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CHARTERED BUILDING ENGINEERS · BASED IN SCOTLAND · COVERING THE UK
Structural warranty support for developers and self-builders
We carry out site inspections on behalf of structural warranty providers, and help developers and self-builders obtain the right warranty policy. Chartered Building Engineers based in Scotland, working across the UK.
When to bring us in
✓ When you need a warranty policy in place
✓ Before work starts on site
✓ When you are choosing a warranty provider
Chartered Building Engineers
C Build E MCABE
30+ years’ experience
Residential & mixed-use
Professional indemnity insured
Full PI cover
Independent advice
Scotland & UK-wide
HOW WE HELP
Inspections and warranty support
We work with structural warranty providers as their site inspector, and help clients find and obtain the right warranty policy for their project.
Warranty site inspections
Stage inspections on behalf of structural warranty providers, checking work against their technical standards.
Help obtaining a warranty
Guidance on choosing a provider and support with your application, so cover is in place before work starts.
Risk management
A clear process for identifying and closing out risks throughout the build.
Advice on the right cover
Independent guidance on whether a structural warranty or a PCC best suits your project.
HOW IT WORKS
From first call to completion
A clear, staged process, from arranging your warranty to final sign-off.
01 Initial discussion
We learn about your scheme, your programme and whether a warranty is already in place.
02 Arranging cover
If you need a policy, we help you choose a provider and get your application in place.
03 Staged inspections
Site visits at key stages on behalf of your warranty provider, with clear reports on anything that needs attention.
04 Ready for completion
Issues closed out in good time, so the warranty can be issued without delay.
Structural warranty or PCC?
Mortgage lenders generally require a new, converted or renovated home to have either a structural warranty or a Professional Consultant’s Certificate (PCC). A structural warranty is an insurance-backed policy from a warranty provider, usually lasting 10 years, and often suits developers and larger schemes. A PCC is a certificate issued by a qualified professional consultant, who remains liable for 6 years, and often suits self-builds, conversions and smaller projects. We carry out site inspections on behalf of structural warranty providers and can help you obtain a policy, or we can inspect and issue a PCC ourselves.
Structural warranty questions
What is a structural warranty?
A structural warranty is an insurance policy that protects a new or converted home against certain structural defects for a set period, usually 10 years. Most mortgage lenders need a warranty or a PCC before they’ll lend.
Are you a warranty provider?
No. We’re independent consultants. We work with structural warranty providers, carrying out site inspections on their behalf, and can help you obtain a policy from a suitable provider.
When should I arrange warranty cover?
Before work starts on site. Warranty providers usually need to be involved from the beginning so they can inspect the work as it progresses. We can help you choose a provider and get your policy in place.
How much does your service cost?
Every project is different, so we provide a bespoke quote based on the size and type of your scheme. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation discussion.
Where do you work?
We’re based in Linlithgow, West Lothian, cover the whole of Scotland and take on projects across England and Wales.
Planning a development? Talk to us before you start on site. Call 07342 553863 or send an enquiry and we aim to reply within 24 hours.
GET IN TOUCH
Tell us about your project
Send us a brief description of your project and we’ll come back with expert advice and a bespoke quote for your PCC, risk management or warranty support. We aim to reply within 24 hours.
Contact details
info@accordbuildingcompliance.co.uk
20 Mill Road, Linlithgow, West Lothian, EH49 7RD