Snagging is a term that refers to the process of checking a new build property for any minor faults that may need rectifying. With an increasing level of pressure on developers and builders to build homes quickly, new builds frequently suffer from issues or unfinished work which the new owner is left to deal with. A snagging survey is instructed to ensure this does not happen, inspecting internal and external areas of your new build property to identify any major or minor defects.
When purchasing a home it's always helpful to instruct these types of surveys prior to moving in as it provides you with time to discuss and negotiate with the builders or developers. If this is not possible generally snagging surveys can be completed within 2 years of your warranty date. We would always advise however that you with check this term with your specific developer - as timescales can differ.
Southdown Surveyors are a multi-disciplined surveying practice in Sussex. Our team of RICS accredited Chartered Surveyors and Building Consultants serve residents and businesses across Crawley and East and West Sussex.
One of our many property related services is our snagging inspections. Delivered by our vastly experienced Building Surveyors, our snagging surveys inspect new build properties to highlight any potential defects. From minor defects like leaking taps all the way to significant issues like subsidence - our comprehensive survey identifies both minor and major faults.
Within 5 days of the inspection, your dedicated Building Surveyor will produce a detailed snagging report. Your snagging report will detail specific technical information on the construction of your property. If desired we can pass on a copy of the report to your property developer or builder. Your Building Surveyor will be on-hand following receipt of the report to discuss any aspects you require further information on.
To make an appointment for your new build inspection please contact our team using the form at the top of this page or by calling our offices on 01323 739183. We will take some information and provide you with a FREE quote during our initial conversation.
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My wife and I used Southdown Surveyors during a recent potential house purchase. We had agreed a price on an older, character property and felt it best to fully assess the area and the property. We are both mightily pleased we engaged Southdown’s help as they flagged up some very serious, unseen defects in the property. As inexperienced first time buyers we would have been left having bought a seriously defective property with largely no sell on value and a huge bill simply to make habitable.
Southdown Surveyors were extremely professional, diligent and very helpful. They provide a thoroughly detailed breakdown of the property they survey, from little things like nearby trees that might invalidate house insurance to highly detailed information on the structure and wellbeing of the property.
I think in some cases there might be a tendency on the house buyer’s end to avoid engaging a full survey but with what we have experienced I would strongly advise anyone looking to buy a property to engage a thorough, proper survey. The outlay in doing so is relatively minimal and when you are making such a large financial, and life investment, having professionals on your side, and ones who will help you as Southdown Surveyors did for us, is absolutely invaluable.
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