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What Will be Inspected During the New Build Snagging Survey?

General Checks

Light Bulb

Present and functioning. Lamps and switches should be flush, securely fixed, clean, and level, unless specified differently.

Sockets

Level and flush with the wall, and all sockets inspect using a plug tester.

Wiring

Neat and secure if visible.

Consumer Unit

In level, neat, and labeled with blanks in place and no visible gaps.

Extractors

When the light is turned on, check that it is also turned on at the spur.
Grills are flush and secure.

Taps

Operating, leak-free, correctly install, secure, and hot/cold operating in the proper order.

Heating

Operating and free of unnecessary noise

Boiler

Working, casing without damage, pipes clean and hidden, no unusual noise, flue sealed and marked with signature confirmation of proper installation.

Radiators

Operational, undamaged, level, finished decorations behind them, & leak-free.

Hot & Cold Water Tank

No leaks, the installer-signed label, and it is operational.

Smoke, Heat & CO2 Detectors

Not leaked , installer signed label, working.

Entry Phone

Present where needed, power light on, check operation.

Door Bell

Present where specified, check operation.

Security Alarm

Present where need, check operation.

Appliances

Stove / Oven

Inspect operations. Isolated switches are marked where applicable.

Fridge / Freezer

Isolated switches are properly labeled. Verify the operation.

Dishwasher

Check drains properly. Isolated switches are properly labeled.

Washing Machine

Check drains properly. Isolated switches are properly labeled.

Lofts & Insulation

Cables & Wires

Securely installed

Insulation

Laid evenly all around

Ducting

No excessive loops or folds.
Runs are complete and secured at both ends.

Felt

Even & damage free.
Blended and fastened at junctions and valleys.

Hatch

In good working order and securely fixed.

Ladder

Ensure good fit and stability.

Timber

Securely fixed and evenly spaced.
Free of cracks, twisting, and distortion, with clear bracing and strapping in place.

Walls & Ceiling

Plastering & Dry Lining

A few tiny imperfections and textural variances may exist, particularly around lighting and other fittings.
Joints are not visible, uniform, free of shrinkage, popped screws, flaws, and visible flat and plumb.
Ensure joint tape is thoroughly coated.

Finishes

Uniformed painted, without paint blemishes.
Paint blemishes are not visible on sockets & switches.

Sanitary Ware

Baths

Ensure all fittings are secured, pipes are hidden, and there is no visible damage.
Check for regular operation, appropriate water flow, and the availability of hot and cold water.
No odd noises have been noticed.
Aligned and level/plumb.
Wet connections should be accessible by design, with complete seals and a consistent, compact finish. All moist joints are free of leakage.
Clean the over-bath shower screens and fasten them with a tidy silicone sealant.
Bath filled to the brim, free of movement and odd sounds.
Drainage is effective and free of gurgling or backing up.
Fittings are free of noticeable, scratches, and chips.
The plugs and chains work properly.

Shower Trays

Clean and securely fix screens using silicone sealant.
Effective drainage without gurgling or backing up.
Fittings are free of visible abrasions, scratches, and chips.

Cubicles & Wet Rooms

Clean and securely fix screens using silicone sealant.
Effective drainage without gurgling or backing up.
Fittings are free of visible abrasions, scratches, and chips.

Toilet & Seats

Securely fixed, with pipes hidden and no evident damage.
Alignment, level, and plumb are all clearly visible.
Clean seals/sealant in place.
Fittings are free of noticeable, scratches, and chips.
Proper fitting toilet seat with a functional soft shut.

Towel Rail

Wet joints, when accessible by design, with complete seals, a consistent, compact, neat and tidy finish, and no evident damage. All moist joints are free of leakage.
Securely fixed and free of visible, scratches, and chips.
Visually aligned, level, and square.
The decorations are finished behind.

Basin

Ensure all fittings are properly fastened, pipes are hidden, and there is no visible damage.
Check for regular operation, appropriate water flow, and the availability of hot and cold water.
No odd noises were detected.
Aligned and level/plumb.
Wet connections should be accessible by design, with complete seals and a consistent, compact finish. All moist joints are free from leakage.
Shower screens over the bath should be cleaned and properly fastened with a tidy silicone sealant.
Bath filled to the overflowing, free of movement and odd sounds.
Drainage is effective and free of grumbling or backing up.
Fittings are free of noticeable, scratches, and chips.
The plugs and chains work properly.

Taps & Controls

Ensure all fittings are properly mounted, pipes are hidden, and there is no visible damage.
Checked for proper operation, including water flow and hot/cold availability.
Pay attention of any pipe noises.
Visually aligned.
Wet connections should have complete seals, a consistent finish, and be accessible by design. All moist joints are free of leakage.
Securely mounted, with clean seals in place.
Fittings without visible abrasions, scratches, or chips.
The plugs and chains work properly.

Pedestals

Properly fixed, with hidden pipes and without any visible damage.
Visually positioned level, and plumb.
Clean seals/sealant in place.
Fittings have none of noticeable, scratches, and chips.

