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New homes built in BC are protected by 2-5-10 home warranty insurance, as set out by the Homeowner Protection Act of BC. Licensed residential builders are regulated by the Homeowner Protection Office. Mandatory warranty insurance includes the following coverages:

2 years' coverage on labour and materials as follows:

12 months’ coverage for defects in material and labour for your unit
24 months' coverage for defects in material and labour for major systems (heating, electrical, plumbing, etc.)

5 years’ coverage on the building envelope, including coverage on unintended water penetration

10 years’ coverage on major structural items

This statutory protection is widely recognized as one of the strongest and most effective home warranty standards in Canada.

To learn more about consumer protection legislation and regulations, visit http://www.hpo.bc.ca/files/download/Bulletins/2-5-10.pdf.

Performance Guidelines

To help you determine if a deficiency may be covered by your warranty, refer to the Performance Guide in your area.

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Talking to your Builder

You play a role in making sure you can communicate freely and with ease with your builder throughout every step of the construction process.

Single Family

Your home warranty is a broad coverage plan passed on to you by your builder. It starts the moment you move in.

What’s covered for the first year?

Limited Construction Warranty
You're covered for defects in materials and labour of your home for the first year.

What’s covered for 5 years?

Structural Defect Warranty
You’re covered for structural defects for up to 5 years, including defects in material and labour. Your warranty also covers structural damage that makes your new home unfit to live in.

Limited Construction Warranty
You’re covered for defects in the load bearing structures for up to 5 years.

Maximum Protection
The combined 1-year and 5-year limited construction warranties provide coverage to a maximum of $50,000.

In Alberta, builders can customize warranties they purchase for their projects. Always refer to your warranty document for actual policy terms and coverages arranged by your builder.

Performance Guidelines

To help you determine if a deficiency may be covered by your warranty, refer to the Performance Guide in your area.

News & Articles

2011 Tommie Awards: the best of the best!

On January 28, members of National Home Warranty’s BC underwriting team had the pleasure of attending the 2011 Tommie Awards Gala. These prestigious awards recognize home building excellence in the Thompson Okanagan area. Our sincerest congratulations go out to the following National Home Warranty builders on their 2011 Tommie Gold wins.

Seasonal Maintenance Calendar

Implementing a seasonal maintenance schedule is the best way to manage your household maintenance budget, protect your investment and prevent problems down the road. Read on for detailed information and handy tips that can help keep your home in top shape throughout the year.

more

Talking to your Builder

You play a role in making sure you can communicate freely and with ease with your builder throughout every step of the construction process.

Single Family

Your home warranty is a broad coverage plan passed on to you by your builder. It starts the moment you move in.

What’s covered for the first year?

Limited Construction Warranty
You're covered for defects in materials and labour of your home for the first year.

What’s covered for 5 years?

Structural Defect Warranty
You’re covered for structural defects for up to 5 years, including defects in material and labour. Your warranty also covers structural damage that makes your new home unfit to live in.

Limited Construction Warranty
You’re covered for defects in the load bearing structures for up to 5 years.

Maximum Protection

The combined 1-year and 5-year limited construction warranties provide coverage to a maximum of $50,000.

In Saskatchewan, builders can customize warranties they purchase for their projects. Always refer to your warranty document for actual policy terms and coverages arranged by your builder.

Performance Guidelines

To help you determine if a deficiency may be covered by your warranty, refer to the Performance Guide in your area.

News & Articles

2011 Tommie Awards: the best of the best!

On January 28, members of National Home Warranty’s BC underwriting team had the pleasure of attending the 2011 Tommie Awards Gala. These prestigious awards recognize home building excellence in the Thompson Okanagan area. Our sincerest congratulations go out to the following National Home Warranty builders on their 2011 Tommie Gold wins.

Seasonal Maintenance Calendar

Implementing a seasonal maintenance schedule is the best way to manage your household maintenance budget, protect your investment and prevent problems down the road. Read on for detailed information and handy tips that can help keep your home in top shape throughout the year.

more

Talking to your Builder

You play a role in making sure you can communicate freely and with ease with your builder throughout every step of the construction process.

Single Family

Your home warranty is a broad coverage plan passed on to you by your builder. It starts the moment you move in.

What’s covered for the first year?

Limited Construction Warranty
You’re covered for defects in materials and labour of your home for the first year.

What’s covered for 5 years?

Structural Defect Warranty
You’re covered for structural defects for up to 5 years, including defects in material and labour. Your warranty also covers structural damage that makes your new home unfit to live in.

Limited Construction Warranty
You’re covered for defects in the load bearing structures for up to 5 years.

Maximum Protection

The combined 1-year and 5-year limited construction warranties provide coverage to a maximum of $50,000.

In Manitoba, builders can customize warranties they purchase for their projects. Always refer to your warranty document for actual policy terms and coverages arranged by your builder.

Performance Guidelines

To help you determine if a deficiency may be covered by your warranty, refer to the Performance Guide in your area.

News & Articles

2011 Tommie Awards: the best of the best!

On January 28, members of National Home Warranty’s BC underwriting team had the pleasure of attending the 2011 Tommie Awards Gala. These prestigious awards recognize home building excellence in the Thompson Okanagan area. Our sincerest congratulations go out to the following National Home Warranty builders on their 2011 Tommie Gold wins.

Seasonal Maintenance Calendar

Implementing a seasonal maintenance schedule is the best way to manage your household maintenance budget, protect your investment and prevent problems down the road. Read on for detailed information and handy tips that can help keep your home in top shape throughout the year.

more

Talking to your Builder

You play a role in making sure you can communicate freely and with ease with your builder throughout every step of the construction process.