Home Owners Warranty Insurance, now referred to as Home Building Compensation Fund (HBCF) cover in regions like New South Wales, is a critical safeguard for anyone building, renovating, or buying recently completed homes. It offers specific protection against financial losses arising from defective or incomplete building work, ensuring peace of mind for homeowners as well as accountability within the construction industry. What is Home Owners Warranty Insurance? Unlike traditional home insurance, which focuses on risks like fire, theft, or natural disasters, Home Owners Warranty Insurance or HBCF is designed to address issues related to defective building work and materials. This specialised insurance protects homeowners if their builder cannot rectify a problem due to death, insolvency, disappearance, or loss of licence following a tribunal order. Key Coverage and Exclusions Structural Defects: HBCF offers protection for severe issues such as foundation failures, structural move...
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