The Hidden Costs of Non-Compliance in 2025: Why Cutting Corners Isn’t Worth It

1. Higher Fines and Legal Consequences

Non-compliance with fire safety, drainage, and accessibility regulations can lead to:

• Severe fines and legal action
• NHBC warranty refusals, increasing financial risk
• Expensive remedial work to replace non-compliant balcony components

2. Insurance Risks and NHBC Non-Compliance

Many insurers and lenders now require NHBC-approved materials and compliant balcony drainage systems to provide coverage.

If drainage is inadequate or balcony materials fail fire safety checks, insurers may deny claims, leading to:

• Financial losses for property owners
• Delays in project sign-off and occupancy approvals

3. Structural Failures Due to Poor Drainage

Balcony drainage is no longer an afterthought—it’s a compliance requirement. Poor drainage can lead to:

• Water pooling, surface deterioration, and long-term damage
• Non-compliance with NHBC and building control requirements
• Higher maintenance costs for property owners

Using a tested and certified balcony system—including fire-rated decking, drainage, balustrades, cladding, and fencing—ensures:

• Regulatory and NHBC compliance
• Insurance eligibility and reduced liability risks
• Safe, durable, and future-proof balcony installations

Need an NHBC-compliant balcony system? Call us today on 01622 534042 or email info@alideck.co.uk.