Summary of cover: Completed housing warranty

Why choose LABC Warranty?

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 completed housing warranty 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.

Surveyor and Site Manager interacting on building site

LABC Warranty in numbers

LABC Warranty is one of the largest providers of structural warranties for new homes and buildings in the UK. Established in 2007, we provide risk management inspection services across England and Wales.

23

billion
worth of reconstruction costs covered since we started in 2007

LABC Warranty has covered £23 billion worth of reconstruction since 2007, and recorded our best ever year in 2021 with £3.2 billion covered.

105000

homes and commercial units completed since 2017

LABC Warranty provides tailored cover for residential, commercial and build-to-rent developments.

12900

copies of our Technical Manual downloaded in 2021

We take pride on being voted No.1 for technical support in independent research (2020). Our Technical Manual aims to guide you on meeting the technical standards required at each stage of construction.

Randall and Chisnall owner interview still

"The LABC Warranty guys have got a good rapport with us. They're not just reading out of a book - when you talk to them they seem to know what you're going through and what answers you are looking for."

“Other providers often have to refer back to engineers and you can be waiting two or three weeks for an answer on something that can be resolved there and then.”
Simon Randall and Gary Chisnall, Randall and Chisnall
Cyden Homes Sales Director interview still

"We have always worked with LABC Warranty before we actually start construction. One of the first things we noticed was how fast they were at approving plans and drawings and how fast they would come if issues arose on site.”

"Not only is the design important but also the quality and assurance that the house is being built the way it should be. That’s where we come in!"
Peter Bond - Sales Director, Cyden Homes
High Grange Developments owner interview still

"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

Looking for cover on a different type of development?

New homes for sale

10 years’ cover on new homes for sale, with single unit limits up to £1m and continuous structures £25m, with higher limits on request.

Social housing

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

 

Private rental

10 or 12 years’ cover on rental properties to provide protection and security for you, the developer or investor, including loss of rent* and alternative accommodation.

Private Rental Select

Designed for build-to-rent developments with built-in flexibility should you wish to sell all or part of the development to new owners.

Commercial

10 years of cover with variable excess, designed to protect owners or developers of commercial sites from potentially costly defects.

Mixed Use Developments

You can use a combination of different LABC Warranty policies to cover different elements to ensure comprehensive protection for the entire development.

Major Projects

If you are constructing a building of six stories or more you will benefit from an enhanced service through our Major Projects Service.

Self-build

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

Still have a question?

Head to our FAQs for more information or if your enquiry is more specific, please get in touch. We are always happy to help.

Get in touch

Ready to get a quote?

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.

Apply for a quote online

Latest from LABC

What’s new in Version 12 of the LABC Warranty Technical Manual?

What’s new in Version 12?

We’ve summarised a few of the most crucial updates for the next edition of the LABC Warranty

Learn more

LABC Warranty appoints David Swigciski as new Managing Director

Learn more

Spring 2024 technical training dates announced

Learn more

Women in construction: we’ve come a long way

Learn more