Build-Zone Warranty Alternative – ABC+ 10 and 12-Year Structural Warranty Cover
Looking for a cost-effective alternative to a Build-Zone Warranty? ABC+ Warranty provides competitive 10 and 12 Year Structural Warranty solutions for developers, self-builders, contractors, housing associations, build-to-rent providers and property owners across the UK.
Our AXA Insurance-backed policies could help you save thousands of pounds compared with other warranty providers, including Build-Zone. If you have already received a genuine like-for-like quotation, speak to our team before you proceed to learn how we can beat their quote.
We aim to make arranging warranty simple, transparent and cost-effective, with no unnecessary registration fees, renewal fees, holding bonds or broker charges.
Why Choose ABC+ Warranty?
Here at ABC+ Warranty, we offer a simple and cost-effective alternative for clients looking for reliable structural warranty without complex process or hidden charges. With our policies, you’ll benefit from:
- Competitive 10 and 12 year policy options
- No unnecessary registration fees
- No renewal fees
- No holding bonds
- No broker fees
- Fast online quotations
- Quick certificate turnaround where possible
- UK-wide support
- Cover options for new builds, commercial property and completed developments
- Access to inspection reports for surveys carried out on your property
- Support for developers, contractors and housing associations
- All policies backed by AXA Insurance
We’ll make the entire policy arrangement process clear, affordable and fast.
Fast Quotes for 10 & 12-year Policies
Delays with warranty documentation can slow down sales, mortgage approval, solicitor enquiries and legal completion. Our team focuses on providing a fast and efficient quotation process, helping you get the documents you need without unnecessary waiting.
You can request a free, no-obligation quote online. Once the required information has been reviewed and approved, an ABC+ Warranty Certificate can often be issued quickly, helping you move your project forward with confidence.
Warranty Cover for a Wide Range of Projects
ABC+ provides warranty solutions for many different types of property and development projects.
Our 10 and 12-year options may be suitable for:
- New build homes
- Residential developments
- Commercial properties
- Mixed-use developments
- Single dwellings
- Property conversions
- Build-to-rent schemes
- Housing association developments
- Completed or partially completed properties
Whether you are building one home, converting an existing property or managing a larger development, ABC+ can help you arrange suitable cover at a competitive price.
What Does an ABC+ Structural Warranty Cover?
An ABC+ policy may cover the cost of repairing or rebuilding parts of a property where a qualifying structural defect has occurred as a result of issues such as defective design, workmanship or materials.
Depending on the policy and project type, cover may include:
- The cost of full or partial rebuilding following a qualifying structural defect
- Repair costs for damage caused by certain structural issues
- Water damage caused by defective design, workmanship or materials
- Drainage-related structural issues
- Deposit protection in the event of developer insolvency, where applicable
- Contaminated land cover, where applicable
- Alternative accommodation costs, where applicable
- Debris removal costs, where applicable
The exact level of cover will depend on the policy terms, property type and warranty option selected.
What Is Not Usually Covered?
Like all insurance products, structural warranties come with exclusions. These can vary depending on the policy, but they commonly include:
- Unapproved alterations or extensions
- General wear and tear
- Fixtures, fittings and cosmetic defects
- Accidental damage
- Damage caused by severe weather events
- Vandalism, arson or deliberate damage
- Poor maintenance after completion
Before proceeding, you should always review the policy wording carefully so you understand exactly what is and is not covered.
PCC or Structural Warranty?
If you are comparing alternatives to a Build-Zone structural warranty, there are usually two main routes to consider.
A Professional Consultants Certificate, also known as a PCC, CML Certificate or Architects Certificate, provides 6-year certification and is accepted by many banks and building societies.
This can be a cost-effective option for certain projects where a full structural warranty is not required immediately.
A 10 or 12-year structural warranty provides longer-term cover and is often preferred by lenders, buyers, solicitors and developers.
ABC+ offers both 10 and 12-year options, giving you flexibility depending on your project requirements.
Start with a PCC and Upgrade Later
One of the key benefits of ABC+ is flexibility.
If preferred, you may be able to begin with a 6-year PCC and upgrade to a 10-year warranty later if a lender, buyer or solicitor requires it.
This approach can help reduce upfront costs while still giving you a route to longer-term cover when needed.
Appoint ABC+ Before Building Work Starts
Our policies can be arranged at different stages of a building project. However, appointing ABC+ before construction begins is usually the most cost-effective option.
Early appointment allows inspections, technical reviews and reporting to be planned properly from the outset. This can help avoid retrospective issues, reduce additional costs and make the warranty process smoother.
If your building work has already started or your project is close to completion, ABC+ can still review your circumstances and advise on the available options.
Full Access to Survey and Inspection Reports
When you take out your warranty with ABC+, you will receive access to the relevant survey and inspection reports carried out on your property.
This provides transparency throughout the process and can help support conversations with buyers, solicitors, mortgage lenders and other professionals involved in your project.
Request Your Structural Warranty Quote Today
Before proceeding with Build-Zone or another warranty provider, request a quote from ABC+.
You could save thousands of pounds on your warranty while benefiting from transparent pricing, fast turnaround and professional support throughout the process.
To discuss your project, call us on 0161 928 8804, use this contact form or request your free, no-obligation quote online today.
The ABC+ system is a unique, trade-marked system for Architects Certificate & Professional Consultants Certificate Ltd.
