What is a 10-year building guarantee?

- March 19, 2025

If you’re looking to build your next home, or are undertaking a large-scale renovation, it’s important to ensure you have adequate cover if things go awry. We all know about home and contents insurance, but what about a building guarantee? All our NZCB builders can arrange a Halo 10-year Residential Guarantee Cover for you. Read on to learn what the Halo 10-year Residential Guarantee is, what it covers, how much it costs and how you can apply for the guarantee for your new home build or renovation project.

What is the Halo Guarantee?

The Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee is an exclusive protection scheme available only through members of the New Zealand Certified Builders Association (NZCB). It’s tailor-made to provide security for homeowners and offers greater protection than the Building Act and Consumer Guarantees Act, ensuring you’re covered well beyond the construction phase.

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