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Snagging Survey
Snagging Survey Company for New Build Snagging Inspection
Why Snag My New Home For You New Build Inspections?
We pride ourselves on being the go-to choice for snagging surveys in the UK. Here’s why:
- Flat Fee Pricing: Unlike competitors, we offer a single rate that covers both pre- and post-completion inspections, with no hidden extras.
- Experienced Inspectors: Our team consists of qualified professionals snaggers with extensive knowledge of construction standards and common pitfalls.
- Fast Turnaround Times: Receive your detailed snagging report within 24 hours, complete with photographic evidence and recommendations.
- Wide Service Area: From London to the Midlands and beyond, we cover a large geographic area, ensuring you can benefit from our expertise no matter where you are.
- Free Online Booking System:Instant and easy online booking system without any extra or hidden charges.
- Detailed Reporting: In-depth report with defects’ pictures and written explanation of each snag.
A normal human can find upto 30 snags with having proper knowlegde of snagging inspection. A Professional Snagging Company can find upto 200+ items during our snagging surveys. Book us today and we will provide you with a comprehensive snag report in 24 hours. Our expert snagging eye for detail will give you confidence and peace of mind with your new build property.
Our skilled and experienced snagging inspectors deliver a comprehensive, easy-to-understand snagging report, complete with clear annotations and snag list. This report can be handed over to your developer to address the identified issues. As a leading professional snagging company, we’ve inspected thousands of new homes across England, Wales and Midlands, so you can trust that you’re in expert hands.
Download Our Snagging Inspection Sample Report
Like other companies, we don’t request your personal details. Feel free to see and download our snagging survey sample report!
What’s included In Our Snagging Survey?
Detailed Snagging Services: Ensuring Every Corner of Your Home is Perfect
Our snagging survey goes beyond surface-level checks to ensure your new build meets the highest quality standards. We examine every detail of your property, covering a wide range of critical areas:
Interior Finishes and Installations
- Joinery and Woodwork: Inspect doors, skirting boards, and stairs for precision and finish quality.
- Plastering and Paintwork: Check for cracks, uneven surfaces, or paint imperfections.
- Sealants and Mastics: Verify proper sealing around edges, joints, and corners to prevent future leaks.
- Ceramics and Sanitaryware: Examine tiles, sinks, and toilet fittings for secure installation and functionality.
Plumbing, Heating, and Electrical Systems
- Plumbing Systems: Ensure pipes, hot water systems, and showers function without leaks.
- Heating Systems: Check radiators and boilers for safety and proper operation.
- Electrical Systems: Inspect outlets, switches, lights, and consumer units for compliance and safety.
Kitchen and Appliances
- Installation Checks: Evaluate cabinets, worktops, and fixtures for sturdiness and alignment.
- Appliances: Verify connections and performance of integrated appliances.
Windows, Doors, and Security Features
- uPVC Windows and Doors: Inspect glazing, locks, and seals for proper installation and ease of use.
- Security Features: Ensure locks, extraction fans, and related elements meet modern safety standards.
External Property Features
- Brickwork and Masonry: Check for structural integrity, mortar quality, and finishes.
- Driveways and Landscaping: Assess access paths, driveways, and soft landscaping for proper grading and durability.
- Roofing and Guttering: Examine tiles, fascia, soffits, and rainwater systems to ensure long-term durability.
Boundaries and Outbuildings
- Walls and Fencing: Verify installation quality and alignment.
- Garages and Porches: Inspect brickwork, doors, and concrete slabs for stability.
Advanced Inspection Tools (Optional Extras)
- Thermal Image Analysis: Identify hidden insulation gaps, cold spots, and potential energy inefficiencies.
What is a Snagging Survey?
A snagging survey is an expert-led inspection designed to pinpoint flaws or imperfections in new build properties. These can range from minor cosmetic issues, like uneven paint finishes, to critical structural defects affecting the building’s safety. With construction deadlines often rushed, builders can overlook essential quality checks. Snagging surveys protect homeowners by identifying these oversights before they move in, allowing them to demand timely corrections. It’s the homeowner’s safeguard to ensure their investment truly reflects the premium price they paid.
