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Here at Snagging Surveys, our experienced professionals can carry out thorough snagging services for all types of property.

What are Snagging Surveys?

A snagging list survey, sometimes know as a snagging survey, is a professional service designed to to check for any potential problems with a new build home.

Unlike a typical house survey, snagging surveys are much more in-depth and pick up everything from minor issues such as doors not closing or opening properly, to much more serious structural problems that need to be addressed.

When having to get a snagging survey carried out on your property, the most common issues and feedback you can expect to receive is usually plastering, tiling, skirting board, and external brickwork related.

Many developers will not allow snagging surveys or build inspections to be done before completion. It is important in this case that you book the survey as soon as possible.

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Why Are Snagging Surveys Important?

The Snagging Process is important as they provide a thorough report conducted to identify any issues or defects in your property or building.

This detailed inspection usually occurs after the construction of a new build house but before your homeowner’s scheduled completion date.

Surveying this stage helps the developer address and rectify any problems well ahead of your planned move-in date, ensuring a much smoother transition into your new home.

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Our Snagging Surveys Explained:

Here at Snagging Surveys, we are a leading provider of comprehensive surveying services.

We specialise in new build snagging surveys, commercial and snagging inspectors and surveys, pre-completion professional snagging company surveys, post-completion professional and snagging inspections, professional surveyors and surveys, and pre-completion professional snagging inspector surveys.

With our expertise and specialist knowledge in identifying defects, flaws, and incomplete work in construction projects, Snagging Surveys ensures that their clients receive a detailed and accurate assessment of their own property’s warranty period.

Our team of highly qualified and skilled surveyors has meticulously inspected thousands of properties including every aspect of new build property during the building pre-completion inspection, including structural elements, finishes, fixtures, and fittings.

Snagging Surveys helps clients make informed decisions, rectify any issues, and achieve the highest standards of quality and finish in their properties.

Types of Snagging Survey

Listed below are the most common form of Snagging Surveys, read below to find out a little bit more information about the more comprehensive snagging surveys that we have available:

New Build Snagging Survey

A professional or snagging report, inspector, or survey is specifically crafted to identify any issues, major faults, or other defects found in a snagging inspection of a newly constructed home.

The comprehensive nature of snagging surveys ensures that no defect, irrespective of its severity, goes unnoticed.

Commercial Snagging Survey

The commercial snagging inspection process, a widely used term in the construction and real estate sectors, refers to the examination undertaken on a freshly constructed commercial property to detect and rectify any flaws or deficiencies in the craftsmanship

Pre-Completion Snagging Survey

A Pre-Completion Snagging with building Surveyors happens before completing the property purchase, you enlist the services of a building surveyor or a chartered surveyor to thoroughly inspect the premises.

By doing so, you and the building surveyors can identify any significant defects or issues and engage in negotiations with the property developer, to address them before finalising the payment.

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Post-Completion Snagging Survey

A Post-Completion Snagging Survey happens when you are settled into your new property and had sufficient time to observe any subtle errors or deviations from the property developer’s promised specifications.

It is common to conduct this type of snagging surveyors within the first two years after purchasing the property, during the period when the developer’s full warranty period is still in effect.

Pre-Purchase Snagging Survey

A pre-purchase or snagging inspection report or survey provides home buyers with a comprehensive assessment of a property’s condition, highlighting any notable defects that warrant investigation or remediation within the limitations of the inspection.

These reports often prompt purchasers to seek further investigation from their legal advisor for certain matters.

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How Much Is a Snagging Survey?

Homeowners can expect to pay anywhere between £300 and £900 for a Snagging Survey.

What Influences The Cost?

The cost of a Snagging Survey can vary depending on many factors, listed below you will see the most common factors that influence snagging survey cost:

Benefits of Snagging Surveys

Listed below are some of the key benefits of Snagging Surveys:

Overall, a professional snagging inspector or many other snagging companies, inspectors, and surveyors provide a thorough evaluation of a property’s condition, offering peace of mind, cost savings, a new build property, and the opportunity to address any issues promptly.

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It is an essential step in ensuring that your property meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.

Areas of the Property we Assess

Here are all of the areas of the property sample report we assess when carrying out a Snagging report:

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Snagging Reports for Buyers

A snagging report for a property buyer is an essential tool in the due diligence process.

It empowers the buyer to make an informed decision, negotiate effectively, and plan for any necessary repairs or improvements, ensuring a smooth and satisfactory property purchase experience.

