When you buy a home in California, your home may be under a home warranty but also a builder warranty. What’s a builder warranty? A builder warranty is different from a home warranty. A builder warranty covers the workmanship and materials of the home. The warranty will vary from builder to builder.
Overall, a builder warranty usually covers:
- Foundation, floors, siding and roofing
- HVAC, plumbing, electrical and septic systems
- Insulation
- Windows, doors and glass
- Landscaping
- Carpentry
Builder warranties do not cover everything. Before signing a builder warranty, it’s in your best interest to read the warranty with an attorney. You can possibly negotiate better terms if needed. Also, builder warranties do not last forever, and you need to know how long it will cover defects for after the construction is completed.
You need to make a warrant claim as soon as possible since there are time limitations. Reputable companies will honor the warrant, but you want to document all communications and complaints if any disputes occur. You want to read the warranty to make sure your defect is covered. Then, file your claim according to the instructions in your warranty and put your request for repair in writing. Then, request a return receipt and keep records of all correspondence.
Most builder warranties are for newly built homes. Builder warranties do not cover moving expenses, small cracks in brick, tile, cement, or drywall, or components covered under a manufacturer’s warranty.
If your builder isn’t honoring the warranty or major disputes are happening due to a construction defect, we can help.
Looking for a Construction Defect Attorney in California?
If you are a homeowner or homeowner association seeking representation in construction defect litigation, our law firm based in San Diego can help represent you. Along with San Diego, we work with clients in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino.
We have more than 35 years of experience handling and winning all types, including difficult, construction defect cases. To contact us, call 844-492-7474 or visit our San Diego construction defect contact page.
To learn more about California construction defects and the construction defect litigation process, click our San Diego construction defect litigation page
