Snagging Survey
Independent inspections for new-build properties, helping you identify defects before you move in or your warranty expires.
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Snagging Survey
A Snagging Survey provides a detailed inspection of a new-build property, identifying defects, poor workmanship and unfinished areas.
It ensures issues are documented clearly, giving you the information needed to have them resolved by the developer before completion or within your warranty period.
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Why Choose Us?
Independent, residential building surveyors focused on quality over quantity. We carry out fewer inspections each week, allowing more time on site and greater attention to detail.
You’ll deal directly with your surveyor and receive clear, practical advice to fully understand the property before you commit.
What’s Included in a Level 2 Survey?
External Inspection
We inspect the external condition of the property, including the roof, walls, windows, doors, rainwater goods and visible drainage, identifying defects, damage and maintenance issues.
Internal Inspection
Internal areas are assessed for condition and defects, including walls, ceilings, floors, signs of damp, and any visible movement or cracking.
Roof Space
Where accessible, the roof space is inspected to assess the structure, insulation, ventilation and any signs of leaks or deterioration.
Services (Visual Only)
Heating, electrics and plumbing are visually inspected. Services are not tested, but any visible issues or concerns are highlighted.
Risks & Advice
We identify urgent defects, ongoing maintenance requirements and potential future risks, giving you clear, practical advice before you commit.
Key Features
Visual Inspection:
Visual inspection is a basic technique used to examine objects, systems, or processes using the human eye.
It involves looking carefully for defects, damage, or irregularities without using complex tools.
Structural Evaluation:
Structural Evaluation is the process of assessing the strength, stability, and safety of a structure.
It involves checking whether a structure can safely carry loads and identifying any damage, weakness, or risk of failure.
Leak Detection:
Leak Detection is the process of identifying unintended escape of liquids or gases from a system.
It involves checking pipes, tanks, or equipment to find and locate leaks to prevent loss, damage, or hazards.
Roofing Material Evaluation:
Roofing Material Evaluation is the process of assessing the condition, durability, and suitability of roofing materials.
It involves checking for damage, wear, weather resistance, and overall performance to ensure the roof provides proper protection.
What is included in a Level 2 Survey?
A Level 2 Survey provides a visual inspection of the property’s condition, focusing on the main elements that could affect its value or require attention.
The inspection covers the external elements, including the roof, walls, windows, doors and rainwater goods, identifying visible defects and maintenance issues.
Inside the property, we assess walls, ceilings and floors, looking for signs of damp, movement, cracking and general wear.
Where accessible, the roof space is inspected to review structure, insulation and ventilation, helping identify any signs of defects.
Services such as electrics, plumbing and heating are visually assessed only and not tested, but any visible concerns are highlighted.
The report clearly outlines defects, risks and recommended actions, so you understand what needs attention now and in the future.
What you’ll learn from your Level 2 Survey
You’ll gain a clear understanding of the property’s overall condition, helping you make an informed decision before proceeding.
The report highlights significant defects and potential risks, so you are aware of any issues that may affect the property or require further attention.
You’ll receive clear, practical advice on repairs and maintenance, so you know exactly what action is needed.
Issues are prioritised, showing what is urgent, what requires attention, and what is ongoing maintenance, so nothing is left unclear.
Where needed, we identify areas that may require further investigation or specialist input, ensuring nothing important is missed.
This gives you the clarity and confidence to move forward with the purchase, fully informed.
What’s Included in Snagging Survey
A detailed inspection of your new-build property to identify defects, incomplete work and areas that require attention.
What’s Included
A Snagging Survey provides a comprehensive visual inspection of a new-build property, identifying defects, incomplete finishes and poor workmanship.
It covers internal areas, external elements, fixtures and fittings, ensuring issues are clearly recorded.
All findings are documented in a structured report, making it easy to raise items with your developer.
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Everything you need to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions and if you still have questions, you can email us or give us a call
A snagging survey can be carried out either before or shortly after completion. In many cases, carrying it out before completion allows issues to be identified early, giving the developer the opportunity to address them prior to handover.
Common issues include poor finishes, cracks, misaligned fittings and incomplete work. All defects are clearly listed for the developer to address.
Most snagging inspections take a few hours on site, depending on the size of the property. Larger homes may take longer.
New builds typically come with a 2-year developer warranty period, where defects should be corrected. A snagging survey helps ensure nothing is missed.
Costs vary depending on the size and type of the property. We provide clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees.
Yes, a follow-up call is included to talk through the findings and answer any questions. We make sure you fully understand the report before moving forward.
We cover South Wales and surrounding areas. If you’re unsure, just get in touch and we’ll confirm.
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