From trade to timber: how stronger US–UK relations could fuel a housebuilding boom

As the UK continues to pursue stronger trade relations with the US, Build Warranty explores the potential boost on UK housebuilding. The post From trade to timber: how stronger US–UK relations could fuel a housebuilding boom appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Strong growth at structural warranty and bond specialist

LBB reports £4.6bn GDV insured despite market headwinds

Mitigating risk and maximising value with warranty provider ICW

With an increase in the number of warranty providers in the market, it’s important to understand what factors to consider when choosing comprehensive cover for your build projects. The post Mitigating risk and maximising value with warranty provider ICW appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Build Warranty welcomes UK finance recommendations to raise standards in warranty provision

In a welcome development for the structural warranty sector, UK Finance is to issue recommendations to establish minimum operating criteria for warranty providers. The post Build Warranty welcomes UK finance recommendations to raise standards in warranty provision appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Your Project, Our Protection

Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) offers a variety of building warranty and insurance services, perfect for any project. The post Your Project, Our Protection appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Fenwick Elliott - Adjudication Update No. 5, 14102021

Fenwick Elliott’s James Mullen and Dan Churcher of 4 Pump Court consider a number of recent developments in adjudication practice

Building Magazine - Let's legislate on home warranties, 12022021

Better Building Regulations won’t help without systems to ensure adherence – that means legal minimum warranty standards

Building Magazine - What does ‘design life’ mean in construction contracts? 28072020

Examining the implications of contractual obligations on the ‘design life’ of buildings, and how far they extend Items to check include: - What are the "design life obligations"? Is it the design life of specific components, or the overall building or structure - To what extent does "reasonable care" apply (in the contract & specification) - Has the Contractor 'warranted' the works? - What does "design life" actually mean? Maintenance-free or "ought not to need major repairs over [the] period"?

Court confirms two-tier system for collateral warranties - Published by Lexology and Watson Farley & Williams

A recent Court decision confirms a two-tier system applies for collateral warranties with far-reaching implications for construction projects and real estate transactions.