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Inspiration | Mythbusting heat pumps

At Redrow, energy efficiency is really important to us. So much so, that it’s built into every stage of our homes thanks to our ‘fabric first’ approach to construction. Lots of our new Eco Electric homes now come with air source heat pumps, designed to help promote sustainable energy use and help our homeowners lower their energy use. Our homes use Vaillant and Daikin ‘monobloc’ heat pumps; this means there’s an outdoor unit to heat water that is then either circulated through the heating syste...
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Inspiration | Smart homes and technology

Life these days has become busier than ever before. At Redrow, we make it our mission to create homes that help make the everyday a little easier, both through the design of our new developments and the style and build of our homes. Our homes are built to be future proof, and encompass smart home technology from the ground up. Within My Redrow you can add a number of optional extras to your new home - from integrated appliances to extra sockets and light switches, so your home will be hooked up...
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Inspiration | How We’re Using Air Source Heat Pumps

Back in January 2023, we were proud to become the first large housebuilder to introduce air source heat pumps and underfloor heating as standard across our new homes, as a replacement for traditional gas boilers. It’s all part of our commitment to make new homes more efficient and commit to achieving net carbon zero by 2045. Watch below our New Homes podcast episode about heat pumps to learn more about this pioneering technology and how it’s already helping our homeowners save and do their bit f...
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A Guide to Redrow's Fabric First Construction Approach

We make sure that (quite literally) from the ground up, every new Redrow home offers enhanced efficiency. As well as reducing our impact on the environment and helping with energy consumption, this is hugely beneficial for our homeowners too thanks to reduced bills. By buying a new home, you’re already choosing a property that is significantly more eco-friendly and efficient than older properties. The average UK home holds an EPC rating  of ‘D’, but Redrow homes offer at least a ‘B’ rating than...
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Guide to viewing a new home

Guide to viewing a new home Once you’ve decided to buy a new home, there’s so much to look forward to - but first you’ll need to choose the perfect new home for you! At our developments across the country you’ll find show homes ready for you to explore - complete with interiors designed by our in-house team and ready for you to visualise yourself in your new home. But what do you need to know when you go to view your potential new home, and what should you ask at the show hom...
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Choosing the right mortgage for you

Choosing the right mortgage for you With so many mortgage options on the market, knowing which one to choose can feel overwhelming. Many people find applying for a mortgage stressful, but the reality is if you’re prepared in advance and know your options it can be a relatively smooth process from application to completion. Because we work with first-time buyers every day, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to mortgages, so you know the types available and the choices...
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Guide to settling into a new home

Guide to settling into a new home So, you’ve bought a new Redrow home from one of our award-winning collections… congratulations! Welcome to the next, exciting chapter of your life. We know that buying and moving into a new home is always a very busy time with plenty of things to consider - but of course, the importance of making your new house your own cannot be overstated. Here are some top tips and tricks from our team of homebuying experts on how to settle into a new house...
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Guide to New Home Warranties & What's Covered

When you buy a new build home, you'll be provided with a warranty to guarantee the quality and reliability of the property. The warranty acts as protection for homeowners, meaning they won't have to pay out of pocket to repair any potential structural problems or issues with their new home. Redrow works with the National House Building Council and other similar providers who offer the same level of cover, and all our new homes come with a 10-year warranty (known as the Buildmark), protecting ag...
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Buying Off Plan for a Custom Dream Home

Essentially, buying property off plan means you purchase your new home before it's completed by Redrow. This might be during construction, so you can see the home's frame before the interiors are fitted, or it might even be before any part of the home is built. If you complete your off plan purchase early enough, you may have the option to choose elements of the internal layout - for example, choosing your kitchen style and worktops, or adding electric underfloor heating to the bathroom of your...
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First-Time Buyers Guide & Tips for Your New Home

Becoming a homeowner comes with responsibility, but it also comes with a cost. Before you can even think about browsing new homes, you'll need to start planning and budgeting your money. Any first-time buyer will need to save up for a deposit, legal fees and conveyancing costs as a first stop. Check out our guide on how much it costs to move home for an overview of the potential fees involved. The first step will be understanding how much you can borrow, and the home you can afford. Most mortg...
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The Financial Guide to Buying a New House

