What is snagging?
When you buy a newly built property, you have the chance to ‘snag’ it before moving in. Snags are things that aren’t quite right – uneven or chipped surfaces, fixtures not properly attached, for example. Snagging is looking for things that perhaps aren’t as perfect as they should be. Then you ask your builder to put them right before you move in. But do you know what you’re looking for?
Why do I need snagging?
Anyone purchasing a newly built property should ensure that it undergoes a snagging survey. It's common for issues to be missed or overlooked in new builds, and your new home should be flawless from the moment you move in. You can either conduct the snagging yourself or hire us as your professional snagger. With years of experience in the construction industry, we know exactly what new builds should look like and, unfortunately, how far they often fall short.
Snagging new builds isn't just beneficial for homeowners—landlords with newly built properties should also get a snagging survey to ensure their investment is in prime condition for tenants. We frequently collaborate with estate agents selling new builds, giving them the ability to assure buyers that everything is in perfect condition. Similarly, property developers can arrange a pre-completion inspection and snagging list with us before placing their properties on the market.
Ultimately, anyone involved in the sale or purchase of a new build needs snagging. This includes working with an independent snagging company like us, ensuring everything is covered from potential creaky floorboards to any other defects.
But what is snagging, exactly? The snagging meaning refers to the identification of any issues or defects in a new build property. Our team of snagging surveyors is thorough in their assessments, and if you’re buying a property in the capital, we even offer a snagging survey London service. New homes quality board guidelines are followed, and we ensure every snagging survey is as detailed as possible. Additionally, we offer a Level 2 survey and Home Buyers survey to help address any further concerns regarding your new property.
Snagging is crucial whether you're a buyer, seller, landlord, or agent, and having a new build inspection done is an essential part of the process. Ensure your property meets the highest standards by including a snag list as part of the purchase process. Get peace of mind by letting a building surveyor or homebuyers surveyor from our team make sure your home is perfect before moving in!