Top 8 most common defects in new build homes

From ill-fitted doors and windows to brickwork pointing, a new study has revealed the most common defects found in new build homes – and the potential cost of rectifying these issues.

While new builds offer open-plan spaces and an ease of purchase because there is no onward chain, they can present more costly structural or weatherproofing problems which owners don't often notice at first.

'We see some real horror stories with snagging issues in the new build sector but more often than not, it's the early issues that a customer might miss that they have the most trouble getting their house builder to rectify,' says Harry Yates, Founder and Managing Director of HouseScan.

'Poorly fitted windows and doors are the most common issues, that if not picked up early on or outside of the warranty period, can lead to the customer having to foot the bill for any remedial works.'

Not sure what to look out for? Take a look at the most common snags found when it comes to new build homes in the UK...