Questions about house deposits are some of the most common we hear from first-time buyers. Generally speaking, 5% of the price of the home you'd like to buy is considered the minimum deposit amount. Many buyers who are keen to move as soon as possible opt for a small deposit, though a bigger deposit will mean access to better mortgage deals, smaller monthly repayments and a lower interest rate. To begin the process of building up a deposit, find the right savings account or ISA for you. It's wo...
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How to Buy a Home Within a Property Chain

A chain, in property terms, is a situation where sellers and buyers are connected - so for example if you need to wait for the person buying your house to sell theirs first. This is called an 'upward chain' - when a property will only be sold when the current owner has bought another. Property chains can make the buying process more difficult, causing delays to how long it takes to sell a house. If there are multiple properties and sellers in a chain, it gets more complicated and could potentia...
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EPC Certificates Explained: Cost, Need, & Ratings

What is an EPC certificate, how much does it cost and do I need one? In the UK, the energy efficiency of buildings is rated on a scale from A to G and awarded an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate). This can tell you more about the energy performance of a property, which is particularly useful ahead of putting in an offer on a new home as a guide to the property's average energy efficiency rating. Guides & FAQs    |    Guides    |    Energy & Sustainability    |    What is an...
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Estate Agent Jargon Explained for Home Buyers

An estimate of the amount a mortgage provider will lend you. The Agreement in Principle will be based on your credit history and other details. It’s sometimes also referred to as a mortgage in principle, a mortgage promise or a decision in principle.  This is the annual cost of a mortgage over the duration of its lifetime. The APRC includes all the various fees your mortgage will be subject to (for example variable rates and fees), and can be used to compare mortgage rates.   Appraisals are cond...
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How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?

The first step for anyone looking for a new house should be to secure a mortgage offer in principle (also known as an Agreement in Principle or Mortgage Promise). This will help you determine how much you can borrow from a lender and the price bracket you should be looking at for your new home. Getting a mortgage agreement in principle can be immediate, or it can take a few days. Make sure you've got all the documents and information you'll need to hand before you apply, to speed up the process...
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The Ultimate Guide to Moving House - Tips & Advice

The period before you move is incredibly important - this is when you’ll do all the planning and organising. It's a good idea to research how much it costs to move home, so you can understand how much moving house may cost. Check out our financial guide to buying a house for a full list of all the costs and fees involved when moving - from Stamp Duty to mortgage fees. If you're a first-time buyer, you might need to notify your landlord of your plans to move. You'll need to think about all the f...
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How Much Does It Cost to Move Home? A Guide

Here's a brief overview of some of the potential fees to sell a house and the charges you may have to pay upfront or before you move in, as part of purchasing a new home. Stamp Duty is a Land Transaction Tax on the purchase of a property in England and in Wales it's the Land Transaction Tax (LTT). How much you pay (and if you have to pay at all) will depend on your circumstances and the cost of the home. Usually, buying and moving into a new home involves paying some form of deposit. This can b...
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How to Buy and Sell Property at the Same Time

You'll need to know how much you can afford to spend on your next house and work out your affordability. So, it may be worth speaking to a mortgage broker if you're considering a new mortgage, and you'll also need to look at your valuation to understand how much equity you have in your property. Redrow’s panel of preferred, independent specialists can help with everything from figuring out affordability to applying for a mortgage. These specialists are not employed by Redrow, but have experienc...
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Guide to The Best Time to Sell Your House

Traditionally, the spring months have been considered the best time of year to sell a house - the warm weather tempts potential buyers out to get house hunting, and the photos your estate agent takes for marketing might even show some springtime foliage to tempt some viewings. Of course, how long it takes for your property to sell will also depend on the wider housing market. Of course, different property types will sell best in different locations too, so it's worth having a look around at wh...
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How to sell your home

How to Sell Your Home Buying a new home is an exciting process - but if you’re already a homeowner, you’ll likely need to deal with selling your existing property before completing on the new one. We’ve dealt with thousands of buyers who are in the process of selling a home to move into their dream Redrow neighbourhood, so we’ve learnt a thing or two about the best ways to complete a sale. Here’s our guide to selling your home to buy a new one with Redrow, including top tips,...