Home Owner Hub

Your home is one of your most valuable assets. In this section, you'll be guided through every stage of building and renovation—from initial planning to completion—while learning about our role and how we can protect home owners through the Queensland Home Warranty Scheme.

Where are you on your building or renovation journey?

STEP 1
Getting started
STEP 2
Finding a contractor and getting quotes
STEP 3
Preparing and signing a contract
STEP 4
Doing the work
STEP 5
Finalising the work

Consumer Building Guide

Make sure to read this guide before signing a contract over $20,000.
View the guide

Help with issues and disputes

If you and your contractor are at a standstill over an issue with your building or renovation project, we may be able to help facilitate a resolution.
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Home Warranty Scheme explained
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Owner-builder responsibilities

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Queensland Home Warranty Scheme explained

Building or renovating? The Queensland Home Warranty Scheme (QHWS) helps protect home owners if something goes wrong during the building process.

Learn how the QHWS can protect you

QBCC licensee register

Look up the history of a QBCC licensed individual or company...

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Last reviewed: 28 Jun 2025 Last published: 9 Mar 2026
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