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Snagging survey · London

Snagging surveys in London. Homes here average £554,430. Get yours finished.

Brand new does not mean finished. A snagging inspector goes room by room and lists every defect, from a sticking door to missing insulation, in a report the developer has to answer.

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Snagging Survey in London: a Homie illustration
  • 28.5%of homes here built before 1919
  • 6.4%of homes here have damp
  • 2 yearsthe usual developer warranty window
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The short answer

Snagging Survey in London, in 30 seconds

When to book
Before you complete if the developer allows it, or in the first weeks after you move in.
What it finds
Finishing faults, poor fitting, missing insulation, drainage and safety issues. Small and serious alike.
What happens next
You send the list to the developer, who is responsible for putting snags right in the warranty period.
In London
28.5% of homes here were built before 1919, well above the England average of 20.4%.

Local homes

How London’s homes compare with England

The red bar is London. The tick is the England average.

  • Built before 191928.5%
    of homes · England 20.4%
  • Damp6.4%
    of homes have a damp problem · England 5.5%
  • Serious hazard4.8%
    of homes have a Category 1 hazard · England 8.4%
  • Below standard13.2%
    of homes fail the Decent Homes Standard · England 14.8%

FAQ

Snagging Survey in London: your questions

What is a snagging survey?

A professional inspection of a new build that lists every defect, so the developer puts them right.

When should I book it?

Before completion if the developer allows access, or soon after you move in, while the developer is responsible for snags.

Will the developer fix everything?

They should fix defects within the warranty period. A professional list makes it harder to brush them off.

Is it worth it on a new home?

Our panel’s reports show newer homes still get repairs flagged, as the chart shows. A list now saves arguments later.

How old are homes in London?

Official estimates put 28.5% of homes in London before 1919, and 6.4% have damp.

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