Your New Build Deserves
Better Than Builder Grade.
Volume housebuilders fit the minimum acceptable spec. Within 2–5 years, most Wiltshire homeowners want it gone. We specialise in new-build upgrades — with UFH-compatible specification, development-specific knowledge, and warehouse prices.
The honest truth
What Did Your Builder Actually Fit?
Volume housebuilders — Persimmon, Barratt, Taylor Wimpey, Bellway, Vistry — are building thousands of homes across Wiltshire right now. Every one of them is fitted with the minimum carpet and vinyl grade that passes building regulations and keeps their margin intact.
That typically means a 28–32oz twist carpet, standard 10mm underlay, and basic sheet vinyl in the kitchen and bathrooms. It looks fine on handover day. Within 18 months of family use, the difference becomes obvious.
There's a more serious issue too. Most new builds have underfloor heating. Standard thick underlay blocks the heat output and voids your UFH manufacturer warranty. Many homeowners don't discover this until they have a problem — and by then, the wrong flooring has already been fitted.
10mm standard underlay has a tog rating of ~2.5. Most UFH systems require max 1.5 tog combined (floor + underlay). Your builder almost certainly fitted the wrong spec.
Builder-grade carpet is specified for appearance on handover day, not for 10 years of family life. Most homeowners notice significant wear within 2–3 years.
Floor coverings are cosmetic finishes. Replacing them has no impact on your NHBC Buildmark structural warranty. You're free to upgrade at any time.
Critical for new builds
Underfloor Heating Compatibility Guide
Most new builds have UFH. The wrong flooring blocks heat output and voids your system warranty. We specify every installation to be UFH-compatible — and we'll tell you exactly what works and what doesn't.
| Flooring Type | UFH Rating | Typical Tog | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) | ✓✓ Excellent | 0.05–0.10 | Best choice for UFH. Thin profile, excellent heat transfer. Works with all UFH systems. |
| Engineered Wood | ✓ Good | 0.10–0.15 | Dimensionally stable. Suitable for UFH. Avoid solid wood — it moves with heat. |
| Laminate | ✓ Good | 0.05–0.10 | Suitable if UFH-rated. Always check manufacturer specification before fitting. |
| Low-Tog Carpet | ~ Suitable | Max 1.5 combined | Only low-tog carpet with UFH-rated underlay. Max 1.5 tog total (floor + underlay). We specify this correctly. |
| Standard Carpet + Thick Underlay | ✗ Incompatible | Often 2.5+ | Blocks heat output. Voids UFH manufacturer warranty. This is what many builders fit — and why it needs replacing. |
| Wool Twist Carpet | ✗ Often incompatible | Variable — often too high | Wool is a natural insulator. Many wool blends exceed the 1.5 tog limit. Always check before fitting over UFH. |
Our guarantee: Every WCW new-build installation is specified to be UFH-compatible. We check the tog rating of every product we fit over underfloor heating. If it's not compatible, we won't fit it — and we'll tell you why. No voided warranties. No blocked heat. No surprises.
Choose your upgrade
New-Build Upgrade Packages
All packages include free home visit, accurate measuring, UFH-compatible specification, and fitting within 2 weeks.
Essential Upgrade
Better carpet. Same layout.
- Replace builder carpet throughout
- Upgrade to 40oz+ twist or saxony
- UFH-rated underlay included
- All rooms measured and fitted
- Delivered in 3–5 days
- Fitted within 2 weeks
Best for: Homeowners who want better carpet but are happy with the layout
Smart Upgrade
LVT downstairs. Premium carpet up.
- LVT throughout ground floor
- Premium carpet in all bedrooms
- UFH-compatible throughout
- Waterproof kitchen & hallway
- Free home visit & measuring
- Fitted in one day for most homes
Best for: Families wanting practical, durable flooring that works with UFH
Full Transformation
The complete new-build rethink.
- LVT or engineered wood throughout
- Luxury carpet in bedrooms
- UFH-rated specification guaranteed
- Uplift & removal of builder flooring
- Full home measured in one visit
- Fitted within 2 weeks
Best for: Homeowners doing a full upgrade, often 2–5 years after moving in
Prices are per m² supply only. Fitting from £4.50/m². All prices confirmed at free home visit. No hidden costs.
Know your development
We Know What Your Builder Fitted
Select your development below. We know the standard specification used by each builder — so we can tell you exactly what was fitted and what the best upgrade path looks like.
Don't see your development? We cover all new builds across Wiltshire, Bath and Bristol.
Tell Us Your DevelopmentDedicated Flooring Upgrade Pages by Development
Each page includes builder-specific advice, UFH guidance, and tailored package pricing.
Why Wiltshire Carpet Warehouse for New Builds?
We've re-floored homes on every major development in Wiltshire. We know the spec, the pitfalls, and the fastest route to a floor you'll love.
UFH Guaranteed
Every installation is specified to be UFH-compatible. We check the tog rating before we fit anything.
Fast Turnaround
Flooring delivered in 3–5 days. Most new builds fully fitted in a single day. Done within 2 weeks.
Development Knowledge
We know what Persimmon, Bellway, Taylor Wimpey and Barratt fit as standard. No guesswork.
Free Home Visit
We come to your new build, measure every room, and give a written quote with no obligation.
Common questions
New-Build Flooring FAQ
Free, no obligation
Get Your New-Build Upgrade Quote
Tell us about your home and we'll be in touch within 24 hours to arrange your free home visit. We'll bring samples, measure every room, and give you a detailed written quote — no pressure, no obligation.
Ready to upgrade your new build?
Free home visit · UFH-compatible spec · Fitted in 2 weeks · Warehouse prices