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Across towns and cities in the UK, thousands of people are struggling to find a safe, secure place to live....

As of January 2025, the average UK house price was £267,200 – an enormous increase from £80,365 in 2000. That's...

It’s hard to believe that nearly a year has passed since the incredible atmosphere of The Brit Fest 2024! But...

The average UK house price has increased by 37% since 2015 – a climb of £73,300 to £267,200. This is...

UK housebuilding firms are optimistic about the future of the industry following Labour planning reforms. After winning the general election...

Property insurance payouts from 2024 are expected to be the highest the industry has faced since 2007, according to Deloitte. Data...

About us: Due to an exciting expansion, a leading Structural Warranty Company is now looking to recruit a new member...

About Us: Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a talented Junior Underwriter to join our dynamic underwriting team....

About Us: Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a dynamic and motivated Field Sales Executive to join our...

About Us: Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a talented Compliance Assistant to support our Senior Compliance Manager...

About Us: Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a dynamic and motivated Office-Based Salesperson to join our team....

The Bank of England has estimated that homeowners will be paying around £146 more on their monthly mortgage payments by...

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) rates are changing from April 1st 2025, potentially adding thousands of pounds to a property...

Condensation in your roof space can be a frustrating situation for a homeowner but there are ways to combat it...

On Tuesday 10th December, Adele Reid, our managing director at ABC+ Warranty received the Business Award at the annual Chartered...

AM Best has assigned our insurer, Casualty & General Insurance Company (Europe) Limited (CGICE) a B+ Rating. The stable outlook...

There is a ‘cautious optimism’ amongst house builders in the UK after the number of new home registrations increased –...

We have recently been featured in a number of industry magazines. Grand Designs - We're featured in most of the...

ABC+ Warranty is honoured to be sponsoring “Stamford House” at Altrincham Grammar School for Boys, for the sixth consecutive year!...

Long gone are the days when damp problems would only arise in older homes and buildings. Unfortunately, a newly built...

Most homes will experience minor cracks at some point, no matter how well-built they are. The majority of cracks appearing...

September 2024 saw the highest rise in house sales in three years due to lower interest rates igniting buyer demand....

The UK government has been urged to ‘wake the sleeping giant of house building’ – but it will cost £644...

Labour has been in parliament since July and has already set their stall out in terms of housing. According to...

At ABC+ Warranty, we understand that people are at the heart of any business. That is why we are so...

As Labour plans to build 370,000 new homes per year, one of their main goals to achieve this is by...

Following their election victory in July 2024, the new Labour government is sticking to its plans to radically increase the...

On July 5th 2024, the United Kingdom voted in a new Labour government, ending the Conservatives’ tenure after 14 years...

In the UK, there is an immediate need for affordable housing. The previous government, run by the Conservative Party, stated...

Wow, that was a fantastic weekend! We couldn't have done it without you. The Brit Fest 2024 was an absolute...

On the night of July 4th 2024, the United Kingdom may well have a much different future ahead than it’s...

With the General Election coming up in July 2024, all of the main Parliamentary parties have now released their manifestos....

ABC+ Warranty is proud to announce our sponsorship of The Brit Fest, a celebration of all things British, including music,...

In April 2024, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities released an updated set of guidelines regarding the building of new...

The construction industry saw a slight increase at the beginning of 2024, seeing growth in both construction and total value...

After the secondary legislation of the Building Safety Act came into practice in 2023, the golden thread has been on...

ABC+ Warranty is proud to announce our participation and sponsorship at the highly attended UK Construction Week 2024, set to...

In February 2024, Michael Gove, the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, issued a statement regarding the...

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released changes to the conduct rules regarding inspections for Registered Building Control Approvers...

In August 2023, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities (DLUHC) published secondary legislation relating to a more stringent...

When building social housing properties, builders, developers, and housing associations should always ensure they have the correct insurance or warranty...

A lot of successful development projects are funded by a bespoke financial solution called property development finance. For developers seeking...

Housing associations and property developers interested in building dedicated social housing units have benefitted from purchasing a social housing warranty....

When looking for property-related loans, you may have heard about specialist mortgage lenders. Most buyers looking for a mortgage would...

Development finance, also known as developer financing, is a type of property finance that provides funding for property developers through...

Though most architects, construction workers, and professionals involved in a building project will take pride in giving their best, there...

Embarking on a development or self-build project can involve plenty of challenges, with various trades combining their efforts to responsibly...

