Your New-Build Home Guide: How a Home Warranty Works

Understanding how a new home warranty works can help buyers feel more confident before and after closing. Many homebuilders provide limited warranty coverage for certain repairs or replacements in a newly built home, including workmanship, materials or major structural components, depending on the builder’s warranty terms.

For homebuyers, warranty coverage can be an important part of evaluating a newly built home. Knowing what may be covered, what may fall outside the warranty and how to submit a request can make the early years of homeownership feel more manageable.

Key Takeaways

• A new home warranty helps protect covered repairs after closing.
• Workmanship and structural coverage usually have separate timelines.
• Perry Homes offers two-year workmanship and 10-year structural coverage.
• Reviewing warranty terms early helps homeowners file claims confidently.

What Does a New Home Warranty Usually Cover?

Most warranties for new-construction homes cover workmanship and materials as they relate to certain components of the house. These typically include windows, roofs, plumbing and HVAC systems.

A new home warranty may include coverage for:

• Workmanship and materials tied to certain components of the home
• Major systems such as HVAC, plumbing or electrical components
• Structural elements, depending on the builder’s warranty terms
• Specific repairs submitted within the active warranty period

A new construction home warranty is different from a general home maintenance plan because it is tied to the builder’s specific coverage terms. Buyers should review what is included, what is excluded and how long each type of protection lasts so they understand how their builder warranty supports them after move-in.

What a Builder Warranty May Not Cover

Warranties do not usually cover every expense an owner may incur if an issue arises. For example, a warranty may not cover the cost of temporarily moving out of the home while repairs are being made.

A builder warranty may not cover every homeowner expense, including:

• Temporary housing or moving costs during covered repairs
• Normal wear and tear from everyday use
• Damage caused by lack of maintenance or misuse
• Product issues covered by a manufacturer’s warranty instead

To understand what happens before move-in, explore the full new home building process, from early planning through post-close support.

What Perry Homes’ Express Limited Warranty Includes

While home warranty coverage applies for a specified period after purchase, the builder typically determines the exact terms. Perry Homes offers an Express Limited Warranty that includes a two-year workmanship warranty and a 10-year structural warranty on newly built properties.

The workmanship warranty begins at closing and covers items such as HVAC, plumbing, countertops, flooring and hardware, while the structural warranty covers items such as the foundation and limited structural components.

Homebuyers can review the full details of Perry Homes Warranty to better understand workmanship coverage, structural coverage and how warranty requests are handled.

A dependable warranty is one part of long-term home value, and Perry Homes’ guide to quality home construction built to last explains how materials, craftsmanship and support work together.

How to Prepare Before Filing a Warranty Claim

Familiarizing yourself with what your new home’s warranty covers can help alleviate stress in the event you have to file a claim. Understanding the coverage, the request process and any homeowner responsibilities can help you prepare for homeownership with more confidence.

Before submitting a warranty request, homeowners should:

• Review the warranty terms to confirm the concern may be covered
• Take clear photos or notes that document the issue
• Check whether the item has a separate manufacturer warranty
• Submit the appropriate form through the builder’s warranty process

Staying familiar with covered systems, regular maintenance needs and manufacturer warranties can make the process easier if a repair question comes up after closing.

Before closing, buyers can also use Perry Homes’ new home final walk-through checklist to review important items before receiving the keys. For additional peace of mind, the home inspection process guide explains what buyers should understand before and during an inspection.

Helpful Perry Homes Resources for Homeowners

The Perry Homes homeowner resources page also gives residents access to maintenance tips, warranty information and helpful guidance for caring for their home over time. These resources can help homeowners stay organized as they settle into their new home and plan for routine upkeep.

Find a New Home Backed by Perry Homes Support

A strong builder warranty can give buyers more confidence when choosing a newly built home. Browse new homes from Perry Homes, explore available move-in ready homes or contact Perry Homes to connect with a team member.