Construction Warranty Insurance
Credeq provides builders in South Australia with Construction Warranty Insurance (locally known as Builders Indemnity Insurance) – delivering the speed, certainty, and transparency to keep projects building.
- Approvals in weeks, not months
- Direct access to experienced underwriters
- Scalable limits for business growth
More Than an Alternative. An Advantage.
From higher limits to faster approvals, we give builders the certainty to keep moving.
Confidence across the board
For builders
Whether you’re an established builder or newly certified, Credeq Construction Warranty Insurance moves quickly to get you approved and on site.
For brokers
We work alongside our broker partners to deliver faster, consistent outcomes that help clients move forward with confidence. Commissions are fair and consistent.
The builder’s first call
From newly certified to long-established, builders turn to us when they need:
Plus, your own secure Construction Warranty Insurance online portal
Builders just want to get on with the job
But too often you face enough complexity without unnecessary delays.
At Credeq, you deal directly with specialist Construction Warranty Insurance underwriters. People who understand the industry, speak your language, and know what’s at stake.
We focus on clear communication, timely reviews, and practical solutions so you can keep projects moving with confidence.
Let’s build progress together.
Straight from our clients
Making a claim
If you need to make a claim under your Construction Warranty Insurance, the process is simple:
- Download the claim form
- Complete, print, and sign the form
- Return it with all supporting documents to: [email protected]
FAQs
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What does Construction Warranty Insurance cover?
+It protects homeowners if a builder cannot complete work or fix defects due to death, disappearance, or insolvency — as required by state law.
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Is it the same as Building Indemnity Insurance?
+Yes — the name changes by state (e.g., Home Owners Warranty, Builders Warranty, DBI), but the purpose is the same.
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How is Construction Warranty Insurance different from competitors?
+By being private, smaller and nimbler organisation, we can provide quicker and more efficient service, putting the best commercial outcomes for our builders first.
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How long will eligibility renewals take?
+A review typically takes a maximum of 2 weeks from when all required information is received (up to $30M cover).
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How long do job approvals take?
+In cases where a job isn’t auto-approved, the review typically takes 3 business days from when all required information is received.
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Can I get an increase to the limits we have been given?
+Limit increases can be considered at any time, subject to your facility conditions and performance.
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How do I obtain my certificates and how long will it take?
+Once we have issued your eligibility, you will receive login details to our online portal, where you will be able to issue the certificates required.
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Who is Credeq?
+We’re a leading global credit insurance provider bringing together over 35 years of industry experience. Headquartered in London, with local teams in South Africa, Australia, and Europe. We wrote over AUD$365M in gross premiums last year (2024). With every policy there’s real strength standing behind you.
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Do I have to use a broker with Construction Warranty Insurance?
+Whilst we have many broker partners, you can also deal directly with us if you choose.
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