Snagging Reports for Sellers

A snagging report for a property seller serves as a valuable tool to ensure that the property is presented in the best possible condition, minimise negotiations during the sales process, and facilitate a smooth transaction for all parties involved.

Professional Snagging Surveyor Services

Here at Snagging Surveys, our state-of-the-art technology and expert team offer a comprehensive and meticulous assessment of your property, pinpointing any defects or issues that need immediate attention.

With professional snagging surveys from a snagging specialist, you can also save money, time, money, and stress by identifying potential problems early on, preventing costly reworks and delays.

We provide a comprehensive snagging checklist to ensure you have a clear roadmap for building work and addressing each snag efficiently, enabling you to deliver high-quality results that exceed client expectations. Trust Snagging Surveys to elevate your construction projects to new levels of excellence.

Snagging Safety Standards

Listed below are some of the Safety Requirements that snagging companies have to go through to become Certified Snagging Companies:

New Homes Quality Board (NHQB)

The New Homes Quality Board stands as an autonomous non-profit organisation created to formulate fresh ideas to supervise progression in the construction industry and provide free support to improve the level of customer-friendly service offered by property developers everywhere.

New Homes Quality Code (NHQC)

The New Home Quality Code aims to provide clear insight into the expected levels of service, easy-to-understand information regarding your new house purchase, and a detailed understanding of your consumer right both before and following your move into a new home.

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New Homes Ombudsman Service (NHOS)

The New Homes Ombudsman Service (NHOS) was established to assist customers in resolving concerns related to their new homes, particularly when the Registered Developer responsible for the property has been unresponsive or unwilling to address the issues.

The primary objective of the NHOS is to offer a free and impartial service to customers. It provides an independent assessment and adjudication of issues falling within the scope of the Ombudsman.

Royal Incorporation of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors is an internationally recognised professional body that is dedicated to setting and upholding standards for the assessment, management, and advancement of Real Estate and Property.

Residential Property Surveyors Association (RPSA)

The Residential Property Surveyors Association (RPSA) is the exclusive professional body in the United Kingdom that prioritises the welfare of independent residential property surveyors.

As a non-profit organisation, its primary objective is to advocate for and raise awareness about the services provided by independent surveyors.

The RPSA’s core purpose is to safeguard, provide free support, promote legal interest, and provide assistance and free support to its members while ensuring the delivery of exceptional service and quality to consumers.

Moreover, the association plays a crucial role in advancing the industry through its commitment to training and education initiatives.

FAQs

Listed below are some sample reports of the most Frequently Asked Questions regarding Snagging Surveys:

When Should I Get a Snagging Survey?

You should ensure you have a snagging survey completed no longer than two years after your relocation.

The perfect time though to conduct professional snagging inspectors or surveys is a prior legal completion date, finalising the contract with the developer, and during the transition into your new home.

However, it is common that developers may not permit professional snagging inspectors or surveys before the completion date.

In those scenarios, it is recommended to schedule a professional snagging survey as soon as possible following the completion date.

Is it worth having a snagging survey?

It’s commonly agreed upon that is is worth having a snagging survey carried out, particularly if you are moving into a new home.

We would always suggest ensuring a worry-free experience with your new build. newly built home, it is important to secure a 10-year warranty from homeowners and the house builder.

After having the warranty in place, there is no need for a home buyer’s survey. We would always suggest opting for a snagging home buyers’ survey before finalising the purchase of your next new build property.

Snagging inspections will surveys allow you to prevent any inconvenience when moving into a property that is riddled with numerous minor or major issues, that may require immediate action.

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How long should Snagging take?

A snagging survey will take approximately three hours to carry out for an average-sized apartment, this increases to around five hours for an average-sized house.

The length of time taken to carry out a snagging survey can also be impacted by specific characteristics of the property and any issues found by the surveyor.

What is the difference between a snag and a defect?

Legally, there is no clear distinction between a snag and a defect.

The term snag is usually used to describe more visible issues that are found in newly constructed properties, whereas a defect can include longer-term problems that may occur after the property has been occupied for some time.

It is important that in the first two years of owning your new property, you have a snagging survey carried out as the house builder’s actions will be covered under the defects insurance period.

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In conclusion, Snagging Surveys offers an invaluable service to construction professionals, providing detailed assessments of new build properties that highlight potential defects or issues early on new build properties.

With their commitment to excellence, cutting-edge technology, excellent service, and highly qualified and experienced team, Snagging Surveys ensures that clients can deliver exceptional results and exceed expectations in every construction project they undertake.

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Greater London

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