New-build snagging in Mold
- Fixed price
The short answer
Defect list before completion
- Price from
- £300.00
- Time on site
- 2 to 6 hours
What you get
You receive a detailed report outlining all identified 'snags' which can be presented to your builder for rectification.
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When do you need a New-build snagging?
You should book this as soon as the builders finish their work.
- Book before you move in if possible
- Request a pre-completion visit from your builder
- Use a pro within two years of moving
- Check early before minor issues get worse
- Get fixes done while builders are still onsite
- Ensure all work meets legal standards early
What happens on the day
The expert spends several hours checking every corner of your property.
- They use thermal cameras and moisture meters
- They check the roof and loft insulation
- Doors and windows get tested for gaps
- Sockets and plumbing are checked for leaks
- They spot messy paint or scratched glass
- You receive a photo report for your builder
How to prepare
- Confirm the build is fully finished
- Ask your builder for site access
- Check your warranty covers these repairs
- Find your floor plans for the pro
- Clear clutter from the loft hatch
- Ensure all utilities are turned on
- Collect your keys for the surveyor
- Charge your phone to take photos
How to improve your result
- Ask for a pre-completion inspection
- Share the report with the site manager
- Keep a diary of all repairs
- Re-check the work once it is fixed
- Use a specialist independent snagging company
- Do not pay for extras until snags are clear
Why it is useful day to day
Having a snagging list makes your daily life much easier and safer.
- You avoid DIY costs for builder mistakes
- Your home stays warmer with better insulation
- You prevent future damp or structural issues
- It makes selling the house easier later
- You get peace of mind about safety
- Your new home looks and feels perfect
Why we ask these questions
This survey answers if your home is actually finished properly.
- Does the home meet building safety rules
- Are there hidden leaks or cold spots
- Is the brickwork and drainage done right
- Are the kitchen and bathroom fitted correctly
- Is the house worth the price you paid
- Will the builder fix these issues now
Frequently asked questions
Often needed alongside
- Fixed price
Condition report (Level 1)
Light-touch survey for newer homes
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
Building control inspection
Plans check, inspections, completion certificate
- Fixed price
HomeBuyer survey (Level 2)
Standard survey for conventional homes
- Legal requirement
New-build energy assessment
SAP, predicted and on-construction EPC
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Full building survey (Level 3)
In-depth survey for older or altered homes
- Legal requirement
- Fixed price
Airtightness test
Building Regs air test
- Fixed price
Valuation
Market, probate or lending valuation
- Fixed price
Water absorption (WAC) test
Masonry water-absorption testing