New build extras?

Emmzi

don't get too hung up on electricals, they are easy to get fitted!

I got the keys to my house when on holiday, or my mate did - got on the internet - and the day after I came back comet came and fitted my fridge freezer, dishwasher and washer dryer and I think they charged £40 to do so - the white goods prices quoted in this post seem obscene to me so I'd live with a microwave until i could get a delivery. And it you live near me I can lend you a portable twin tub for emergency laundry, although a laundry will also do :-)

I think you could save a grand doing similar! Unless their white goods are magic ones with platinum doors.

*most places do this not just comet! Just that they worked for me.

threestars

Wow BennyC I feel like I should pay you for typing all that out for me!!! Thankyou! (have a virtual beer instead :beer: )

Well that has given me a lot to think about...and save up for!

The plot we want isn't going to get started 'til next year, so plenty of time for saving up
They're finishing the 1st phase at Christmas and all of the houses in the style we want (or can afford!) have sold out already, so we're going to have to be quick to reserve the plot we want once they start the next phase!

I'm trying to make friends with the sales woman so she remembers me when they start phase 2

I do feel like we won't be in a position to haggle because the development is so popular...I'm worried if I start trying to negotiate prices they'll say no because they know the house will easily sell to someone else.

Grogged

threestars wrote: »

I'm trying to make friends with the sales woman so she remembers me when they start phase 2

I do feel like we won't be in a position to haggle because the development is so popular...I'm worried if I start trying to negotiate prices they'll say no because they know the house will easily sell to someone else.

You can always haggle!:D

In that case a little research on the companies end of year and quarter end dates could help you time an offer to coincide with when they want money most and will be more receptive to offers...

Good luck!

WelshNic

BennyC wrote: »

Yep that's Taylor Wimpey.

What were you expecting to be standard?

Spots, power + light to garage, light to loft, towel rails.

My OH used to work for Wimpey, their standard spec is lower than the 'affordable housing' spec and I did know that as the first place we bought was a Wimpey but I just assumed they'd moved on from that, it was a long time ago!

SilverSix

threestars wrote: »

Wow BennyC I feel like I should pay you for typing all that out for me!!! Thankyou! (have a virtual beer instead :beer: )

Well that has given me a lot to think about...and save up for!

The plot we want isn't going to get started 'til next year, so plenty of time for saving up
They're finishing the 1st phase at Christmas and all of the houses in the style we want (or can afford!) have sold out already, so we're going to have to be quick to reserve the plot we want once they start the next phase!

I'm trying to make friends with the sales woman so she remembers me when they start phase 2

I do feel like we won't be in a position to haggle because the development is so popular...I'm worried if I start trying to negotiate prices they'll say no because they know the house will easily sell to someone else.

No problem.

To be honest the way it normally goes is you'll talk about the plots then pick one you like and then go view the show home. Sit down and talk about it some more etc. Then you can haggle. For example I did some research and a build had been dropped £20k in November then put back up £10k in January so I used this as proof that they're willing to take a hit (the particular property wasn't desirable for various reasons but I didn't care a price drop is a price drop). So I said I was looking for XYZ (higher off than I would settle for) said to speak to whoever was necessary whilst I have another wander around. Then she'll present you with an offer (funny that they present you an offer, lol) and if you like it then go from there. If you don't then walk. You should be able to get a good deal buying off plan anyway.

OT: Met the builder this afternoon. He basically said anything that wasn't essential as an upgrade don't do via the reps/sales team. He gave me the numbers for the spark & plumber and said give them a ring and speak to them directly (and also to not tell the reps he had said this!).

I wanted wiring laid during the build so my own electrician could come in after and do the spotlights cheaper. However he said just call him let him know what you want done (marked on your own plans etc) and then supply him the parts. Might be an idea to throw him some wonga as a good will gesture if he can do it on shift. Fire rated spots are £9 each, if we say £10 I planned for 45 so that's £450 of materials (assuming they won't be bothered by wiring as they get it for pennies I expect) plus £1-200 goodwill gesture makes £550/600. Almost £2000 cheaper than through the reps/sales and £1000 cheaper than having them done after.

Same for radiators(towel rails) speak to the plumber and then supply him the bits in time. £300 each from TW £100-£150 each in B&Q.

As for glazed doors you can pick these up much cheaper and then hang them yourself if you know how or just pay a handyman to do so.

It'll depend what your site manager is like but I don't think anybody will turn there nose up at some under the table deals :cool:

Oh and the price for granite is between £3500-£4500. **** a brick right? That's for about 6-7meters plus £185 for a granite windowsill. 9 meters can be fitted for £1500-2000 from your own source.

Movingsouth

Am thinking of buying own fridge/freezer and washing machine rather than get them from them from the developers (Taylor Wimpey). Want to have the cupboard doors on them. Not sure if Taylor Wimpey will include the cupboard doors, or just leave an empty space.

We have seen on internet places you can buy 'integrated' white goods, and they all seem to be a standard size and from shop to shop the integrated goods have the same dimension.

Anyone bought their own white goods and got them integrated into their kitchen units?

brit1234

Rather than haggling for nick naks, maybe it is better to get the actual house price cheaper. After all you are no getting these add ons for free its all part of the cost.

Mickygg

Blimey the extra TW are doing are crazy. I'd expect most to be standard.

Unless its a cracking price aren't you tempted to buy second hand then do that up instead?


Like another post here I bought a new build as initially it looked nice. The only extras I had to pay for were flooring.


It went wrong, very wrong and couldn't wait to move.

Furts

Mickygg wrote: »

Blimey the extra TW are doing are crazy. I'd expect most to be standard.

Unless its a cracking price aren't you tempted to buy second hand then do that up instead?


Like another post here I bought a new build as initially it looked nice. The only extras I had to pay for were flooring.


It went wrong, very wrong and couldn't wait to move.

I suggest you consider the new home premium. The more "extras" you add to the home the more you increase the premium and the builders profits. Many of these extras are really essentials. You will not get much of this back when you come to sell.

Carefully evaluate the finances...which is why buying secondhand could be attractive.

geek1981

I'm also buying a newbuild from TW. Its a part-exchange, so they are not too keen to give too much freebies. However got options worth 2K so i can get whatever i want from them using that money. It was interesting to find their upgrade flooring (those shiny glossy tiles) was just £50-60 more than standard ones, so i would suggest take a look at the upgrades + free whitegoods (may be)! Good luck!