Nationwide Professional Snagging Inspections | Getting the Quality You Deserve Martyn Maxwell Managing Director of snagging inspection company, New Build Inspections advises that the NHBC, once seen by new home buyers as “the arbiter of quality” in the new build sector is no longer the organisation that it used to be. Evidence from New build inspections own client base suggests […]
Laying new turf at your new build home requires careful timing and preparation to ensure a lush, healthy lawn. While the allure of instant green space is tempting, there are key considerations to bear in mind, particularly regarding the weather and soil conditions. Laying new turf during a heatwave is […]
Deposit Unlock explained Deposit Unlock is a new scheme to help first time buyers and home movers buy a new build home with a 5% deposit. But is it your best option? We look at how it works, who is eligible, how to buy under the scheme, mortgage options and […]
The new grants from the Government’s Office for Zero-Emission Vehicles (OZEV) replace the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS), which was available for owners of detached, semi-detached and terraced houses, as well as bungalows. The EVHS’s eligibility rules changed at the end of March 2022 to exclude most dwellings. The new payments are aimed at […]
I’ve been made aware that 60 days after the enactment of the Building Safety Act 2022, 26th April 2022 – the enforcement by the local authority of the Building Regulations will become possible for illegal works carried out within the last ten years. So that means wherever unauthorised or non-compliant […]
You can access the standards from the NHBC we site , or download everything The key document for understanding snagging issues is “A Consistant Approach to Finishes” This outlined the key tolerances the nhbc use in assessing materials and workmanship www.newbuildinspections.com
Guarding and steps Retaining structures and steps shall be adequately guarded and allow safe use. Guarding should be provided where: The guarding should: www.newbuildinspections.com
When inspecting brickwork for new builds, it’s essential to know what good brickwork should look like and understand the causes of poor brickwork. This guide aims to help snaggers recognise quality brickwork and avoid common issues. For a comprehensive resource, refer to the NHBC Good Craftsmanship Guide to Brickwork and […]
Homeowners reveal what they wish they’d known before buying Over 7000 buyers who bought a new build in the last 3 years recently revealed their regrets. Property management, parking and gardens top the list of things they wish they had thought about before buying their home. Those surveyed also voted […]
Rooms should be provided with the minimum number of 13A outlets listed in Table 6 (dual outlets count as two). Table 6: Minimum number of outletsRoom Outlets NotesKitchen/utility 8 Where homes have separate areas, the kitchen should have a minimum of four outlets and the utility room four. Where appliances […]