The prospect of fixing up an older property might be appealing on the surface, but leading homebuilder Barratt Homes is highlighting why a new build home might be the right answer for many people.
There are lots of benefits that new homes offer over second hand properties including being more energy efficient, having the security of a warranty, and being ready to move into without needing to open the tool box.
Property seekers should consider if they have the time, budget and desire to be fixing up their home during the busy period that comes with moving house. Alongside building furniture and emptying boxes, DIY can be a tiring and time-consuming commitment.
According to True Solicitors, DIY can also end up costing the homeowner more than if they allow an expert to do the job. For example, 25% of people who attempt their own kitchen tiling have had to call in a professional tiler to repair their initial job, costing them around £600.
If homeowners want to put a stamp on their new home, they can make the most of Barratt Homes’ Choices range. This includes personalisation options from fittings and flooring to appliances and storage solutions, allowing a buyer to truly make their new house a home. All options are installed by professionals and ready for the day of the move.
There’s also the added assurance of a 2 year fixtures and fittings warranty and a 10-year structural warranty provided by the National House Building Council (NHBC), which covers the cost of sorting structural damage in the unlikely event that something does go wrong.
Instead of facing potential DIY disasters, homeowners and first-time buyers alike are encouraged to visit any of Barratt Homes’ developments and discover a new DIY-free home.
For more information about Barratt Homes, visit www.barratthomes.co.uk.