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New-build house (single plot): typically 28–38 weeks.

Single detached new-build from groundworks to handover — masonry construction, standard foundations.

Durations are typical ranges for a well-run job with normal lead times — actual programmes vary with site conditions, weather and procurement.

Stage-by-stage

  1. Site set-up, services & set-out5–8 days
  2. ◆ BC: commencement noticeinspection / milestone
  3. Groundworks & foundations10–15 days
  4. ◆ BC: excavation & foundations inspectioninspection / milestone
  5. Substructure to DPC7–10 days
  6. ◆ BC: DPC inspectioninspection / milestone
  7. Ground floor & drainage5–8 days
  8. ◆ BC: drains inspectioninspection / milestone
  9. Superstructure to first floor10–14 days
  10. Superstructure to wallplate10–14 days
  11. Roof structure & covering8–12 days
  12. Watertight: windows & external doors4–6 days
  13. External render/cladding & scaffold down8–12 days
  14. First fix: electrics, plumbing, carpentry10–15 days
  15. Plastering & drying12–18 days
  16. Second fix throughout12–16 days
  17. Kitchen & bathrooms8–12 days
  18. Decoration & floor finishes8–12 days
  19. External works & landscaping5–10 days
  20. Snagging & handover clean4–6 days
  21. ◆ BC: completion certificateinspection / milestone

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