Independent EQC Repair Specialists in Christchurch

No, you can assign your repairs to an approved independent builder.

This varies from home to home depending on the extent of the works. We will however provide you with a project schedule which shows all the key dates and the most importantly the date you get your keys to move back in to your newly repaired home.

Yes, this does vary on a case-by-case basis and will need to be discussed with your claims handler.

The implied warranties are:

• All building work will be done properly, competently and according to the plans and specifications in your approved consent.
• All the materials used will be suitable and, unless otherwise stated in the contract, new.
• The building work will be consistent with the Building Act and the Building Code.
• The building work will be carried out with reasonable care and skill, and completed within the time specified or a reasonable time if no time is stated.
  
• The home will be suitable for occupation at the end of the work.
  
• If the contract states any particular outcome and the homeowner relies on the skill and judgement of the contractor to achieve it, the building work and the materials will be fit for purpose and be of a nature and quality suitable to achieve that result.
• As well as the implied warranties, there is a 12-month defect repair period. If any defects in the building work emerge within 12 months of the completed build date, your builder has an obligation to fix them.