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What We Inspect In a New Build Property

Snag Lists And Surveys is a Professional Snagging Company. We take time to look at all parts of the property that can be visually accessed. These include things such as untidy finish, cosmetic issues, plumbing (leaks), electrical (faults & compliance) and external finishing. We also help ensure your property is compliant with technical standards and building regulations.

Plastering & drylining 

  • Wall Levels Within Tolerances

  • Plaster-boarding & Joints

  • Large Cracks & Overuse of Fillers

  • Smoothness & Fine Finish

  • Wall Levels Within Tolerances

  • Plaster-boarding & Joints

  • Large Cracks & Overuse of Fillers

  • Smoothness & Fine Finish

Electrical System

  • Correct Circuit Protection Devices

  • Correct Earthing Arrangements

  • Socket Polarity Check

  • Zoning Compliance Checks

Painting & Decorating

  • Drips, Runs & Brush Marks

  • Missing & Thin Painted Areas

  • Overpainting Switches/Brassware

  • General Poor Craftsmanship

Bathrooms & Kitchens

  • Worktops & Surfaces Inspected

  • Brown/ White Goods Inspected

  • Cupboard & Door Alignment

  • Sanitaryware, Shower & Screens

Floor Covering

  • Vinyl Floor Damage & Fitment

  • Carpet Stains, Damage & Fitment

  • Wood/Laminate Marks & Fitment

  • Floor Tiles Damage & Fitment

External Works

  • Bricks, Mortar & Masonry Checked

  • Application of Sealants Checked

  • Brick Perpend Verticals for Square

  • Stone Sills Checked For Damage

Driveways & Gardens

  • Drainage & Water Run-off

  • Manhole Location

  • Damp Course Position/Breach

  • Drive Way, Paths & Patio Surfaces

Heating & Plumbing

  • Boiler Flue Inspection

  • Radiators & Heating Pipework

  • Hot/Cold/Mains Pipework

  • Bath & Shower Room Installation

Windows & Doors

  • Scratched Glass & Faulty Seals

  • Misaligned Window & Doors

  • Fire Escape Window Suitability

  • Window Trickle Vent Effectiveness

Lofts & Insulation

  • Roof Trusses Suitability & Fixing

  • Required Insulation Levels

  • Eaves Ventilation Checked

  • Party/Gable End Walls Checked

Fans & Ventilation

  • Cooker Extractor Flow Rates

  • All Bathroom Extractor Flow Rates

  • All Bathroom Overrun Times

  • Correct External Extraction

Carpentry & Stairs

  • Skirting/Architrave Joinery

  • Hinge & Handle Fitment Check

  • Handrail, Newel & Baluster

  • Tread & Riser Conformity

Level Tolerance

  • Wall/Ceiling/Floor Levels Checked

  • Wall & Floor Tile Levels Checked

  • Window & Door Levels Checked

  • Not Square to Eye Levels Checked

Fire Safety Compliance

  • Smoke & CO2 Monitor Suitability

  • Fire Door Compliance

  • Correct Room Compartmentation

  • Application of Fire Stopping

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