Insurance Related News
New personal guarantee insurance available for self-builders
Self-builders who have secured a personal guarantee-backed loan can now protect their assets with personal guarantee insurance from Purbeck.
A homebuyer’s guide to everything you need to know about your...
This ebook from Build-Zone Insurance offers a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to a new home warranty.
Insurance building repairs – dealing with change, uncertainty and challenge
Peter Wassell, technical director at Sedgwick, shares insight into the latest Building Repair Costs review which looks at the issues that could potentially impact the cost of building repairs over the months ahead.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance expands into Northern Ireland
With over 40 years of industry experience, structural defects warranty specialist Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has expanded into Northern Ireland.
A User’s Guide to Mediation
The User's Guide to Mediation from Gateley Vinden offers a comprehensive look at how those going through the process can prepare as best they can - and hopefully realise some success.
Why property developers need an A-rated insurer for New Home Warranties
When you build a new property, it’s crucial you ensure it has a New Home Warranty in place so you can sell it easily and protect the buyer. But with a range of warranty providers in the market, how do you know who to choose?
Build-Zone sign new deal with A-rated insurer
Structural warranty provider Build-Zone, has announced it has signed a new exclusive deal with another A-rated insurer.
HSB acquires structural warranty specialist Premier Guarantee
HSB UK has acquired UK structural warranties and building surveying specialist, MD Group, which includes the well-known Premier Guarantee brand.
Premier Guarantee introduces flexible Build to Rent cover
Building warranty expert, Premier Guarantee has introduced a new flexible and innovative Build to Rent cover, PRS Select.
Technical construction update: Bricks, rammed earth
This technical update by Premier Guarantee provides additional guidance on the use of bricks, rammed earth.
Conversion warranties: Old risks that need the right insurance cover
The popularity of conversion projects has soared. However, insurers have imposed steep price increases on conversion warranties. BuildSafe explores the benefits of getting the right insurance cover.
Retrospective structural defects insurance by BuildSafe
Why choose a retrospective structural defects insurance from BuildSafe?
London Belgravia moves into new office to accommodate company growth
London Belgravia Brokers has moved into a bigger premise at St Magnus House, Lower Thames Street, which boasts over 5,000 sq. feet.
New build home registrations on the rise
New build home registrations were up 10% in Q1 2021 compared to the same period in 2020, according to figures released today (13 May) by NHBC.
London Belgravia secures building warranty cover for Barking scheme
London Belgravia Brokers has been chosen by Shapoorji Palloonji UK to source building warranty cover for a 170 unit Build to Rent unit scheme worth £22.5m.
What you need to consider if your contractor goes bust
Ian Timlin, specialist dispute resolution and commercial litigation lawyer at Conexus Law, explores the factors to consider if faced with contractor insolvency.
AHCI prepares to open new London office in 2021
Following several years of sustained growth, structural defects warranty specialist Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) is continuing to expand its sales and technical team.
ICW Group – supporting clients every step of the way
ICW Group is one of the largest providers of home warranties in the UK, working with clients across the property and construction sector to deliver a bespoke and flexible service to ensure that every project is a success.
True cost of cladding remediation works could hit £50bn
The government’s £5bn cladding remediation fund ‘won’t scratch the surface’ for what is required to make every high-rise development EWS1 A1 compliant, says Colmore Tang Construction.
Premier Guarantee appoints new deputy managing director
Premier Guarantee has appointed Keith Evans as its new deputy managing director to lead the North, South and key national surveying departments.
NHBC NVQ campaign: Spotlight on CALA Homes
NHBC passed a major milestone at the start of 2021, having welcomed more than 5,000 candidates through its construction NVQ training programmes. Find out more here.
ICW launches new client portal
ICW Group, a building warranty and building control company, has recently launched a new client portal for its warranty clients and brokers.
PI insurance problems delay essential work on building safety, warns CLC
Cost increases and the introduction of new restrictions on professional indemnity (PI) insurance are preventing companies from taking on projects and could delay essential work on building safety, warns the Construction Leadership Council (CLC).
ICW boosts its technical division with hat trick of promotions
Building warranty specialist, ICW Group has made a trio of appointments to ICW Technical Services, its building surveying division, after a succession of new project wins.
Domestic & General secures five year partnership with EDF
Warranty provider Domestic & General, has signed a five-year deal with EDF to provide service plans and insurance for boilers and home heating systems.
Top tips for visiting a show home
For anyone thinking about buying a new build home, one of the first steps will often be visiting a show home. NHBC offers some top tips for prospective buyers.