Queensland’s Most Trusted, Multi-Award-Winning Residential Energy Compliance Experts.
House of Stars Pty Ltd
Expert. Excellence. Residential Energy Compliance Done Right.
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Queensland’s Most Trusted, Multi-Award-Winning Residential Energy Compliance Experts.
Since 2006, House of Stars has been the trusted expert for Queensland’s leading building certifiers, builders, building designers, architects, and homeowners, providing consultation, expert advice, and residential energy compliance reports for:
- Minor and Major Home Renovations
- Home Alterations, Additions and Extensions
- House Raises and Build Under works
- Relocated Dwellings
- Garage Conversions
- Retrospective Builds (already built- unapproved or uncertified works)
- New Home Builds assessed under Queensland’s transitional arrangements
Done Right
Because the cost of interpretation can be expensive.
On Time
Let’s face it, time is money.
On Budget
Because sustainable housing is affordable housing.
Second Opinion
insightful reviews for better outcomes
Years in Residential Energy Conservation
Families helped since 1992
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Energy Compliance Reports for all Residential Building works in Queensland
Building new, extending, or renovating? You’ll need an Energy Compliance Report.
A Residential Building Energy Compliance Report is a legal requirement under the Building Act 1975, the National Construction Code (NCC), and the Queensland Development Code (QDC).
If you’re building a new home, adding an extension, making minor or major alterations to an existing dwelling, or converting a garage into a living space — you’ll need an Energy Compliance Report as part of the building approval process. You are in the right place to get one!
The Building Certifier will request this report at the time of lodging an application for building approval. You’ll need the Energy Compliance Report before you can get formal approval to build, ensuring your project meets the necessary energy efficiency standards.
Energy Compliance Reports for Home Alterations, Extensions & Conversions
It’s not just for new homes — it applies to more projects than you think.
We specialise in providing fully compliant energy reports and solutions for:
- Minor and Major Home Renovations
- Home Alterations, Additions and Extensions
- House Raises and Build Under works
- Garage Conversions
- Retrospective Builds (already built- unapproved or uncertified works)
- Relocated or Re-Established Dwellings
“Start Your Project With Confidence”
The Energy Compliance Solution You’ve Been Waiting For!
Welcome to House of Stars — where your project is our passion. We ensure energy compliance is delivered on time, with outcomes designed to meet your budget, and done absolutely right, all within the context of complex legislation.
Because we’re not just about compliance; we’re about building something exceptional with you every step of the way. Your dream is our vision.
Energy compliance without the runaround and chaos.
Our reports are:
- Aligned with Queensland’s legislation
- Designed for cost-efficiency
- Delivered on time
- Backed by over 33 years of hands-on experience
- Intended to reduce home energy builds
- Create a more comfortable home — naturally
New Home Builds
Not sure which energy code applies to your new project? You’re not alone.
We understand the journey — from concept to construction, designing a home is no small feat. If your project has been in the works for some time, one quick chat with House of Stars could help clarify your compliance pathway and potentially save you $20K–$100K in build costs.
At House of Stars, we support homeowners, owner-builders, renovation professionals, new home builders, building designers, architects, builders, and building certifiers with expert interpretation of Queensland’s energy efficiency legislation — so everyone starts on the same page.
We help you engage your certifier with clarity, quote with confidence, and ensure your project sits comfortably within the legislation — avoiding unnecessary rework down the track.
Not sure what applies to your new home build?
Let’s have a quick conversation before you lock anything in — it could save time, money, and a lot of headaches later.
[Upload your plans here] and request a quote —
We invite you to start your energy compliance journey with clarity — because building with confidence starts here.
Existing Homes
WE SPECIALISE IN RETROSPECTIVE ENERGY REPORTS
Helping You Meet Compliance, After the Fact
Even if the building work has already been completed without formal building approval or final certification, we can help.
At House of Stars, we work alongside building certifiers who specialise in retrospective building approvals, and we handle the energy reports for those as well!
Upgrades might be necessary to bring your dwelling up to the energy compliance standards that applied when the conversion or the dwelling was originally built. We’ll guide you every step of the way, providing clear, expert advice on what needs to be done.
At House of Stars, we streamline the retrospective energy compliance process, supporting you through any challenges with clarity and confidence.
These reports are often needed when:
- You’re seeking final certification for past works
- You’ve discovered unapproved building works during a house SALE
- You’ve discovered unapproved building works during a house PURCHASE
- A certifier has requested energy report documentation to move forward
- You’re resolving compliance issues for a previously completed build
- Where council has issued you with a penalty notice or even an order to rectify the unapproved work.
If you’ve hit a roadblock trying to sell or certify your property due to an uncertified addition, garage conversion, or extension, we’re here to get you back on track — quickly, clearly, and in line with the law.
If the unapproved work is discovered during a property sale or refinancing process, it could cause significant delays or complications. The building certifier may not be able to issue a certificate of occupancy or completion, and the sale of the property may be put on hold until the issue is resolved.
Need a quote?
Fill out our quote form and we’ll get back to you with everything you need to keep your project moving.
Need a chat and specialist advice?
Phone- Helen Armstrong on 0421 166 516 or send us an enquiry below.