Is your contractor Licensed ??

1. Compliance with Queensland Building Standards

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) exists to regulate the building industry and protect consumers. When you choose a QBCC-licensed installer, you’re ensuring that your project meets all legal and safety requirements. This is especially important for structural installations like awnings and external blinds, which need to withstand the elements year-round.

1.2 - The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) plays a vital role in ensuring that all building and construction work in the state meets strict safety and quality standards. For external blind and awning installations, it’s especially important to understand how this type of work falls under the definition of “building work” as outlined by the QBCC.

According to the QBCC, “building work” includes a wide range of construction activities—anything involving the erection, construction, renovation, alteration, extension, improvement, or repair of a building or structure. Specifically, for external blinds and awnings, this includes installations that are:

• Attached to a building or structure

• Capable of providing structural shelter or shade

• Fixed in a way that may impact the building’s structural integrity or external appearance

This means that in most cases, the installation of external blinds and awnings is considered building work that must be carried out by a licensed contractor when the total value of the project (including materials and labour) exceeds $3,300.

By hiring a QBCC-licensed installer, you’re ensuring the work is done in accordance with all relevant laws, building codes, and Australian Standards. This isn’t just about ticking a box—it’s about ensuring your installation is safe, compliant, and built to last.

2. Workmanship You Can Trust

QBCC-licensed companies must meet strict requirements around experience, qualifications, and financial stability. This means you’re dealing with professionals who are properly trained and equipped to deliver high-quality results. A properly installed external blind or awning will not only look better—it will also last longer and perform better in all weather conditions.

3. Consumer Protection

Engaging a QBCC-licensed contractor gives you access to dispute resolution services and insurance protections, such as the Queensland Home Warranty Scheme (in applicable cases). If anything goes wrong, you have a clear path to resolution—something you won’t get when working with an unlicensed operator.

4. Avoid Costly Mistakes

We’ve had countless customers come to us after DIY jobs or non-compliant installations have gone wrong. What might seem like a cost-saving shortcut can quickly become a costly repair job. With a licensed professional, you avoid these headaches altogether.

5. Accountability

QBCC-licensed businesses are accountable to a governing body. If there are any issues with your installation, you know exactly where to turn. This level of accountability is a major advantage compared to hiring someone “off the books.”

Choose Experience, Expertise, and Compliance

At Keast Shutters & Blinds, we’re proud to be a QBCC-licensed company. We don’t just install quality blinds and awnings—we ensure the job is done right, safely, and to the highest standards.

When you’re investing in your home, don’t take chances. Choose a licensed professional. Choose Keast.

Get in touch with our team today to book a free measure and quote, and experience the difference a QBCC-licensed business can make.