While a new-build property should theoretically be delivered to an impeccably high standard, the reality is that defects, omissions, and poor workmanship remain unfortunately common across the construction industry. A New-Build Snagging Survey provides an independent, detailed inspection of your property, meticulously designed to identify these issues before you move in or during the early stages of ownership so that they can be rectified by the developer at minimal cost and inconvenience to you.
At CharterHouse Surveyors & Engineers, these comprehensive inspections are exclusively carried out by experienced Chartered Building Engineers and Building Surveyors who deeply understand both construction quality and technical building standards. Our primary aim is to ensure your new home meets the expected level of finish, regulatory compliance, and workmanship.
Because new homes can contain a wide range of hidden or cosmetic defects – from thermal and insulation deficiencies to poor plastering, incorrect fixture installations, and non-compliance with warranty standards – an early, professional evaluation is essential. We thoroughly assess all visible and accessible areas of the property, evaluating everything from roof coverings and external brickwork to internal finishes, plumbing, and loft spaces.
Following the inspection, clients receive a comprehensive, fully itemised snagging report supported by extensive photographic evidence. This detailed document is deliberately structured to be used directly with your developer or site manager, presenting clear descriptions of defects, practical guidance on remedial works, and a prioritised list of issues to effectively assist with swift developer resolution.
A New-Build Snagging Survey is an essential inspection carried out to identify any defects or incomplete works in a newly constructed property.
At CharterHouse Surveyors, we provide a thorough and independent assessment to ensure your new home meets the expected standards of quality and finish. From minor cosmetic issues to more significant concerns, our survey highlights anything that requires attention before you fully settle into your property.
Our experienced surveyors conduct a detailed review of the build, compiling a clear and comprehensive snagging report for you to present to your developer. This enables issues to be addressed promptly, often while your property is still under warranty. With our professional and meticulous approach, we help ensure your new home is delivered to the standard you expect giving you confidence and peace of mind from the outset.
- Primary Objective: offers an independent, detailed inspection of new-build homes to identify defects, omissions, and poor workmanship before occupation or during the initial defects liability period.
- Expert Execution: inspections are conducted exclusively by Chartered Building Engineers and Building Surveyors – never by trainees or outsourced third parties – ensuring a high standard of technical scrutiny and construction knowledge.
- Comprehensive Scope: covers all visible and accessible areas, including roof coverings, external envelopes, internal finishes, plumbing and heating systems, loft insulation, and external landscaping.
- Common Defects Identified: our surveyors actively look for a wide variety of issues, ranging from superficial cosmetic flaws and poor plastering to more severe thermal defects and non-compliance with building regulations.
- Optimal Timing: we highly recommend that you arrange the survey before legal completion (where permitted), immediately after moving in, or within the first 12 to 24 months before the new home warranty expires.
- Evidential Reporting: clients are provided with a fully itemised, photo-based snagging report that clearly references every single defect using high-quality photographic evidence.
- Actionable Resolution: final documentation includes a prioritised schedule of defects and practical guidance on remedial works, structured specifically for easy submission to developers or site managers to guarantee proper rectification.