Example SnagClear Report
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Room-by-room guidance covering decoration, joinery, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, windows and more.
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What to check outside your home, including brickwork, render, roofing, drainage, paving and landscaping.
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A practical inspection checklist covering every area of a typical new-build home.
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See how defects can be clearly recorded, organised and presented using a professional-style snagging report.
Free New Build Homeowner Pack
Practical guides, checklists and planning tools designed to help you get the most from your new build home.
Includes:
- ✓ 30 Most Common Snags Guide
- ✓ New Build Maintenance Planner
- ✓ Defects Period Timeline Calendar
- ✓ Printable Inspection Checklist
- ✓ Additional homeowner resources and updates
Whether you're preparing for completion, carrying out a snag inspection or approaching the end of your developer defects period, the Homeowner Pack is designed to help you stay organised and informed.
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Join the UK homeowners already using SnagClear resources to stay organised throughout the defects period.
Common Snagging Questions
What is snagging?
A snag is a defect, fault or finish issue identified in a new-build property. Snagging is the process of inspecting your home, recording any issues and reporting them to the developer so they can be addressed.
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Examples include poor paint finishes, damaged brickwork, uneven sealant, sticking doors, cracked plaster and missing insulation.
When is the best time to inspect a new-build home?
Ideally at multiple stages:
• Before completion (if your developer permits access)
• Shortly after moving in
• Before your 2-year developer defects period expires
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Many homeowners use SnagClear to record issues throughout all three stages, ensuring nothing is forgotten.
Do I need a professional snagging inspection?
A professional snagging inspection can identify issues that homeowners may not spot and may provide additional technical commentary.
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However, many homeowners also carry out their own inspections, use SnagClear alongside a professional report, or use the app to record and track defects that appear after moving in.
How many snags are normal in a new-build home?
Every property is different. Some homes may have only a handful of minor issues, while others can have dozens of defects ranging from cosmetic finishes to workmanship concerns.
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The important thing is not the number of snags found, but identifying and documenting them clearly so they can be addressed by the developer.
Most developers are responsible for correcting defects reported during the initial defects period, typically the first two years after completion.
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This is why many homeowners carry out a final inspection before the deadline expires. Recording issues early helps ensure they can be reviewed and addressed before responsibility changes.