Keys are booked, removals are pencilled in, and the developer is pushing towards handover. That is exactly when a pre completion inspection new build matters most. If defects are identified before legal completion or practical handover, you are in a stronger
You finally get the call that your new-build home is nearly ready. The flooring looks fresh, the paint is clean, and everything appears finished at first glance. This is exactly when many buyers ask when should you get a snagging survey
You collect the keys, walk into a brand-new home, and expect everything to be finished to a proper standard. Then you notice the cracked sealant, uneven brickwork, doors that do not close cleanly, missing insulation or a cold room that never
If you are asking should I get a snagging survey on a new build, the short answer is usually yes. A brand-new home should not mean defect-free, and many buyers only realise that after they have moved in, unpacked, and started
Buying a New Build Home in Staffordshire? Here’s What You Need to Check Before You Move In Staffordshire is one of the busiest areas in the Midlands for new-build homes. Developments in Stafford, Lichfield, Tamworth, Cannock, Stone and Burton continue to
An inspector’s view from the field By E Shaw, New Homes Inspections — BSc (Hons), AICWCI, TechRPSA, NEBOSH Construction Cert Key points Biggest red flag: signs of structural movement/instability (e.g., widening cracks, sloping floors, bowed walls, sagging rooflines). Most common issues:
What To Do With Your Snagging List Buying a new-build home is one of life’s most exciting milestones. But it can also bring unexpected challenges. Many homeowners move in expecting perfection, only to discover their property comes with a “snagging list”
Protecting Homes & Businesses with a Higher Perspective When it comes to your roof, what you can’t see from the ground often costs the most. Roof defects such as cracked tiles, poor flashing, or blocked gutters remain one of the leading
🧱 What Is a Party Wall Agreement? Party Wall Agreements or a party wall agreement is a legally binding document required when building work affects a shared wall or structure between two properties. Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, this
Mould in New Builds: The 2025 Homeowner’s Guide to a Healthy, Dry Home 🛠️🌱 Quick stat: Around 6 million English homes now suffer damp or mould—that’s more households than own large‑screen TVs! ageing-better.org.uk Brand‑new houses shouldn’t make that list—but many do. Let’s
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