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General discussion / Re: Cracked Foundations on new build!
« Last Post by snaggingnagging on January 03, 2026, 07:46:12 am »I had the same when i used https://www.prefabricatedhomesuk.co.uk/ for prefab home, next again!
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General discussion / Re: Sign the petition to make UK new builds follow stricter regulations
« Last Post by snaggingnagging on January 03, 2026, 07:45:28 am »done!
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NHBC Warranty / Re: Chimney DPC - Missing Lead Tray?
« Last Post by New Home Expert on December 27, 2025, 11:39:02 am »The lead tray is required on the chimney to stop water getting in below.
Go into your loft space and check for damp blockwork/brickwork near the chimney.
If all is OK, I suggest that it may be the gutter that is blocked, and is full of water being blown into the fabric of the house at the corner.
Go into your loft space and check for damp blockwork/brickwork near the chimney.
If all is OK, I suggest that it may be the gutter that is blocked, and is full of water being blown into the fabric of the house at the corner.
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Snagging and defects / Re: New build semi detached constant impact noise from next door
« Last Post by New Home Expert on December 27, 2025, 11:34:00 am »It could be anything to be realistic, so you need to get the builder/warranty provider/HA involved and they carry out an investigation and remedy it if required.
The running banging noise, could this be a treadmill next door?
Have a word with them.
The running banging noise, could this be a treadmill next door?
Have a word with them.
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Snagging and defects / Re: Micro cracking floor/creaking
« Last Post by New Home Expert on December 27, 2025, 11:30:21 am »I would suggest the joist centres should be closer even if the design is correct. The larger the flanges the more load bearing (less bouncy) the floor. Herring bone strutting may help and may have been missed.
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General discussion / Re: charred wood deck
« Last Post by New Home Expert on December 27, 2025, 11:25:32 am »Bit of advice, If you don't want to get banned, STOP posting commercial links on this forum!
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Snagging and defects / Re: Terrible noise insulation from walls made from plasterboard
« Last Post by New Home Expert on December 27, 2025, 11:18:41 am »Do you really want the house builder to arrange the test?
Marking his own homework?
As for independent testing companies, Google it!
Marking his own homework?
As for independent testing companies, Google it!
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General discussion / Re: Cracked Foundations on new build!
« Last Post by Godsg1991 on December 24, 2025, 01:09:35 am »What happened in the end.with this.??
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NHBC Warranty / Chimney DPC - Missing Lead Tray?
« Last Post by cmcc147 on November 20, 2025, 12:00:30 pm »I am living in my current property since 2018 and as such I am now in the NHBC phase of the warranty for any new major issues.
In my initial builders warranty period however I reported an issue with water ingress to our master bedroom during periods of heavy wind driven rain. The builder made efforts to sort the issue when it occurred. It would sometimes go long periods without the issue presenting but would always crop up again. I have had other reputable contractors inspect after losing faith in the builder and with the exception of a few suspect tiles being replaced the issue still occurs in adverse weather. Water seems to present on my gable end wall truss and run down in to the corner of the bedroom where it shows on my ceiling.
One of the contractors that attempted to source the ingress advised that it could be due to the lack of a lead tray DPC in the chimney (not visible). I can't find a copy of the NHBC standards for 2018 but is it likely that this would have been a building control requirement and as such something the NHBC may enforce the builder to rectify or do themselves if it is in fact missing?
Basically where I stand at the minute is:
*I advised the builder, even though it has been a long time that I contacted NHBC and they said I need to chase him to look again since it was reported within the 2 years.
*He surprisingly agreed and said no problem he will take a look (yesterday I called him and hasn't been in touch yet to look at the issue but seemed genuine)
*I'm preparing for the possibility of him wiping his hands of it and having to contact NHBC so I'm trying to gain knowledge on the subject.
Any info on whether the lack of a lead tray could contribute to the issue im describing and whether this is a requirement or just best practice would be greatly appreciated.
Please ignore the dry verge cap sitting out in photo, it has since been clipped back on. Water is presenting in the area circled.
