Stafford: Home of energy efficiency

If you’re tired of the décor in your home and are thinking of redecorating - perhaps the kitchen needs a fresh look or the bathroom requires some attention - it may seem drastic, but buying a brand home new can be a cheaper option.

Not many of us jump at the chance of doing a bit of DIY and the expense of employing workmen can be costly and inconvenient. By purchasing a brand new home, not only are these traumas avoided, but you also get a home decorated just how you want it to be.

With a newly built home, there are no home improvement costs, no need to redecorate, rewire, or replace the kitchen or bathroom. Nor is there a need to re-insulate, install a new boiler or central heating or replace window. Indeed, not having to upgrade an older property could save you thousands of pounds which could be spent on other luxuries, such as a holiday or car – and you can still have money left over.

Yvette Tyler, sales adviser at The Crossings, Persimmon Homes’ successful development in Stafford, comments: “Buying a new home has so many benefits, including the range of choice on offer. Our purchasers can choose from a variety of styles of homes and apartments and also personalise the interior fixtures and fittings too from our Finishing Touches range, meaning that they can move in and not have the hassle of modernising or redecorating.”

She adds: “What’s more, a new home is constructed with modern building products which provide good sound and heat insulation, thereby leading to lower fuel costs. In fact, according to new research from the New Homes Marketing Board, living in a new home could save you up to £556 a year on average energy bills compared to older homes.”

These savings are made possible because new homes generate more than 60 per cent less CO2 emissions, which is the equivalent of taking one car off British roads or driving 10,000 miles less a year per household.*

If your criteria for a new home is value for money, lower bills and the perfect location, then a visit to The Crossings is a must. The development is situated close to the historic town of Stafford and superbly located near to the M6, offering great travel links to larger towns and cities such as Birmingham, Cannock and Crewe.

The town of Stafford bustles with activity and each month a farmers market is held, making it a very friendly place to shop. The region is also renowned for its pottery with Spode, Wedgwood and Royal Doulton bringing prosperity and fame to the area. Homes on release are currently priced from £179,995. Two bedroom apartments are also available and are currently priced from £134,995.

For further information on the properties available at The Crossings, visit Persimmonhomes.co.uk.

*according to New Homes Marketing Board