New Build Conveyancing Experts
Specialist support for buyers navigating developer contracts, exchange deadlines and everything in between.
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Buying New Build Property
New builds are becoming an increasingly popular means of buying, especially for first time buyers who are making use of the government’s First Homes Scheme or shared ownership/shared equity schemes. New build properties offer an array of advantages over second-hand properties. To ensure that your purchase runs as smoothly as possible, you will need expert solicitors to provide you with a fast, efficient, and friendly service, ensuring you can move into your new property without worry.
Why New Build Conveyancing Is Different
New build purchases are not the same as buying an existing property
You may be required to exchange within 28–42 days. Completion often takes place on notice. Contracts are drafted by developers, not negotiated between individuals. There may be long stop dates, staged payments, warranty documents, estate management arrangements and lender-specific requirements to consider.
This is why specialist expertise matters. Our team handles new build transactions every day. We understand how to protect your position while ensuring you meet strict developer timelines.
Our New Build Expertise
We understand the nuances of new build conveyancing inside out:
Developer Contracts: Comprehensive reviews to ensure terms are fair and protect your interests.
Snagging & Handover Guidance: Expert advice on warranties, defects, and completion arrangements.
Mortgage & Funding Support: Coordinating efficiently with lenders to secure your finance.
Efficient Completion Management: Ensuring you move in on time with no unexpected delays.
First-Time Buyer Support: Specialised guidance for new buyers navigating the property ladder.
With over 15 years’ experience, our dedicated team has helped thousands of clients secure their dream homes, ensuring complex transactions are handled smoothly.
Why choose us?
Top 10 Reasons to Choose PLS Solicitors
Focused on exchanging on time
New build purchases come with tight deadlines. We are experienced in meeting 28 to 42 day exchange requirements, helping you secure your plot without unnecessary stress.
Specialists in new build and shared ownership
We handle new build transactions every day, so we understand completion on notice, developer contracts, snagging, and long stop dates as standard.
On all major lender panels
This helps prevent mortgage related delays and avoids the risk of being asked to change solicitor late in the process.
Clear, proactive communication througout
You are kept informed at every key stage, reducing uncertainty, chasing, and last minute surprises.
Trusted by over 55,000 buyers since 2021
Our experience across tens of thousands of transactions gives buyers confidence that their purchase is in safe hands.
Highly rated by real clients
With over 6,000 Trustpilot reviews and a 4.7 star average, our service quality is consistently recognised.
Trusted by major UK house builders
We work closely with leading developers across England and Wales, helping transactions progress smoothly for all parties.
Award winning conveyancing teams
Recognised at the British Conveyancing Awards, including New Build Team of the Year and Best Law Firm for Conveyancing.
Online access, anytime it suits you
Our secure client portal allows you to track progress, upload documents, and complete forms 24 hours a day.
Accessible, transparent, and competitively priced
Open six days a week with extended hours, clear pricing, and a dedicated quotes team available by phone or online.
What is a new build property?
A new build property is a brand-new home which has never been lived in. Recently, there has been a great emphasis on building more houses to tackle the property shortage, therefore many properties on the market today are New build properties.
Why purchase a new build property?
New build properties are less likely to require works or maintenance at the point of purchase than an older property. Energy and heating bills may also be cheaper since new homes are more efficient and better insulated.
If you are buying your home off-plan (before it has been built) then you will often have some input into some of the design features of the house.
Many fixtures and fittings which you would normally expect to pay for in an older property are already installed in new build properties. For example, double or triple glazed windows, insulation, energy efficient heating and white goods such as dish washers are often already present in new build properties.
Cecilia Mareya
Agnes Tsang and the PLS team have been amazing throughout our home-buying process. As first-time buyers, we had a lot to learn, but they made the whole process seamless and guided us through every step. Agnes was especially helpful in explaining everything clearly, answering our questions and helping us understand any issues that came up along the way. We are very grateful for her patience, support and professionalism, as well as the team's hard work in helping us reach completion. Thank you, Agnes and the PLS team, for making our first home purchase a much smoother and less stressful experience. We would highly recommend their services!
Alexandra
This is the second time we've instructed PLS on the purchase/sale of our home, and once again the service has been exceptional! Catherine and her team have been proactive, professional, genuinely friendly and efficient throughout, and made everything really easy to understand throughout the process! Thank you!
Grace
The entire experience was so efficient and never had to wait long for anything, we are first time buyers so we were nervous for the process as normally solicitors have a bad reputation for being slow but it has been very efficient even with a new build, thank you to William and all the team!
Claire Dawson
We completed today thanks to Chelsea's hard work! It has been a pretty seamless transaction, with fantastic communciation from Chelsea. I would absolutely recommend PLS Solicitors and would use them again on a future purchase.
Alison Bowen
Amy Tinham and her team at PLS are excellent and I can highly recommend. Amy handled my sale and purchase with ease, professionalism and support. From my first contact to completion, my journey with PLS was appreciated. My chain was long and situation became very stressful. PLS stepped in and Amy went above and beyond to resolve things and ensure my chain was kept on track. Amy and her team advised, supported, communicated and this made such a huge difference and gave great relief to what was an emotional and stressful personal journey for me. I honestly can't thank Amy and her team enough and I would not hesitate to instruct again or recommend to ant friends / family. Thank you.
Stephen Briggs
We had a property sale and purchase with Craig and the team at PLS and we would 100% recommend. The communication throughout the whole process was fantastic. Always available via phone or email with questions dealt with same day where possible. Everything about PLS made the process much smoother
Kirsten
Matthew was really helpful and supportive. Very grateful to have had him supporting us. Thank you PLS!
Paul Watson
We found PLS really helpful and efficient managing our house sale and subsequent purchase. Fees were competitive too. Would recommend
Odunayo Akinola
PLS solicitors are fantastic!!! I would recommend them anytime!anyday! Their professionalism is top notch!
David
Just completed on our house, Craig was great and kept us up to date throughout the process. The first interaction was difficult with PLS as they appeared to assign the case to someone who no longer worked at the company, then reallocated to Craig who was Out of Office for the week (not his fault) I hope this was an exception and this has now been sorted by PLS for future clients, like I say when we got to the right person the process was smooth
Free Guide
Buying a New Build Home – What You Need to Know
Thinking about buying a new build?
Our free guide walks you through the process, the questions you should ask during a site visit and what to expect so you can move forward with confidence.
Thinking about buying a new build?
Our free guide walks you through the process, the questions you should ask during a site visit and what to expect so you can move forward with confidence.
Free Guide
Buying a New Build Home – What You Need to Know
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Frequently Asked Questions
Explore our FAQs for New Build Conveyancing!
How is new build conveyancing different from buying an existing home?
New build purchases involve additional legal steps, including reviewing the developer’s contract, checking build specifications, and working to the developer’s own timelines for exchange and completion, which can move faster than a typical resale.
How long does new build conveyancing usually take?
Timescales depend on how far along the development is and the developer’s own build schedule, so they can vary more than a standard purchase. We’ll keep you updated on timings throughout via our portal.
What happens if the developer moves the exchange or completion date?
This isn’t unusual with new builds. Our team will let you know as soon as we’re notified, and guide you through anything you need to do to meet the new date.
Can PLS help if I'm buying through the First Homes Scheme or Shared Ownership?
Yes. We regularly act on new build purchases using the First Homes Scheme and Shared Ownership, and our team can talk you through how each scheme affects your purchase.