Thanks
In my initial builders warranty period however I reported an issue with water ingress to our master bedroom during periods of heavy wind driven rain. The builder made efforts to sort the issue when it occurred. It would sometimes go long periods without the issue presenting but would always crop up again. I have had other reputable contractors inspect after losing faith in the builder and with the exception of a few suspect tiles being replaced the issue still occurs in adverse weather. Water seems to present on my gable end wall truss and run down in to the corner of the bedroom where it shows on my ceiling.
One of the contractors that attempted to source the ingress advised that it could be due to the lack of a lead tray DPC in the chimney (not visible). I can't find a copy of the NHBC standards for 2018 but is it likely that this would have been a building control requirement and as such something the NHBC may enforce the builder to rectify or do themselves if it is in fact missing?
Basically where I stand at the minute is:
*I advised the builder, even though it has been a long time that I contacted NHBC and they said I need to chase him to look again since it was reported within the 2 years.
*He surprisingly agreed and said no problem he will take a look (yesterday I called him and hasn't been in touch yet to look at the issue but seemed genuine)
*I'm preparing for the possibility of him wiping his hands of it and having to contact NHBC so I'm trying to gain knowledge on the subject.
Any info on whether the lack of a lead tray could contribute to the issue im describing and whether this is a requirement or just best practice would be greatly appreciated.
Please ignore the dry verge cap sitting out in photo, it has since been clipped back on. Water is presenting in the area circled.
Thanks
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Snagging and defects / New build semi detached constant impact noise from next door
« Last Post by Thornind on November 18, 2025, 05:34:58 pm »Hello everyone, new to the forum looking for some advice as this is driving me up the wall.
Recently purchased a shared ownership new build we are a set of 3 on a row. I am experiencing the most of awful impact noise. Over the years I have lived in multiple semi detached properties and never experienced anything like this.
Our neighbours living room mirrors ours and above their living room is a bedroom. From the evening till late at night all I can hear is constant banging slamming running. It's like you can hear every footsteps as a thud. Currently in talks with our landlord to reach out to the developer but not really getting anywhere. Landlord thinks it's normal to hear this till midnight.
I have been told via robust details the correct material was used for the walls but nothing for the floors. When I tap on the living room ceiling it's like a loud echo so clearly just a massive void between floors.
As I am not happy with this constant noise and the fact it's taking forever for someone to investigate I decided to have a look what's hidden behind the skirting board.
We have a 2" gap that goes along the wall from the bottom with I think they are called.mortar snots? Wedged in every so often. I can see the breeze block and put my hand in there. This surely isn't normal right?
Just trying to see if corners were cut that's making the noise run through the house. I don't know if it's just me but walking on the room above our living room feels more bouncy than the other rooms. Could be me just going crazy.
I have not put flooring down yet as I have a feeling it's going to have to come up. I believe next door.mau have laminate flooring installed all upstairs which of course doesn't help...
Any advice would be great 😅 can't live like this.
Recently purchased a shared ownership new build we are a set of 3 on a row. I am experiencing the most of awful impact noise. Over the years I have lived in multiple semi detached properties and never experienced anything like this.
Our neighbours living room mirrors ours and above their living room is a bedroom. From the evening till late at night all I can hear is constant banging slamming running. It's like you can hear every footsteps as a thud. Currently in talks with our landlord to reach out to the developer but not really getting anywhere. Landlord thinks it's normal to hear this till midnight.
I have been told via robust details the correct material was used for the walls but nothing for the floors. When I tap on the living room ceiling it's like a loud echo so clearly just a massive void between floors.
As I am not happy with this constant noise and the fact it's taking forever for someone to investigate I decided to have a look what's hidden behind the skirting board.
We have a 2" gap that goes along the wall from the bottom with I think they are called.mortar snots? Wedged in every so often. I can see the breeze block and put my hand in there. This surely isn't normal right?
Just trying to see if corners were cut that's making the noise run through the house. I don't know if it's just me but walking on the room above our living room feels more bouncy than the other rooms. Could be me just going crazy.
I have not put flooring down yet as I have a feeling it's going to have to come up. I believe next door.mau have laminate flooring installed all upstairs which of course doesn't help...
Any advice would be great 😅 can't live like this.