REX Top-up Warranty
Protect your most valuable investment with Residential Extend’s Top-up Warranty (Rex).
Designed to complement the NHBRC Statutory Warranty, our solution provides extended coverage for your home, ensuring peace of mind against construction defects, workmanship issues, and structural concerns beyond standard terms. Trust REX to secure your home and future with tailored protection that goes the extra mile. REX Warranty is fully transferable, adding long-term value and confidence whether you stay or decide to sell.
What is the
REX Warranty?
The REX Top-up Warranty is an extended cover solution for residential dwellings enrolled under the NHBRC Warranty Fund. It bridges the gap by offering additional protection for construction-related defects and structural issues beyond the statutory NHBRC warranty (date of occupation).
Top-Up Cover Underwritten by:
The NHBRC Warranty offers limited-term coverage.
REX extends your peace of mind by covering:
​Latent defects beyond statutory timelines
Legal and accommodation costs
Structural issues that arise after the NHBRC cover expires
Side-by-Side Coverage Comparison
Coverage Element
NHBRC Warranty
REX Top-up Cover
Additional 5 year extension (within first 3 years from date of occupation) – up to R5 Million
Up to R50,000
​Up to R22,500/month for 6 months
Major Structural Defects
​Legal Costs
Alternative Accommodation
Up to five years from date of occupation – up to R500 000
Included in Warranty
Not covered
To qualify for the REX Top-up Warranty, the following conditions must be met:
Do You Meet the REX Warranty Requirements?
Property Age Limitation
The property must be no older than 3 years from NHBRC Warranty (date of occupation) issue date.​
NHBRC Enrolment Certificate
​The home must have a valid NHBRC Enrolment Certificate (date of occupation) in place.
Registered Builder Compliance
The builder must have been NHBRC-registered at the time of warranty issuance.
Important Information before You Apply
What's not Covered
REX Top-up Warranty does not apply to:
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Defects resulting from homeowner alterations or negligence
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Commercial or non-residential buildings
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Damage from natural disasters (unless otherwise extended)
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Electrical or mechanical failures
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Pre-existing or previously settled claims under NHBRC or other warranties
Warranty Duration
Coverage available for up to 8 years from the date of occupation.
