NHBC or not to be? That is the question, well one of them anyway.

Warranty smarantee, I never buy the ones from Currys so do I really need to get one for my new gaff?  Depends who you ask, and on your circumstances, but most probably, yes. 

Then there’s a route to choose.  Basically NHBC, or one, of what seem many, alternatives.  Personally I’m going to get an architects certificate, or more accurately, a professional consultant’s certificate approved by the Counsel of Mortgage Lenders, completed by an architect.   

This means an appointed architect will act much as a buildings inspector, checking all the crucial stages of the build are completed satisfactory.  Except in his case he issues a certificate, that gives some structural warranty and helps quell the mortgage lenders nerves. 

I’m hoping I’ll be with the vast majority that get the certification as a formality. A t-crosser for any future financing needs of my own or any other future occupier.