That's the $64million question!
If I said one particular house builder and you bought a badly-built house from them, where would my reputation be?
Perhaps it would be better to ask who not to buy a new home from?
-I have read some real horror stories about Persimmon, Taylor Wimpey and Bellway Homes!
Each development will have varying quality and after care standards; even if it is the same builder and even from the same builder’s regional office.
The reasons are complex and many, but in the main, what you get depends on the experience and dedication of the site manager and his team that actually build your new house.
Buying a new home - What to look for Why UK new homes have so many defects The site manager building your new homeThere is no doubt in my mind that the overall standard of UK new homes has gone down drastically in terms of design and quality of build over the last 10 years.
Then there is the question of after sales customer service. This forum and
forum.snagging.org are a good place to assess which
builders it may be best to avoidWhen deciding look to see if the site manager is an NHBC Quality Award winner. This is always a good sign.
It would be wise not to buy from any builders that do not offer
NHBC warranty as there may be a good reason why NHBC warranty is not being offered!
Finally avoid any house builder that does not achieve a 5 star rating in the
HBF star rating scheme.
In 2013, those not getting 5 stars are Persimmon, Crest and Linden homes.
Some may disagree, but Miller Homes appear to build a better quality new home than the mainstream in my opinion.
Please take some time to research all the information available on the brand-newhomes website.
I have given a few links above, which I trust will help with your choice.