HOMEBOND TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED

Homebond Technical Services Limited is the leading online construction resource in the Republic of Ireland, delivering professional training, technical information and specialist insurance solutions to the residential building sector. Since 1978 the company has protected more than 600 000 new homes with its Latent Defects Insurance - "Structural & Equipment Protection for Houses & Apartments" - offering Essential 300 and Essential 500 policies that cover everything from basements and common areas to fire-safety compliance, mechanical and electrical equipment, and the waterproof envelope. Clients can choose cover periods of 5, 10 or 12 years and add options such as loss of deposit or loss of rent.

In addition to insurance, Homebond provides the BuildSmart App, a digital version of its acclaimed House Building Manual (now in its 8th edition). The e-manual, accessible on desktop, tablet or mobile, features over 1 000 drawings, colour photographs, videos, 3D viewing and interactive tools such as FAQs, ProductCheck and Technical Extra. The company also runs a suite of training programmes - including BREGs courses, quizzes and BER services - aimed at builders, developers and home-buyers who need up-to-date guidance on building regulations, standards and best practice.