Residential building work contracts in Western Australia are governed by the Home Building Contracts Act 1991 (the Act). If residential building work valued over $20,000 is to be undertaken, the Act requires that a builder take out home indemnity insurance in the name of the owner before accepting payment or commencing work.
Home indemnity insurance fact sheet
Fact sheet
This publication provides important information about home indemnity insurance, including what it is, when it is required and what to expect from your builder.
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Published
25 September 2025
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