Westcombe

New-build homes come with basic finishes and a list of snags. We fix sticking doors, gaps in skirting and poor sealant lines, then help owners add built-in storage that the developer left out.

For small jobs here we group visits on Thursdays to keep the travel charge low.

Developer paint on new build walls is thin and marks easily. A proper repaint with a durable matt finish is one of our most common jobs here, often in the first two years after moving in.

Build quality varies between plots, so every visit starts with a list of what we find, with developer warranty items kept apart from work you would pay for.

Under stair cupboards, alcove shelving and wardrobes in small second bedrooms make the most of rooms that were designed to look good empty.

We keep notes on the common snags of each estate, so we often know what to check before we arrive.