Exterior & building envelope
Accessible walls, roofs where visible, rainwater goods, windows, doors, external finishes and associated details are considered for visible defects and incomplete work.
Independent new-build inspection
New Build Snagging Survey in South East London
An independent inspection of your new home for visible defects, incomplete work and workmanship issues, recorded clearly so you know what to raise with the developer.
RICS regulated practice Physical inspection Clear defect evidence
Independent snagging inspection
Inspect. Record. Raise.
- visible defects and incomplete work;
- workmanship and finish;
- photographic evidence where useful;
- clear items to raise with the developer.
A fresh pair of eyes
Your new home should still be inspected carefully
New construction can contain defects ranging from relatively minor finishing issues to matters that deserve prompt correction. A snagging inspection provides an independent review rather than relying only on the appearance of a newly finished property.
The inspection is visual and non-destructive. It records what can reasonably be observed at the time and does not replace specialist testing, commissioning records, statutory approvals or investigation of concealed construction.
What we look at
A systematic inspection of accessible parts of the new home
The exact inspection reflects the property, its construction and the access available on the day.
Interior & finishes
Walls, ceilings, floors, doors, joinery, decoration and other accessible finishes are checked for visible defects, damage and workmanship issues.
Kitchens & bathrooms
Accessible fittings, sanitary ware, sealants, doors, worktops and visible installations are considered for condition, operation and obvious installation issues.
Visible services & safety matters
Visible service installations and obvious concerns are noted where reasonably apparent. Specialist electrical, gas, heating and commissioning tests remain separate exercises.
What you receive
Clear evidence you can act on
Recorded defects
Observed snagging items are set out clearly rather than being left as an informal verbal list.
Photographic evidence
Photographs can support the identification and location of defects where they help explain the issue.
Significant concerns
Matters that appear more important than routine finishing snags can be highlighted for appropriate attention or further investigation.
Practical next steps
The report gives you an organised basis for raising observed defects with the developer, builder or other relevant party.
Snagging or Home Survey?
They answer different questions
A snagging inspection is specifically directed at a newly built home's visible defects, incomplete work and workmanship. It should not be confused with an RICS Level 2 or Level 3 Home Survey.
New Build Snagging
- new-build property;
- visible defects and workmanship;
- incomplete or damaged items;
- evidence to raise with the developer.
RICS Home Survey
- wider assessment of property condition;
- formal RICS Home Survey scope;
- Level 2 or Level 3 reporting;
- purchase advice appropriate to the property.
Common questions
New Build Snagging Surveys
What is a new-build snagging survey?
It is an independent visual inspection intended to identify visible defects, incomplete work and workmanship issues in a newly built home. The findings are recorded clearly so they can be raised with the developer or builder.
Is a snagging survey the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 Home Survey?
No. A snagging inspection is focused on defects and workmanship in a new-build property. RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys have different scopes and reporting formats and are generally used to assess the wider condition of a property for a purchaser.
When should I arrange the inspection?
The timing depends on the purchase and access arrangements. Where possible, an inspection before legal completion can allow defects to be identified early. It can also be useful soon after completion while matters can still be raised with the developer.
Do you test electrical, gas or other building services?
Visible installations and obvious concerns can be considered, but a snagging inspection is not a substitute for specialist commissioning, electrical testing, gas safety testing or other technical testing that requires appropriately qualified contractors.
Will every hidden defect be found?
No. The inspection is visual and non-destructive. Concealed construction, inaccessible areas and defects that are not apparent at the time of inspection cannot be confirmed without appropriate further investigation.
South East London
New-build snagging inspections across South East London
SurveyAll covers Greenwich, Lewisham, Bexley and Bromley, including Plumstead, Woolwich, Eltham, Blackheath and neighbouring areas.