Independent RICS Snagging Surveys for New Build Homes
What is a RICS New Build Snagging Survey?
Snagging vs Builder Warranties – What You Need to Know
Snagging vs Builder Warranties – What You Need to Know
New Build Snagging Surveys are professional inspections carried out on newly built properties to identify defects, omissions, or poor workmanship before or shortly after legal completion.
They focus on issues that developers or builders are responsible for addressing, helping ensure the property meets expected standards before warranties or defects periods expire.
Our inspections go beyond cosmetic snagging, considering workmanship quality, installation standards, and areas that may lead to future problems if left unaddressed.
Snagging vs Builder Warranties – What You Need to Know
Snagging vs Builder Warranties – What You Need to Know
Snagging vs Builder Warranties – What You Need to Know
Most new build properties are sold with an insurance-backed warranty, typically lasting ten years, though coverage and protection reduce over time.
These warranties are not a substitute for a snagging survey. They often focus on major structural issues rather than workmanship, finishes, or incomplete items.
We regularly encounter properties where reliance on warranties alone can result in unresolved defects, avoidable disputes, or missed opportunities to correct issues early.
Professional Consultants Certificates (PCC) & Snagging
Snagging vs Builder Warranties – What You Need to Know
Professional Consultants Certificates (PCC) & Snagging
Professional Consultants Certificates are commonly used where a full warranty is not in place, particularly on smaller developments or conversions.
They are primarily relied upon by mortgage lenders and confirm professional oversight of construction, but they are not equivalent to a warranty or snagging inspection.
A snagging survey remains essential to identify defects, quality issues, and incomplete works before legal completion or sign-off.