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[Closed] Alterations done by non-NHBC registered builder: Invalidate NHBC warranty?

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Hi all,

Does anyone know...

If alterations (such as removing an internal wall or converting a garage) are carried out on a 3 years old property by a builder that is not registered with the NHBC - does that invalidate the 10 year NHBC warranty?


 
Posted : 09/04/2021 10:02 am
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Having personally seen how useless the NHBC warranty can be I would expect them to use every possible excuse to wiggle out of paying up.


 
Posted : 09/04/2021 10:05 am
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This may be entirely incorrect, however I would expect that if building control sign off the alterations, then the NHBC guarantee should remain in place. The following document doesnt help


 
Posted : 09/04/2021 11:33 am
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Thanks both!

@Edward2000,

Actually, that doc is useful. Thank you!

I interpret it as “any alterations / additions carried out will not be covered by the NHBC Warranty & the original structure will still be covered so long as said alterations haven’t impacted the original build.” I think 😉


 
Posted : 09/04/2021 5:05 pm
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NHBC warranty is not really worth anything really, they will always have a get out clause. Not sure why people hold this with such great value.


 
Posted : 09/04/2021 6:58 pm

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