Why buy new?

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Top 10 reasons why buying a new Mactaggart & Mickel Homes property is better than buying an old home...

1. We are an award winning family business, with over 85 years of experience in building new homes, with a reputation that you can trust!
2. We build new homes in premier locations, e.g. in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Ayrshire coast areas. Click here to view a map of all our locations. 
3. We offer an exclusive range of Assistance Packages including shared equity schemes. We also have specific packages for first time buyers. Click here for more information. 
4. We have our own timber kit factory where our homes are built using the latest technology so we can have your house wind and watertight in a day! Click here to view a movie clip of our team in action.
5. Our homes come with advanced insulation, energy efficient heating systems and double glazed windows- so you could have lower fuel bills and less maintenance.
   • Key Fact- there could be savings of over £500 on fuel bills a year compared to other less energy efficient properties! Source: Building Research Establishment
   • Key Fact- did you know that it is estimated to cost at least £22,000 to bring an old house up to the standard of a new home? By buying new you save on renovation costs and enjoy your weekends. Source: www.new-homes.co.uk
6. Our new homes are a blank canvas for you to personalise to your own tastes; and if you choose our Platinum Package your new carpets and curtains will be in place for your moving in day.
7. All our homes carry a 10 year National House Building Council warranty and exceed the guidelines of the new Consumer Code for Home Builders. Click here to find out about what the code means for you.
8. All our homes are available at a fixed price, so there is no blind-bidding situation as in the case of buying a second hand home.
9. We pride ourselves on offering guaranteed entry dates so you can be assured your new home is ready for you to suit your moving dates.
10. We operate a One Point of Contact between our clients and sales consultants to ensure continuity; and we also offer extended dedicated customer care for up to two years.