INTRODUCTION
The standards required of a builder constructing a new home are set-out by the warranty provider. If you experience a problem with a new-build a good start point is to check your 10 year policy. Explain the nature of your problem to your developer and, if it is a genuine build defect, they will be obligated to put this right (as long as this was reported within the 2 years from legal completion date).
HOW WE CAN HELP …
BUYING A NEW HOME SHOULD BE ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING EVENTS IN YOUR LIFE!
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HELP AND ADVICE
Got problems with your Heating and Hot Water? See our help page on BOILERS.
Thinking of tackling the decorating? See our help page on DIY.
Bought a brand new house and not clear what cover you have? See our help page on WARRANTY.
Things getting on top of you and need a spot of guidance? See our help page on HELP AND ADVICE.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN SOMETHING GOES WRONG?
Even the very best of new homes can suffer minor ‘defects’ during the early stages following occupation. Most developers have their own procedure and will explain this to you. Many developers use a specialist company called After Build who manage the process on their behalf. Most problems are small, often decorative and minor plumbing.
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PREPARE FOR WINTER
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SERVICE YOUR BOILER
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HOUSEHOLD APPS
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CONDENSATION
How to avoid it...
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REDECORATION
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MANUALS
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OMBUDSMAN
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COMMON AREAS
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BUILDER'S LIABILITY PERIOD
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GUTTERS
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INSULATION
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MAINTENANCE
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NEW HOMES IN THE UK
Last year over 180,000 new homes were constructed and sold in the United Kingdom. That may sound like a lot, yet it is considerably short of where we need to be.
In order to meet the nation’s growing needs we should build a further million by 2020 – and that’s the government’s latest objective.
I’ve just moved.com has spotted an opportunity – a gap in the market, to provide the ever expanding base of new home owners with a FREE yet valuable resource to help get the very best from their experience.
