Newbuild vs oldbuild, repair/maintenance costs?

Legacy_user · 13 June 2016 at 1:53PM

Are there are risks in buying a 40 year old that is in good condition?

Will it need any repairs compaired to a new build? There are some hairline cracks?

Or could one expect to live in it for the next 40 years with no issues?

marksoton · 13 June 2016 at 2:00PM

Give up mate.

lincroft1710 · 13 June 2016 at 3:23PM

It will definitely need some form of modernisation within the next 40 years. Depending on the fixtures, fittings, electrics, kitchen, appliances, plumbing, heating, sanitary ware, windows, doors, floor coverings, decor etc., it may need attention sooner rather than later.

System · 13 June 2016 at 3:25PM

I'm more worried about things like roof, walls, insulation etc

AnnieO1234 · 13 June 2016 at 3:28PM

When we looked for our current (and actually forever home although that bit wasn't planned) we had a 6 month old, and it made sense for all the reasons of maintenance etc that we bought new. It wasn't just the financial aspect but also the time that was a concern. Xxx

lincroft1710 · 13 June 2016 at 3:32PM

Insulation may or may not be up to current standards. Brick walls tend not give problems unless there are other problems, e.g. subsidence. Concrete tile roofs tend not to give problems apart from the odd loose tile, a felted timber roof will need the felt replacing probably every 10 or more years and possibly timbers.