Snagging inspections for Sawston new builds.
Sawston's new estates sit on the village's edges with open countryside behind. Detached family homes with garages, larger roofs and sloping gardens bring their own set of checks before completion.
on the edges of Sawston village, south of Cambridge · Builders on site: Bellway · Redrow · partner builders
Why Sawston needs a plot-specific inspection
- Larger detached homes with integral garages and bigger roof areas.
- Edge-of-village plots with sloping gardens and boundary details.
- Several builders on adjoining sites with different standard details.
Common build flaws to check at Sawston
Integral garage fire separation
Gaps in the fire-resisting construction between garage and house.
Approved Document B
Roof verge and ridge fixings
Dry-fix verges and ridge tiles not mechanically fixed. Checked by drone.
NHBC Ch. 7.2
Garden levels and retaining edges
Sloping gardens with poor retaining edges or levels falling towards the house.
NHBC Ch. 10.2
Cavity insulation gaps
Missing or slumped insulation at junctions and around lintels, found with thermal imaging.
Approved Document L
Window and door adjustment
Frames out of square, dropped hinges and failed locking keeps.
NHBC Ch. 6.7
Timing tip: Sawston is within our no-mileage area — book your pre-completion inspection once your notice-to-complete arrives.
Fixed fees for Sawston — no mileage charge
Apartment
1 bed / studio / flat
Pre-completion £320
Full diagnostic £360
2–3 Bed House
Terrace, semi or coach house
Pre-completion £320
Full diagnostic £360
4–5 Bed House
Semi or detached
Pre-completion £410
Full diagnostic £460
Detached 5+ Bed
Large detached / executive
Pre-completion £520
Full diagnostic £590
Book with your next-door neighbour for the same day and you both get £40 off.
New builds on Sawston complete in clusters. When two neighbouring plots book the same inspection day, we pass the saving on our travel time straight to you. Mention the Street Pass and your neighbour's plot number when you book — the discount applies to both full inspection fees.
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