Using a licensed contractor

If you engage a builder or tradesperson to do work that is valued in excess of $3,300, you must ensure they have a QBCC licence.

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is a government authority that regulates the Queensland building industry and provides information and advice to consumers and trade contractors. Therefore, using a contractor with a QBCC licence, can also give you greater peace-of-mind.

How to check whether a builder is licensed

To check whether a builder is licenced, you can:

• Contact the QBCC or use their online licensee search
• Ask the builder to show you their licence.

Another way to ensure your contractor is licensed from the get-go is to build with a Master Builder.

Find a Master Builder

The Find a Master Builder search is a free service that helps you find properly licensed Master Builders for your upcoming job. The service makes finding a building contractor easy and eliminates unnecessary ringing around.

Find a Master Builder