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<\/p>\nChoose well and it\u2019ll be a dream come true; choose badly and your nightmare is about to start\u2026<\/p>\n
The decision to build your own house or renovate it is a big step.\u00a0 And finding a home builder who is trustworthy, reliable and easy to work with isn\u2019t always easy.<\/p>\n
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So, where to start?\u00a0 At Combit Construction, we care about you and your build.\u00a0 That\u2019s why we\u2019ve taken the time to explain how to go about choosing a North London builder<\/strong> for your project:<\/p>\n Time spent researching your home builder is well spent.\u00a0 Research online, visit spec homes and showrooms, talk to family and friends who have built and\/or renovated and find out who they used for their projects and how they got on.\u00a0 Architects and craftspeople are also a great source of information \u2013 they\u2019re in touch with builders and can offer advice about good local builders in North London<\/strong> for your project.<\/p>\n If you are building a particular style or renovating an older home with specific heritage features, you would be wise to look for a builder who specializes in that construction niche.<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve narrowed the search down to two or three options, drill down into the detail of each builder\u2019s experience.<\/p>\n How long have they been in business?\u00a0 What experience have they had?\u00a0 What specific services do they offer and specialize in?\u00a0 Are they financially stable?<\/p>\n A face-to-face meeting with a builder is often the best way to assess them for yourself: they should be presentable, ethical in their approach, have good communication skills and you must feel \u2018comfortable\u2019 around them.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t be afraid to ask questions!\u00a0 After all, this is your home and your investment, so you have the right to know as much as possible about the background of your home builder.<\/p>\n Ask for a list of previous customers and contact them in your own time.\u00a0 Ask about their experience with that builder.<\/p>\n In the UK, the building game isn\u2019t tightly regulated as it is in some other countries.\u00a0 However, if your builder is a member of the Federation of Master Builders, you have the peace of mind that their conduct meets the standard of the FMB.<\/p>\n Ask about warranties.\u00a0 A good builder should offer a warranty on both structural and cosmetic works.\u00a0 Avoid builders who aren\u2019t upfront and open about their guarantees.<\/p>\n We get it: building quotations can be confusing and the builder\u2019s jargon and abbreviations aren\u2019t always easy to understand but go through the quotation carefully and make sure you understand exactly what is and isn\u2019t included.\u00a0 Discuss any questions or concerns with your builder.<\/p>\n Beware of builders who quote \u2018ballpark figures\u2019 or include multiple \u2018provisional sums\u2019 in their quotes \u2013 such quotes allow \u2018grey\u2019 areas around fixtures, fittings and materials which can be horribly deceptive.\u00a0 Remember, while the bottom line is very important, it\u2019s not the only thing to consider when choosing your building company \u2013 you need to ensure that your builder has included as much detail as possible to minimize the risk of budget blow-outs.<\/p>\n A good quote will be neatly presented, clearly itemized, and list out materials and labor costs for each stage of the build.<\/p>\n Pay attention to how quickly the builder submits his\/her quote and how willing they are to make changes to the original quote.\u00a0 This is a good indicator of how well future communication is likely to flow.<\/p>\n Are you committed to a deadline for your home project?\u00a0 Ask about availability of your home builder as early in the piece as possible.\u00a0 If your preferred builder is not able to start immediately (many builders are booked out a few months in advance) you need to weigh up the pros and cons of using another home builder \u2013 it may be unwise to compromise the quality of the build in favor of a builder who can accomplish it sooner.<\/p>\n If you need help with your project please, call the team at Combit Construction on 0208 457 2772.\u00a0 We can help you achieve that dream home with the peace of mind that only comes from using a team of qualified, experienced and specialized home builders in North London.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Choose well and it\u2019ll be a dream come true; choose badly and your nightmare is about to start\u2026 The decision to build your own house or renovate it is a big step.\u00a0 And finding a home builder who is trustworthy, reliable and easy to work with isn\u2019t always easy. 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Research<\/strong><\/h2>\n
2. Credentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n
3. Licenses and Warranty<\/strong><\/h2>\n
4. Quotation<\/strong><\/h2>\n
5. Availability<\/strong><\/h2>\n