If you are building or converting a residential property in the UK, you will need some kind of official assurance...

We have recently been featured in the following industry magazines: https://labmonline.co.uk/news/altrincham-insurance-firm-launches-specialist-warranty-policies-to-better-support-social-housing-sector/ https://propertynewsdesk.co.uk/2023/09/18/altrincham-insurance-firm-launches-specialist-warranty-policies-to-better-support-social-housing-sector/

The majority of developers, who may be taking their first steps into the property market or looking to expand their...

Selling a property is often a complicated and difficult task, especially when navigating the various insurance requirements associated with newly...

When you purchase a newly built or converted property, any lenders you apply for a mortgage with will expect you...

The acronym ‘CML’ tends to pop up throughout various processes in building, buying, and selling properties – but what does...

As of 3rd July 2023, the Responsible Actors Scheme (RAS) has officially passed into law in England, specifying which companies...

Building Regulations Part L, or Approved Document L, is the section of the UK’s minimum building safety standards that addresses...

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Many people dream of building their own custom house that meets their every need and personal taste perfectly, but believe...

Below is Adele Reid, our Managing Director, being interviewed at UKCW London 2023. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH1_6mKEkO8

Collateral warranties are used to extend the provisions of a contract to other parties who have an interest in the...

Any homebuyer will want to know that their house has been built to the best possible standards, and any developer...

When you’re buying a newly constructed building or making alterations to an existing one, you should never compromise on the...

Tired of viewing fixer-uppers? Feeling pressured to make an offer in case another buyer swoops in? There’s no doubt that...

Extending a residential building underground by adding a basement has many benefits, including increased living and storage space, privacy, and...

Whether you’re making internal alterations to your home or renovating an older property, you must make sure that all building...

Moisture is almost aways present in the air around us, but there are times when too much of it can...

When a building is newly constructed, or an existing structure is renovated or converted for residential purposes, it should come...

We all live, work, and relax in a variety of buildings – from houses and hotels to schools and offices....

Whether it’s your first ever home or you want to move up on the property ladder to something bigger and...

  Buying a new build home can be an exciting experience, but it's not something you should rush into. There...

Subsidence – a word that strikes fear into the hearts of homeowners and buyers alike. This problem can have a...

As the UK’s national standards body, the British Standards Institution (BSI) has shared new documents setting out updated requirements for...

  While a building warranty gives you some peace of mind in the event of latent structural damage, helping to...

  Whether you’re renovating an older building to create your dream home or adding an extension to your current house,...

    Most new-build homes come with a range of perks, from brand new fittings and a new home warranty to better energy efficiency...

  Millennials, also known as Generation Y, currently make up the largest age-range population in the UK – surpassing Generation...

  With an ever-growing demand for new build homes, developers and builders are often under pressure to complete projects quickly....

Since the Building Safety Bill was introduced in July last year, there has been plenty of debate over the impact...

While it isn’t required by law to have a building warranty, it’s often a requirement for financial lenders. So, if...

If you’re planning to buy, or have just bought, a new build home – congratulations! The first thing you should...

Whether you’ve just purchased a new plot of land ready to build a new home, or you’ve already begun to...

Buying a new build home is exciting, but it’s important to be sure of what you’re getting before you commit...

Whether your home is a new build or pre-owned, there’s the possibility of latent structural defects in every building. A structural defect is a fault that...

When purchasing a new house, it’s usually the responsibility of the buyer or their representative to make sure it’s structurally...

Both building warranties and home insurance protect the owner’s bank account against costly repairs, but what’s the difference in their...

Many people prefer to buy a newly built home rather than an older pre-used building for lots of reasons. These...

It may be easier to simply buy a new-build property, but many people dream of designing their own home. Self-build...

Buying a property is an exciting process, especially if it’s going to be your family’s ‘forever’ home. However, to prevent...

A builder’s warranty should offer homeowners and buyers peace of mind for ten years. Otherwise known as a structural warranty,...

  Searching for the right property can be a long and stressful process. Even when a particular home seems promising,...

An architect’s certificate is issued by a chartered architect or surveyor on a newly built or converted property and is...

Commercial properties are everywhere these days. Our societies are now more built-up than ever before, you’re likely to come across...

When any building is in the works, having it meet relevant building regulations is crucial. Even if you’re looking to...

Securing a mortgage to build a new house can sometimes be difficult. If you’re only a buyer and not a...