive results from recent proactive audits conducted in Townsville and the Gold Coast – with early inspections helping builders address issues before they become costly or concealed.  Across both …

Waterproofing is one of the most important jobs when building or renovating a home.  When done correctly, it protects wet areas and structural elements from water damage for years. When it fails, the resulting damage can be expensive, disruptive and …

A man who deliberately posed as a licensed builder and took more than $90,000 from home owners has been convicted, fined and ordered to pay compensation, with the threat of imprisonment if he fails to meet court-imposed payment deadlines.  The …

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission has secured a conviction against a man who carried out unlicensed building work, reinforcing the serious risks posed to home owners by illegal operators. Rhys David Goodall was convicted and fined …

Painting is one of the most noticeable final touches in a home build or renovation, but it’s also one of the most common areas where things can go wrong Spotting painting defects early: What to do when they appear? The QBCC Industry Snapshot shows …

Helping licensees understand the QBCC’s role in dispute matters  The construction industry works best when we work together. Licensees, consumers, industry bodies and regulators all play a role, and when that system works well, issues are more …