Why Do I Need Snaggigng Survey?
A snagging survey is crucial for new home buyers to identify and address defects or issues before moving in. Builders often rush to complete new builds, leaving minor cosmetic and structural problems unnoticed, which can be costly to repair later. A professional snagging survey helps uncover these flaws, from plastering and joinery issues to plumbing and electrical concerns, ensuring your home meets quality and safety standards. This proactive step not only saves you money but also provides peace of mind, allowing you to enjoy your new property without unexpected surprises.
For more detailed information, visit What We Inspect in new build snagging.
Why Are Snagging Surveys Important?
Buying a new build home often comes with high expectations, but statistics show that up to 90% of new properties have some form of defect. Many issues, such as plumbing leaks, structural weaknesses, or poor-quality finishes, can remain hidden during initial viewings. Over time, these problems can lead to substantial repair costs, reduced property value, and stress. Snagging surveys act as your defense, ensuring your home is delivered as promised. With this proactive step, you can hold builders accountable, saving you money and worry.
What is the difference between pre and post completion snagging inspection?
Pre-completion and Post-completion snagging inspections are both types of inspections that can be performed on a new home, but they differ in when they can take place and how thorough they are:
Pre-completion inspection
Also known as a PCI snagging inspection, this inspection takes place before the buyer takes possession of the property, usually before exchanging the contracts or complete the property purchase. It’s an entry-level assessment that meets New Homes Quality Board (NHQB) requirements and uses a standard checklist provided by the NHQB. The purpose of a pre-completion inspection is to find visual and minor issues, or “snags”, before the buyer completes the purchase and get the property keys.
Post-completion inspection
This inspection takes place after the buyer has completed the purchase and got the property keys. It is a more thorough inspection that is not limited by the pre-completion checklist, and it may include breach of building regulations, use of advanced equipments like thermal camera etc. The purpose of a post-completion inspection is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the home’s overall condition.
Snag My New Home is the only company in the UK offering pre and post completion snagging inspections for ONE flat fee, for your complete peace of mind that you’ve got your property in the condition which should be expected from a brand-new home. How do we do it? We will visit your property once and do a thorough inspection to find all the issues/snags regardless of these issues falling in pre or post completion inspection category. Once you receive the report, handover to your developer and let them decide, which snags they would like to fix before the completion and which ones after the completed purchase.
Media Reports Highlighting the Importance of Snagging Surveys
BBC News
“Watchdog raises concerns over the quality of new homes.“
Homeowners across the UK have raised alarm about unfinished or poorly completed new properties, prompting watchdogs to call for stricter quality controls. A professional snagging inspection can help address these concerns early.
The Guardian
“I feel sick’: couple say new-build home turned into disaster.”
Real-life horror stories about expensive repairs and legal battles emphasize the need for snagging inspections to ensure builders meet their contractual obligations.
Financial Times
“Homeowners need greater protection from poor quality housing.“
This warning follows research which found that 32 per cent of people described new build housing as “poor-quality” while 55 per cent said they felt older homes were of better quality than new build properties..
BBC Rip Off Britain
“Consider Hire a professional snagger to inspect your home.“
The news highlights common construction pitfalls and underscores the value of a professional snagging survey to spot issues overlooked during the build process.
Why use the professional snagging company Like Snag My New Home?
Hiring a professional snagging company ensures a thorough and unbiased inspection of your new property, safeguarding you from costly future repairs. Builders may overlook minor defects, leaving you with issues that can affect both safety and value. Professional snaggers have the expertise and the right tools—such as thermal imaging and drones—to identify hidden defects in hard-to-reach areas. They also provide detailed reports that help you hold your builder accountable for repairs. With a professional snagging service, you can rest easy knowing your new home is truly move-in ready.
A professional snagging company brings peace of mind, expert knowledge, and protection for your property investment.
Is a Snagging Survey Worth It?
