In Florida, custom home builders often offer different types of home warranties to protect homeowners from defects and ensure the quality of their new homes. These warranties typically vary depending on the builder, but most custom builders offer standard coverage and optional extended protection. At Bruce Williams Homes, we are committed to excellence, providing a 10-year structural and foundation warranty program – but our dedication doesn’t end there.
This article will explain the most common types of home warranties that Florida custom home builders should provide.
What is a Structural Warranty?
A structural warranty protects homeowners against defects in the major structural components of the home. This warranty typically covers the foundation, framing, load-bearing walls, roof systems, and sometimes the floors. The purpose of a structural warranty is to ensure that the core structure of the home is free from defects that could compromise its safety, stability, and longevity.
Because of Florida’s high water table and soil conditions, basements are rare. Homes in the state generally have either slab-on-grade foundations (a concrete slab poured directly on the ground) or raised foundations with crawl spaces. A foundation warranty will cover issues related to the integrity and stability of the foundation, such as cracks, settling, or shifting that could affect the structural safety of the home.
Coverage under these programs includes:
- Cracks or settlement issues in the concrete slab or foundation walls that compromise the home’s structural integrity.
- Waterproofing failures or leaks that cause water damage due to foundation movement or defects.
- Structural failure due to inadequate or improper foundation construction.
Bruce Williams’s structural and foundation warranty program protects our customers for 10 years from the date of construction. The warranty provides peace of mind, assuring new homeowners that if any major structural issues arise during the coverage period, we will repair or replace the damaged components at no cost.
Structural warranties do not cover cosmetic issues like paint, finishes, or minor wear and tear. They are specifically designed to protect against serious structural failures that could endanger the home’s safety. Before purchasing a home or signing a custom home construction agreement, it’s crucial to review the builder’s warranty terms. Be sure that you fully understand coverage details and exclusions.
Understand the Limitations: Although builders vary on their warranty terms, foundation warranties often do not cover minor cosmetic issues like small cracks that don’t impact the structural safety of the home. They typically won’t cover damage caused by external factors, like poor drainage, flooding, or natural disasters, unless these are specifically addressed in the warranty.
It’s important for homeowners to fully understand the terms of the warranty, including any exclusions or specific conditions that could void the warranty, such as improper maintenance or modifications to the foundation.
Workmanship, Materials, and Systems Warranties
Workmanship and materials warranties cover any defects in the craftsmanship and materials used in the home’s construction. Bruce Williams Homes offers coverage for a period of one year, during which we are responsible for repairs to issues caused by poor workmanship or faulty materials. This includes things like drywall cracks, painting issues, or problems with plumbing and electrical installations.
A systems warranty typically covers the core systems of the home, such as plumbing, electrical, heating, and air conditioning (HVAC). Bruce Williams custom home builders provide a 2-year warranty on these systems. This warranty covers defects or failures caused by faulty installation or system materials that may arise during normal use.
55 Years of Quality: We Stand Behind Our Work
At Bruce Williams Homes, we offer unparalleled integrity and service to our customers, delivering peace of mind and every new custom home. Our dedication to lasting value extends well beyond your closing day. Our experienced, local team is always here to provide the assistance you need – even after the boxes are unpacked and you’ve settled in.
Click here to view our latest projects, review our warranty programs or speak to a consultant.
In Florida, custom home builders often offer different types of home warranties to protect homeowners from defects and ensure the quality of their new homes. These warranties typically vary depending on the builder, but most custom builders offer standard coverage and optional extended protection. At Bruce Williams Homes, we are committed to excellence, providing a 10-year structural and foundation warranty program – but our dedication doesn’t end there.
This article will explain the most common types of home warranties that Florida custom home builders should provide.
What is a Structural Warranty?
A structural warranty protects homeowners against defects in the major structural components of the home. This warranty typically covers the foundation, framing, load-bearing walls, roof systems, and sometimes the floors. The purpose of a structural warranty is to ensure that the core structure of the home is free from defects that could compromise its safety, stability, and longevity.
Because of Florida’s high water table and soil conditions, basements are rare. Homes in the state generally have either slab-on-grade foundations (a concrete slab poured directly on the ground) or raised foundations with crawl spaces. A foundation warranty will cover issues related to the integrity and stability of the foundation, such as cracks, settling, or shifting that could affect the structural safety of the home.
Coverage under these programs includes:
- Cracks or settlement issues in the concrete slab or foundation walls that compromise the home’s structural integrity.
- Waterproofing failures or leaks that cause water damage due to foundation movement or defects.
- Structural failure due to inadequate or improper foundation construction.
Bruce Williams’s structural and foundation warranty program protects our customers for 10 years from the date of construction. The warranty provides peace of mind, assuring new homeowners that if any major structural issues arise during the coverage period, we will repair or replace the damaged components at no cost.
Structural warranties do not cover cosmetic issues like paint, finishes, or minor wear and tear. They are specifically designed to protect against serious structural failures that could endanger the home’s safety. Before purchasing a home or signing a custom home construction agreement, it’s crucial to review the builder’s warranty terms. Be sure that you fully understand coverage details and exclusions.
Understand the Limitations: Although builders vary on their warranty terms, foundation warranties often do not cover minor cosmetic issues like small cracks that don’t impact the structural safety of the home. They typically won’t cover damage caused by external factors, like poor drainage, flooding, or natural disasters, unless these are specifically addressed in the warranty.
It’s important for homeowners to fully understand the terms of the warranty, including any exclusions or specific conditions that could void the warranty, such as improper maintenance or modifications to the foundation.
Workmanship, Materials, and Systems Warranties
Workmanship and materials warranties cover any defects in the craftsmanship and materials used in the home’s construction. Bruce Williams Homes offers coverage for a period of one year, during which we are responsible for repairs to issues caused by poor workmanship or faulty materials. This includes things like drywall cracks, painting issues, or problems with plumbing and electrical installations.
A systems warranty typically covers the core systems of the home, such as plumbing, electrical, heating, and air conditioning (HVAC). Bruce Williams custom home builders provide a 2-year warranty on these systems. This warranty covers defects or failures caused by faulty installation or system materials that may arise during normal use.
55 Years of Quality: We Stand Behind Our Work
At Bruce Williams Homes, we offer unparalleled integrity and service to our customers, delivering peace of mind and every new custom home. Our dedication to lasting value extends well beyond your closing day. Our experienced, local team is always here to provide the assistance you need – even after the boxes are unpacked and you’ve settled in.
Click here to view our latest projects, review our warranty programs or speak to a consultant.