Shaving Points

Securely fixed with no visible scratches, or chips.
Aligned, level, and straight.
Proper sealing and sealant placement.
Confirmation of electricity supply.

Floors, Windows and Doors

Floor

The ground is properly level and free of excessive noise or creaks.
Patterns and joints are generally square to the walls.
Tiled/timber/laminate finishes are square to walls with consistent spacing.
Carpets should be free of issues, fault lines, ripples, lumps, and bumps, and neatly fitted, with door threshold bars inserted as needed.

Windows

Handles, stays, and catches are operational and fitted correctly.
Opens and closes without cluttering.
Undamaged, with a consistent, even finish.
No prominent or bunched bubbles, particles, blisters, or other optical flaws.
Shows a square with even heads and sills.
Frames are undistorted and plumb.
An appropriate seal around the perimeter.
Keys are available.

Doors

Locks, handles, door furniture, and catches are all working, undamaged, and fitted correctly.
Opens and closes without fouling.
Undamaged, with a consistent, even finish.
Reveals square with even heads and sills.Frames are undistorted and plumb.
A suitable seal around the perimeter.
Draft excluders were installed where needed, and keys are present.

Glazing and Tiles

Glazing

No Visible bubbles, blisters, hairlines, blobs, small scratches, and particles.
If in a critical area, such as a low level or near doors, place a safety glazing mark.

Tiles

Complete with no breaks or scratches.
Joints are uniform, straight, and in alignment.
Joints and patterns should be square to walls, floors, and ceilings.
Maintain clean grouting and consistent mastic sealing in moist areas.

Fitted Joinery

Cupboards

Ensures safe, visually aligned, and level installation with uniform gaps for floor covering.
Opens and closes without fouling.
Locks, handles, door furniture, and catches are all working, undamaged, and fitted properly.
Matching finish, free of visible scratches.
Shelves (where applicable) are fitted.

Plinths

Properly fixed, aesthetically aligned, and level, with consistent spacing.
The finish is matching and free of visible scratches.
Illuminations are effective where applicable.

Kitchen Fittings

Properly mounted, visually aligned, and level, with uniform gaps allowing for floor covering where appropriate.
Opens and closes without fouling.
Locks, handles, door furniture, and catches are all working, undamaged, and fitted squarely.
The finish is matching and free of visible abrasions and scratches.
Shelves (if applicable) installed, safe, and operational where required.
Drawer dividers/liners (where applicable) are installed and secure.
Illuminations are effective where applicable.
Locks, handles, door furniture, and catches are all working, undamaged, and fitted properly.
Opens and closes without fouling.
Undamaged, with a consistent, even finish. Shows a square with even heads and sills.
Frames are undistorted and plumb. A suitable seal around the perimeter.
Draft excluders were installed where needed, and keys are present.

Drawers

Properly fix, optically align, and level, with consistent spacing.
Open/close without fouling and self-close.
Locks, handles, and drawer furniture are all working, undamaged, and fitted properly.
The finish is matching and free of visible abrasions and scratches.
Dividers/liners (where applicable) are installed and fastened.

Wardrobes

All handles, stays, and catches are working and properly fitted.
Opens and closes without fouling.
Finished evenly and without harm.
No visible bubbles, particles, blisters, or other optical imperfections.
Shows a square with even heads and sills.
Properly aligned frames.
Proper seal around the perimeter.
Keys are present.

Joinery

Skirting

The finish is uniform, with a maximum 5mm gap to the floors.
Joints offer a continuous surface that allows for normal shrinking.

Stairs

Strings must have a uniform fit and finish, free of extensions. Quadrants (if installed) are reliably functioning and constant.
Treads and risers should be even, properly attached, without excessive movement or creaking, and free from nails.
Newels and handrails must have a minimum distance of 25mm between them and the wall, be secure and plumb, and have a smooth surface with no odd extension.

Property Exterior

Walls

Bricks are consistent batch.
Brickwork is clear of salt deposits.
Brickwork is clean, free from major chips and mortar splashes.
Mortar joints are evenly sized and colour of joints are consistent.
Weep vents fitted and secured.
DPC is two courses above ground level.
Windows and doors frame are in level and sealed properly.

Pipes / Drainage

Down pipes are plumb, secured and no visible damage.
Any visible leaks or blockage.
All pipework exiting the building are sealed.

Driveways and Pathways

Pavings are in level, cleaned and no visible cracks.
Driveway allows for water to run off.
Drain gulleys and channels are clear of debris and connected to drainage.
Inspection chambers are fitted correctly, secured and clean.

Garden

Free of debris, stones and builders rubbish.
Topsoil spread and levelled.
Turf is laid, well prepared and surface is levelled.
Grass is alive and without dead patches.
Fence panels are straight, secured and with no visible damage.

Roof

Slates are not chipped or damaged.
Roof is ventilated correctly.
Ridge tilings are level and straight.
Lead flashings are neatly trimmed, clean and pointed.
Fascia and soffits are fitted properly, clean and without any visible damage.
Roof windows are installed correctly with correct

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