Yes, a snagging survey is definitely worth the investment, especially when purchasing a newly built home. Even though new builds may seem perfect, they often have hidden issues such as poor finishes, structural defects, or faulty systems that could lead to expensive repairs in the future. A snagging survey helps you identify these problems early, so you can address them with the builder before moving in. This proactive step not only ensures your home is safe and built to standard, but it can also save you money on future repairs.
By catching issues early, you are essentially protecting your investment and ensuring that your new home is truly ready for occupancy, both aesthetically and functionally.
Book Your Snagging Survey Today
Why risk moving into a home riddled with hidden issues? Our expert snagging services ensure your new build meets the quality standards you deserve. Contact us now to protect your investment and secure your peace of mind:
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Snagging Survey Prices For New Build Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartment
£350
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
2 Bedroom Apartment
£375
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
3 Bedroom Apartment
£399
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
Snagging Survey Prices For New Build Houses
1 Bedroom House
£399
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
2 Bedroom House
£425
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
3 Bedroom House
£450
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
4 Bedroom House
£475
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
5 Bedroom House
£525
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
6 Bedroom House
£550
- Thermal Scan Included
- VAT Included
- Report next day latest 10 pm
- Inspection duration 2 to 4 hours
- Detailed PDF report with pictures and written explanation
FAQs
While homeowners can conduct their own snagging checks, our professional snaggers are far more likely to detect hidden defects and potential issues that may go unnoticed. Many problems aren’t visible to the naked eye and require specialized equipment, like thermal imaging cameras, to identify. Your home is likely the biggest investment you’ll ever make, and our professional surveyors offer you peace of mind, ensuring every part of your new home meets the standards you’ve paid for and will continue to perform for years to come.
Pre-completion and Post-completion snagging inspections are both types of inspections that can be performed on a new home, but they differ in when they can take place and how thorough they are:
Pre-completion inspection
Also known as a PCI snagging inspection, this inspection takes place before the buyer takes possession of the property, usually before exchanging the contracts or complete the property purchase. It’s an entry-level assessment that meets New Homes Quality Board (NHQB) requirements and uses a standard checklist provided by the NHQB. The purpose of a pre-completion inspection is to find visual and minor issues, or “snags”, before the buyer completes the purchase and get the property keys.
Post-completion inspection
This inspection takes place after the buyer has completed the purchase and got the property keys. It is a more thorough inspection that is not limited by the pre-completion checklist, and it may include breach of building regulations, use of advanced equipments like thermal camera etc. The purpose of a post-completion inspection is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the home’s overall condition.
Snag My New Home is the only company in the UK offering pre and post completion snagging inspections for ONE flat fee, for your complete peace of mind that you’ve got your property in the condition which should be expected from a brand-new home. How do we do it? We will visit your property once and do a thorough inspection to find all the issues/snags regardless of these issues falling in pre or post completion inspection category. Once you receive the report, handover to your developer and let them decide, which snags they would like to fix before the completion and which ones after the completed purchase.
Yes! Please call our dedicated team during our working hours on 0203 092 9597 and our member of staff will book it for you. They will be happy to assist if you have any concern or question regarding our new home snagging inspection service.
Owners of new-build properties can take advantage of our snagging inspection services in the following regions throughout the England.
East England, South East England & London
If you are looking to book an inspection in this region, then on our booking page please select “East England, South East England & London”.
South West
If you are looking to book an inspection in this region, then on our booking page please select “South West”.
East/West Midlands & Wales Area
If you are looking to book an inspection in this region, then on our booking page please select “East/West Midlands & Wales Area”.
For more details please visit: https://snagmynewhome.co.uk/areas-we-covered/
Ideally, we advice that the best time for inspection is when a new build is ready to move into or asap after you’ve moved in. Please note, that your developer is obliged to fix the issues, faults, snags up to 2 years after completion, so there are home owners who book us before the end of 2 years period too.
Yes you can, book online instantly through our website. Once booked you will receive a confirmation email & a text message.
Please visit: https://snagmynewhome.co.uk/bookings/
Professional Snagging Survey Company for New Build Snagging Inspection
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With over a decade of unwavering commitment to perfection, we stand as proud leaders in the realm of new home snagging inspection surveys.
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