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New homes hold the promise of worry free home ownership. Unfortunately that's not always how it turns out. Problems in a new build home Since 2005, on the instigation of the government, the House builders Federation and NHBC have commissioned an annual survey on satisfaction with new homes. In 2015, it was reported that 86% of buyers were satisfied overall with their new home. Less flattering is that 27% of buyers said their new home had more problems than they had been expecting. The survey also revealed that 35% said they had reported more than 16 problems in a new build home. Many buyers realise only too late that while a property is likely to be the most expensive thing they ever buy, it is one of the least protected by consumer law. With most goods, you have the right to reject them and demand your money back if they fail to live up to expectations. Property however is exempt from the sale and supply of goods act with the result home buyers are stuck with faulty propert

Do I need a snagging list for my new build home? If you spot any defects in your new build home, its up to you to report them to your house builder. ' It is your house builders responsibility to check and fix any cosmetic defects before you complete on the sale but it is unlikely they are going to pick up on everything' Looking for a home in mint condition?you might think buying a new build is the answer, but new does not necessarily mean flawless. New built properties are known for minor defects or 'snags' caused by poor workmanship or equipment. If you spot any defects in your home, it is up to you to itemise and report them to your house builder. Its also a good thing to do if you are hiring tradesmen to renovate your property. You can put together your own list or hire a company to do it for you. Here's what you need to know; What is a snag? A snag is a small defect or problem that remains in your property after the building work has been complete