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The Régie du bâtiment du Québec plays a major role within the field of construction: the RBQ ensures not only the quality of the work, but also your physical safety as well as your protection as a consumer.

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How to avoid unpleasant surprises? By using the services of the right people, whether a contractor or an inspector.

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Here are our top tips for choosing a contractor, signing a contract or doing some of the work yourself.

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You’ve dealt with a contractor and are dissatisfied with their services? See this section for solutions.

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Good practices can ensure your safety and that of your loved ones, whether at home or in a public place like a shopping mall, swimming pool or escape room.

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Particular building problems

Fungi, cracks in the foundation, clayey soil: learn how to spot some of the problems that could affect your building, and how to fix them.

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Date of printing: 2026-09-15. The information provided on this page was accurate when it was printed, but it could have changed since. For more information, please consult the www.rbq.gouv.qc.ca or contact the RBQ at 1-800-361-0761.