What we cover

We have a range of structural warranty cover designed to protect your new build project. Whether you are building new houses, constructing large apartment blocks or working on commercial projects to sell or rent, we are confident that we have a product with the necessary level of cover. Select one of our products below to learn more.

Our range of structural warranties

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.

Completed housing

Provides cover on completed properties which do not already have a warranty in place - for when builders now need a warranty to sell their home.

Are you working on a project with a building of six storeys or more?

If you are working on a project with a building of six storeys or more you get the benefit of an enhanced service from our Major Projects Team. To see if your building/s would qualify as a major project check out our tall buildings graphic.

If you would like to discuss your project with us and see how we can get involved early why not request a call and one of our team will be in touch?
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Exclusive warranty partner of your local authority

If you know the warranty cover you need for the build of your project, you can apply for a quote online today.
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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 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.

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

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