Why choose LABC Warranty?

Providing complete support for your structural warranty needs.

 

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Backed by A-rated insurers

All of our policies are underwritten by A-rated insurers, giving you and your customer’s peace of mind.

Lender approval

Our new homes cover is widely accepted by the leading banks and building societies helping potential buyers obtain the mortgage they need to purchase your homes.

No. 1 for technical support

Voted No.1 for technical support in the structural warranty market in independent research conducted in 2021, you will benefit from the expertise of our risk management surveyors, working alongside your Local Authority Building Control (LABC) team.

Partnership with LABC

LABC Warranty works in partnership with Local Authority Building Control (LABC), so your development benefits from two pairs of eyes - covering building regulations and risk management.

Peace of mind with new home warranty cover from LABC Warranty

For peace of mind, to enable your buyers to secure a mortgage or to release funds for your dream self-build home, LABC Warranty is here to help you.

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How our process works

Submit your application

Requesting a quotation is easy. Simply complete our online application form and let us do the rest of the work for you.

Surveyor will visit

Our network of experienced, local Risk Management Surveyors work alongside your LABC Building Control Surveyor, and will review your development in accordance with our technical standards.

Complete your build

Once your build is complete and all conditions satisfied your Certificate of Insurance will be issued.

Protection

Once the Certificate of Insurance is issued you, your buyer or tenants are protected under the policy for 10 or 12 years.

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“It’s been fantastic working with LABC Warranty and I'd like to work with them again in the future."

“As site managers we would only build something that we would be proud to live in ourselves. If anything escapes me my inspector will always see it and point it out and between the two of us we can come to a solution.”
Mick Rose, Site Manager, Bloor Homes
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"We all want building excellence. It's a quality that Hale and LABC Warranty both share and that is what we aim to deliver."

"One of the main reasons we enjoy working with LABC Warranty is to gather their invaluable knowledge and experience. Catching a potential issue is key to achieving high standards and avoiding unnecessary costs at the end of the development."
Gerwyn Landrygan, Contracts Manager, JG Hale Construction
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"LABC Warranty inspectors are professional, experienced and expert in their field.”

"We chose to work with LABC Warranty because we think it is the most prominent organisation of its type and the prestige of winning their awards reflects more positively on us than other warranty providers. Anything that rewards and recognises quality, stimulates quality, and that can only be a good thing."
Gary Reed, Owner, High Grange Developments

Structural Warranty FAQs

What is a warranty?

A structural warranty is an insurance policy designed to protect against defects in new buildings, normally for a period of 10 years after completion.


Whilst a structural warranty is purchased by the builder before construction starts, it actually protects the homeowner from structural damage that may occur during the first ten years after it has been completed.

What does it cover?

The cover provided by a structural warranty varies greatly by provider but can include:


Deposit protection

Should the developer become insolvent during the build this protects the homeowner’s deposit.


Defects insurance

Leading providers of structural warranties include a defects period for the first two years of cover. This provides protection against non-compliance with the warranty provider’s technical manual and may include non-structural issues.

Structural insurance

This makes up the main part of the warranty and covers against structural issues after the defects period expires.

When is a warranty required?

If you are building or converting new homes it is recommended you purchase a structural warranty prior to construction, in addition to building regulation approval.


However, if you are building a conservatory or an extension you may not need a warranty but you will need to comply with building regulations to ensure the property is structurally sound.


Find out more about how to obtain building regulation approval for your project at www.labc.co.uk

Why do I need a Warranty?

The main reason you will need to invest in a structural warranty is to help you sell your property once it is completed. The vast majority of mortgage lenders and banks require a structural warranty to be in place before they will provide a mortgage on a property.


A structural warranty will also provide protection against defects in either workmanship or the risk of failure with construction materials helping minimise any problems arising whilst ensuring your reputation is protected.

Which warranty should I choose?

Each of our policies have different levels, limits and sections of cover depending on the type and size of your build as outlined below:


We offer a comprehensive range of schemes for all your warranty requirements:


New Homes for sale Warranty

Designed to cover homes being built to sell AND accepted by all of the UK’s leading lenders to help you sell your new development more easily.

Learn more about our New Homes for sale Warranty


Private Rental Warranty

10 or 12 years’ cover on purpose built rental properties to provide protection and security for you, the developer or investor.

Find out more about our Private Rental Warranty


Private Rental Select Warranty

Ideal for build-to-rent schemes, Private Rental Select gives investors, owners and developers all the features of our Private Rental cover but with greater control.

Learn more about our Private Rental Select Warranty


Social Housing Warranty

10 or 12 years’ cover on new affordable housing or shared ownership homes, protecting you and your tenants.

Find out more about out Social Housing Warranty


Major Projects Warranty

An enhanced service which provides cover for large projects with a building of six storeys or more, or a reconstruction value of £22.5m plus. Check if your building/s qualify as a major project with our tall buildings graphic. (Link to tall building graphic)

Learn more about our Major Projects Warranty


Commercial Warranty

To protect owners or developers of commercial sites from potentially costly defects.

Find out more about our Commercial Warranty


Mixed Use Developments Warranty

For developments with a combination of new homes for sale, private rental and/or social housing we can combine different policies to cover the separate elements of the build ensuring comprehensive protection for the entire development.

Learn more about our Mixed Use Developments Warranty


Completed Housing Warranty

Provides cover on completed properties which do not already have a warranty in place. For example where a self-builder’s circumstances have changed meaning they now need a warranty to sell their home.

Find out more about our Completed Housing Warranty


Self-Build Warranty

Specifically designed for people building their dream home. As well as providing security and peace of mind the 10 year policy can be used to secure stage payments from lenders.

Learn more about our Self-Build Warranty

How is a warranty different from buildings and contents insurance?

A structural warranty is not the same as standard home insurance which is typically made up of building and contents insurance. Buildings insurance is usually a minimum requirement of any mortgage agreement and provides cover for damage to the property including fixtures and fittings like the kitchen and bathrooms. Contents insurance on the other hand is optional but can usually be combined with your buildings insurance to provide cover for loss or damage to personal belongings such as your TV, sofas and other valuable items.


A structural warranty on the other hand will only protect you against major defects resulting in damage to the actual structure of the building not general wear and tear.


For more information please refer to the homeowner's handbook  or homeowner section of our website.

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