Happy New Homes Week!
1st March 2023
Walton Homes have been developing new homes for over 40 years and this national week of celebrating new homes is the perfect opportunity to review the benefits to homeowners of buying new homes as opposed to existing properties.
Personal taste – A new build home is a clean slate, with no furnishings or stand out decor, you can truly put your personal stamp on a property. This isn’t always possible with existing homes as they have been decorated to suit the current occupants and sometimes need more than a lick of paint to put your stamp on the place.
No moving chain – As this is a newly built property, you don’t have to deal with any potential chain issues, and you can move straight in. This in itself can significantly reduce the stress levels involved in buying a home. Be aware though that new build properties can be subject to delays as a result of third parties during the construction process.
High-specifications – Most new builds come fitted with all the mod-cons you would expect. New builds must also comply with up-to-date building regulations set by the Government. This means you can expect the most modern heating systems and loft installations; helping reduce maintenance and DIY costs.
Energy-efficient – New build properties are set to save homeowners an average of more than £2,500* per property each year when the Energy Price Guarantee increases on 1 April 2023. Not only that but The Future Homes Standard makes sure all new homes built in England use less energy and produce less carbon emissions. 84% of new build homes were rated with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) of B or above, while just 4% of existing dwellings reached the same standard.*
A new community – The idea of moving into an established neighbourhood can be daunting, so joining a whole new community provides great opportunities for everyone to be in the same boat. For first time buyers and house movers alike, this is a great way to share experiences with people in the same position as you.
Warranties – All of our properties are covered by The National House Building Council (NHBC) or Local Authority Building Control (LABC) 10 year warranty. This helps insure your home automatically against any structural defects. This peace of mind is great for both first time buyers and seasoned home owners; no-one likes unexpected bills & costs. Not only that but as a developer Walton Homes offer a 2 years minor defect warranty.
Developer Schemes – Walton Homes offer a number of schemes and incentives to make your move easier whether it be affordability or just simply a helping hand with selling your property.
If you are interested in making most of the benefits of buying a new build property, call us today on 01543 412288 and we will happily discuss our selection of new homes and developments to match you with the perfect home for your requirement.
Alternatively contact any of our developments today:
Alverton View, Alton – 07714 108153
Woodwinds, Warton – 07841 605189
Acresford Park, Handsacre – 01889 441008
Augustus Fields, Cheadle – 07793325967
*All data regarding energy efficiency has been taken from recent research by The Home Builders Federation