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Do I really need a certificate for my new windows when selling my house?

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Joanne101030 · 14/08/2013 20:48

Hi,
I have been gathering quotes for we windows as I want to get this done. However, 2 window companies have stated that they will give me a certificate for these when finished as I will need it when I sell the house. I was tempted to get a local tradesman to put them in but obviously I won't get a certificate. One company said if would be for FENDA and the other for building regulations .
I am confused. Can anyone advise please?

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Mrsladybirdface · 14/08/2013 20:50

you can get a handy man to do it, but you'll need to get building regs to sign it off, costs 70ish pounds. they'll just check that glass meets building regs standards.

It is usually cheaper to do it this way.

MousyMouse · 14/08/2013 20:51

the fensa certificate is a self certificate for building regs.
you can either get someone from the council round to sign off the windows or you can get a fensa approved carpenter or window fitter to self certify their work.

racmun · 14/08/2013 20:52

New windows needs building regs consent. Approved fitter can self certify called either the FENSA scheme or Certass scheme.

If you go for a non approved fitter, you'll need to get the local authority's building control dept round to sign the windows off and provide a certificate.

You will need the cert for selling and remortgaging, it is a hassle if you don't get the certificate.

Peachyjustpeachy · 14/08/2013 20:54

We didn't have a certain since dh put the windows in....he's a chippy, and he purchase dg upvc windows in

When we came to sell, we had go pay a £50 indemnity to the new owners Angry

mylittlemonkey · 14/08/2013 22:40

We have just had our survey back and the report has identified that new windows have been put in and stated that not uncommon to find they can fail if not fitted properly andd signed off and so has advised seller produce building regs approval or certificate. If sellers don't have one then we will be insisting they get them checked and certified and pay for indemnity if needed. Better to get done properly.

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Joanne101030 · 15/08/2013 09:01

Thank you very much you have all been very heful and I intend to use a certified fitter.

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Joanne101030 · 15/08/2013 09:01

P.s. anyone know a certified window company who serves Dagenham please ?

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