Posted 9 November 2021

Where to find a Snagging Clerk/Surveyor for New Build

I am close to exchange and complete on a new build. I want to get a new build snagging survey done just after I get the keys and before I bring in my furniture.

But I am unable to locate a new build snagging firm in my area.

I did locate a couple through Google, they seem to be national firms but they do operate in my area (Reading), but none of them have availability before the first week of December. And, my completion is probably within 10 days.

Is there any website or directory I can look-up for finding new build snagging clerks or surveyors?

The ones which come up at top on google might be the ones who have paid to be on top of search results.

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  2. shepademus's avatar
    I went do we a tiktok rabbit hole watching snagging videos - have a search on on there as I came across quite a few companies
  3. dipsylalapo's avatar
    shepademus09/11/2021 08:59

    I went do we a tiktok rabbit hole watching snagging videos - have a search …I went do we a tiktok rabbit hole watching snagging videos - have a search on on there as I came across quite a few companies


    Glad I'm not the only one. Fake weep vents
  4. jb37's avatar
    Have a look on Instagram I follow a guy called snag list pro he does some great videos and tips of what to look out for and would probably come to your area.
  5. kaku_lala's avatar
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    dipsylalapo09/11/2021 08:41

    My colleague who also bough a new build around the Reading area used …My colleague who also bough a new build around the Reading area used Homesnag and spoke highly of them.Out of curiosity who build your house? I know from experience there are certain builders that are known for poor finishing.


    Thanks!! Unfortunately homesnag are not available before December. The builder is Bloor.
  6. Towelie's avatar
    shepademus09/11/2021 08:59

    I went do we a tiktok rabbit hole watching snagging videos - have a search …I went do we a tiktok rabbit hole watching snagging videos - have a search on on there as I came across quite a few companies


    "... Absolutely shocking...."
  7. adam.mt's avatar
    For what it's worth... seems a little niche. Broaden your search to just look for surveyors in your area. Give them a call and subject to availability, sure one will take on the job. (edited)
  8. dipsylalapo's avatar
    My colleague who also bough a new build around the Reading area used Homesnag and spoke highly of them.

    Out of curiosity who build your house? I know from experience there are certain builders that are known for poor finishing.
  9. MondayMonday's avatar
    I’ve also used Homesnag and they were very helpful. A few of our neighbours ended up using them too and were also happy. We do live in a completely different part of the country, and our alternative options were more limited. It is a bit niche and local surveyors we spoke to weren’t keen on doing the job - so you may need to use a specialist.
  10. ccnp's avatar
    Do it yourself and on the snagging form, write clearly that you are a homeowner, not a qualified surveyor.

    A decent firm should come round after 6 months to repair the inevitable shrinkage that stems from modern rapid construction. You already signed a contract to purchase the house. You do not have to sign a further form limiting the builders liability. Just state very clearly you have been forced to sign the form and you are not qualified in any respect to judge their workmanship.

    Ask you solicitor if no sure (unless its the builders recommended solicitor in which case you deserve no sympathy from anyone about anything to do with buying it).
  11. dipsylalapo's avatar
    ccnp09/11/2021 09:04

    Do it yourself and on the snagging form, write clearly that you are a …Do it yourself and on the snagging form, write clearly that you are a homeowner, not a qualified surveyor.A decent firm should come round after 6 months to repair the inevitable shrinkage that stems from modern rapid construction. You already signed a contract to purchase the house. You do not have to sign a further form limiting the builders liability. Just state very clearly you have been forced to sign the form and you are not qualified in any respect to judge their workmanship. Ask you solicitor if no sure (unless its the builders recommended solicitor in which case you deserve no sympathy from anyone about anything to do with buying it).


    Is there a form that you need to sign with the snags? Most new builds come with a 2 years, we'll fix anything that's a snag that you find. Like OP, we had a snag survey done before we moved in because it's easier with no furniture. We took the site manager through the snags and agreed priorities and ignored some that we didn't want to fix.

    We never signed a thing. Also the challenge with doing it yourself, there are certain things that you wouldn't be able to spot without specialist equipment like heat loss.
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    dipsylalapo09/11/2021 09:17

    Is there a form that you need to sign with the snags? Most new builds come …Is there a form that you need to sign with the snags? Most new builds come with a 2 years, we'll fix anything that's a snag that you find. Like OP, we had a snag survey done before we moved in because it's easier with no furniture. We took the site manager through the snags and agreed priorities and ignored some that we didn't want to fix. We never signed a thing. Also the challenge with doing it yourself, there are certain things that you wouldn't be able to spot without specialist equipment like heat loss.


    Thanks for that. Times change. Interesting thought about 'heat loss'. I would not classify that as snagging.
  13. dipsylalapo's avatar
    ccnp09/11/2021 09:51

    Thanks for that. Times change. Interesting thought about 'heat loss'. I …Thanks for that. Times change. Interesting thought about 'heat loss'. I would not classify that as snagging.


    I think it is if cavities haven't been insulated properly or windows/doors fitted incorrectly.
  14. dipsylalapo's avatar
    kaku_lala09/11/2021 09:47

    Thanks!! Unfortunately homesnag are not available before December. The …Thanks!! Unfortunately homesnag are not available before December. The builder is Bloor.


    That's a shame. If you're on having a snagging survey done you can have it done after, it's just more of a challenge with furniture etc.
  15. srb_'s avatar
    I’m in the same position how were they was considering using them?
  16. deleted2402824's avatar
    Take tonnes of photos of everything and keep a log. (edited)
  17. shepademus's avatar
    Towelie09/11/2021 12:47

    "... Absolutely shocking...."


    Id actually be disappointed if he didn't find anything
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