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The Pros and Cons of buying a Show Home

Buying a new build show home has its pros and cons compared to waiting for a later phase or a completed home. Here are some considerations: Pros of buying a new build show home: 1. Immediate occupancy: You can move in right away, as the show home is usually fully […]

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Can I add extra parking at my new home ?

Investing in a new build house offers a blank canvas for creating your dream living space. Beyond interior design, you might also consider making changes to the exterior, such as modifying the street scene and adding extra parking. While these ideas can greatly improve functionality and aesthetics, it’s important to […]

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Consumer Code for Home Builders – What can you expect from your new home?

The Consumer Code for Home Builders have put together a web page about what a home buyer can expect when purchasing a new home. Here’s a summary… Moving In The home builder should hand over the home, demonstrate how its facilities work, and provide keys. Any observed defects should be […]

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New Homes Ombudsman Service (NHOS)

The New Homes Ombudsman Service (NHOS) is an independent body that assists customers in resolving issues with their newly purchased homes, particularly when the registered developer fails to address these issues. It covers the period from the reservation and legal completion of a property through to after-sales and complaints management […]

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NHQB Consumer Code Book

The New Homes Quality Board Code of Practice is a comprehensive guide that establishes standards for selling new homes, handling legal documents and completion processes, managing after-sales services and complaints, and adhering to solvency and legal requirements within the appropriate jurisdiction. NHQB Consume r Code Book

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NHBC Guide to Your New Home

A practical guide to looking after your new home… NHBC Guide to Your New Home

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NHBC Guide to Cracking in Homes

NHQB’s guide provides an understanding of the common causes of cracks in homes and offers advice on actions to take upon discovering a crack. NHBC Cracking in Homes

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NHBC Complaints Procedure

Experiencing issues with NHBC’s Claims service? Lodge your complaint via phone on 01908 746121, email nhbc.consumeraffairs@ukemail.icasework.com, online form www.nhbc.co.uk/AboutNHBC/Contactus/, or by post. NHBC’s Consumer Affairs Team promises a fair, consistent, and prompt investigation. They aim to acknowledge your complaint within 5 working days and resolve it within 8 weeks. If […]

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How long should a builder take to fix all my snags?

Congratulations on your new home purchase! Owning a brand-new build home is an exciting milestone. However, it’s not uncommon to encounter some minor issues or snags that need to be addressed after moving in. In this blog, we will focus on one important question that new homebuyers often ask: “How […]

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Do New Build Homes have to have insulation between internal walls ?

Do new build homes have to have insulation between internal walls ? There is no universal answer to this question, as building  regulations can vary depending on the location. In some places, it may be required by law to have insulation between internal walls in new build homes, while in […]

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