De-snag reports
Checks reported property snags have been addressed
Independent assessment of final fixes
Verifies the final condition of your property
Peace of mind and guarantees for property buyers
Snag and De-Snag Inspections?
What is a snag inspection?
A snag inspection, takes the form of a list or an inventory report that reports the decorative and structural defects - we call them "snags" - inside and outside a newly-built property.
What is a de-snag inspection?
A de-snag inspection is the following survey carried out which confirms the previous reported defects have been fixed by the builders and contractors.
The de-snag report confirms the final condition of your property before hand-over and move-in.
As a property owner, you want to ensure all defects are reported and fixed by the time the de-snag survey is completed.
The snag inspections must be carried out prior to moving in
The de-snag survey should be completed during the warranty period.
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Benefits of a de-snag survey
Thorough check
Have independent and trained clerks inspect your property in depth and scan trough the quality of the finishes
Defect accountability
Ensure all reported issues and concerns have been addresses and fixed with high quality finish
Whole property check
Clarity on the finish condition of any decorative and structural item of your newly-built property.
What's
re-inspected
> Every internal and external room and spaces
> Every surfaces and their decorative condition
> Door and windows working condition
> Power and electricals checks
> Flooring and tiling
> Safety regulation compliance check
> Cleaning assessment
Types of snags
Examples of snags include:
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Scratched/chipped surfaces
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Structural cracks
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Missing or defective fitting
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Stains
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Faulty lights/sockets
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Non-closing door/window
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Scratched window pane
While the majority of snags are easy-to-fix decorative or cosmetic issues, some defects such as a scratched window or faulty electrical may require more time and cost to be either fixed or replaced.
The earlier you can report these, the better your chances of getting the right kind of fix under the warranty of your builder.
Note that warranties and their duration may vary, so be sure to review their conditions.
Important items we check
We test every electric and gas appliance present in your property and report on their working order and point out any visible defects or faulty units.
A power check consists of switching the unit on and verifying the power light switches on.
We power check the following white goods:
Fridge, freezer, oven, hob, extractor hood, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer and power showers
Appliance Power Check
We help you stay compliant with fire and carbon monoxide safety regulations.
Our inventories report on the presence and working order of:
> Smoke alarms
> Carbon monoxide alarms
> Dual smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
We run power checks and report on any faulty or expiring units.
Fire Safety Check
A defect may hide a technical issue
While we do our best to review your property, we are not expert on fabrics, materials, appliances etc. nor qualified surveyor so you may require further technical expertise to investigate a reported issue.
Hihouse makes better reports
We take advantage of our experience and ability to listen to innovate and introduce unique features to our reports.
NEW
Enhanced readability
Unique colour highlights introduced
Decoration
Issue type
1 colour for the decorative order
1 colour for the issue type
Each colour corresponds to a specific state
Colours can indicate if an item is in a brand new condition or endured wear and tear. Similarly, they inform on the cleanliness level of an item.
Save time and effort
What are the benefits of colour highlights?
Better reading experience
Spot issues quickly
Report defects quickly
Maintain high focus
Read reports faster