Research shows that 92 percent of people report issues with their new build homes not long after moving in.1 Thankfully, the majority of these are minor issues that are usually a result of the new home drying out and settling.
That said, when a complaint is relating to a more expensive build error, the cost of rectifying it and keeping the customer happy falls to the builder. For premium-grade builds the stakes are even higher, with expensive fixtures and fittings often costing a lot more and taking far longer to fix in the event of an issue.
Aluminium bifold doors, aluminium sliding doors and aluminium flush windows are all examples of high-ticket items that builders need to get right first time, to prevent expensive and time-consuming issues emerging later once the homeowner moves in.
To help, here are three ways that builders can prevent issues with their bifold doors, sliding doors and flush windows and avoid complaints from homeowners:
Specify aluminium bifold doors, sliding doors, and flush windows from a supplier that manufacturers to the highest quality standards
Bifold doors and other similar products are made from heavy, highly processed materials and contain complex sliding and locking mechanisms – when manufactured cheaply, a lot can go wrong after installation.
When it comes to aluminium bifold doors, aluminium sliding doors and aluminium flush windows, the old saying “buy cheap, buy twice” definitely applies – specifying quality products that have been manufactured to the highest standards, and have been priced competitively within the market will pay dividends over the longer term.
This is particularly important for housebuilders buying multiple units, because a quality manufacturer will be able to guarantee repeatable quality, whether you are ordering five glazed units or hundreds. This quality reassurance will enable builders to construct each project with confidence, knowing that they will be handing over a class leading home that is unlikely to experience problems.
Prioritising reliable lead times on aluminium bifold doors, sliding doors and flush windows keeps builds on track
Finding a supply partner that offers fast, predictable and reliable lead times on their aluminium bifold doors, sliding doors and flush windows will help keep even the most complex build programs on track.
Ordering from a manufacturer that cannot offer reliable lead times will introduce an element of unpredictability to your timescales and could result in lost profit, delayed move in dates and an unforgiving knock-on effect for other trades and suppliers.
Measure twice, purchase once
Lastly, remember it is best practice to carefully measure apertures before ordering your windows and doors, rather than relying on the plans. Homeowners expect their aluminium bifold doors, sliding doors and flush windows to open and close in a smooth motion, without sticking. They want the brickwork around them to offset the streamlined aesthetic of the feature glazing, without unsightly filler trying to hide mismeasurements.
When it comes to fitting the perfect aluminium-framed glazing, you need to be sure that the units you order are within the correct tolerances for the exact opening they will fill, to avoid issues later down the line.
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