How long are new construction warranties for townhomes? (stucco, townhome, offer)
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Builder is stating only a 1 year warranty for the new construction townhome (part of a 6 unit complex) I am purchasing. My realtor is stating this is typical and recommending I get a new construction for years 2-5 through a home warranty company. The build is paying $500 towards that.
It seems new SFRs come with 10yr+ warranties on major items like roof, hvac etc. Is it it normal for townhomes to come with such a short warranty?
I think your assumption that single family homes come with a full 10 year warranty is mistaken.
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The duration of coverage varies depending on the component of the house. Coverage is provided for workmanship and materials on most components during the first year. For example, most warranties on new construction cover siding and stucco, doors and trim, and drywall and paint during the first year. Coverage for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems is generally two years. Some builders provide coverage for up to 10 years for “major structural defects,” sometimes defined as problems that make a home unsafe and put the owner in danger. For example, a roof that could collapse is a “major structural defect.”
I think your assumption that single family homes come with a full 10 year warranty is mistaken.
This is correct. Usually Builedrwarranty are 1 year plus 2 years on some other items like electrical and plumbing. The manufacturer may offer longer on the items they supply.
The standard warranty is a year, there may be some structural or additional warranties for some of the items in or on the housecfrom a manufacturer like windows, tiles, appliances, water heater or HVAC
In some states builders are by law responsible for major parts of the structure like the foundation or roof trusses for 10 years, but this is not the same as a warranty.
"How long are new construction warranties for townhomes?"
Not long enough.
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