Residential Surveys
Snagging Survey
A Snagging Survey (or Snagging List) is a specialist inspection designed specifically for new-build properties. Unlike a traditional structural survey, which looks for major age-related defects, a snagging survey identifies “snags” and defects —decorative spoils, functional failures, or breaches in building regulations left behind by the developer.
Why do I need a Snagging Survey?
When you buy a brand-new home, you expect perfection. However, modern volume housebuilding often involves tight deadlines and multiple subcontractors, which can lead to rushed finishes or overlooked details.
A professional snagging survey provides an independent, expert eye to catch issues that a homeowner might miss during a casual walk-through. It ensures that your NHBC (or equivalent) structural warranty is backed up by a developer who finishes the job to the required standard.
When do I do my snagging survey?
If the opportunity is presented before exchange of contracts or before you move in. This will allow the best inspection of the property as once there is belongings there may be areas that are covered up.
However, you have up to 2 years to complete a snagging survey after you purchase your new build home with your developer being responsible for fixing issues reported in this time period.
What’s Included in a Trad Mad Snagging Survey?
Not all snagging surveys are the same. At Trad Mod we go above what is the standard snagging survey standards. We provide extensive clear photographs for each section, risk ratings and brief comments for each section so you can quickly understand the report when reading with a conclusion of our findings. In addition we work with new construction as part of the quality management for many projects and have inside knowledge of what items to look for which may of happened during the build process!
Inspection of all elements of the property both inside and out. Including elements such as the roof, guttering, floors, walls (inside and out), windows, inspection chambers and more.
– An assessment of any moisture related issues including damp, mould and leaks.
– Any notable defective construction
– A jargon – free report
– An easy-to-read Traffic light system
– Communication from start to finish with your developers to help get snagging issues resolved in a timely manner, should you need it.
– A post report issue consultation
– The opportunity for a re-inspection (at an extra cost)
Wanting to talk about the report or have questions our team will be happy to help you understand any queries and worries you may have, giving you clarity and peace of mind when going through the home buying process.
Areas we cover for a Snagging Survey
Our snagging surveyors operate across Chesterfield, Sheffield, Mansfield, Derby, Rotherham, Nottingham, Stockport, Macclesfield, Peak District, High Peak, Derbyshire, South Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, Cheshire and surrounding areas.
Types of housing covered
We carry out our snagging surveys on across urban, suburban and rural areas for new build & converted houses, bungalows, flats and more.