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NHBC Warranty
Definition
A 10-year structural warranty provided by the National House Building Council, commonly included with new-build homes. Covers major structural defects after the builder's initial 2-year defects period. Most mortgage lenders require an NHBC warranty (or equivalent) for new-build purchases.
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