New Build - DIY Snagging

..ukeuro

Dear All, I am currently awaiting to move into my new Taylor Wimpey home. All being well, I should hopefully move in within the next 6-8 weeks. Contracts have been exchanged. Whilst I am aware, that the builders / developers do their own snagging of the property, I have read numerous reports online about people who have moved into new build homes, only to then be left with several / numerous snagging problems. I am aware that no new build home is ever perfect. Therefore, when I have my own home demonstration visit, I would really like to be well equipped and do my own snagging. With this in mind, can anyone advise of any online DIY snagging checklists, or can anyone advise if I should (or can!?!) use a professional snagger? Any opinions / suggestions appreciated. Thank you!!

Kiran

No problem using a professional, you are entitled to seek help if you need it however you will pay the bill for this service. Unfortunately there isn't going to be a checklist showing you everything you need to look out for, that comes through experience of snagging buildings.

Nile

..ukeuro wrote: »

Dear All, I am currently awaiting to move into my new Taylor Wimpey home. All being well, I should hopefully move in within the next 6-8 weeks. Contracts have been exchanged. Whilst I am aware, that the builders / developers do their own snagging of the property, I have read numerous reports online about people who have moved into new build homes, only to then be left with several / numerous snagging problems. I am aware that no new build home is ever perfect. Therefore, when I have my own home demonstration visit, I would really like to be well equipped and do my own snagging. With this in mind, can anyone advise of any online DIY snagging checklists, or can anyone advise if I should (or can!?!) use a professional snagger? Any opinions / suggestions appreciated. Thank you!!

Hi ukeuro

I hope you'll get lots of tips from our helpful members, my tip is to take a tape measure with you.

When my home was being built, I spotted that underneath the utility room sink, the two spaces for white goods weren't even/equal. It resulted in an extra wide space on one side and the other space was far too narrow/small for anything to fit. I got them to rip it out and start again...........well before I got the keys and moved in.

I hope all goes well and you'll be very happy in your new home.

Regards

Nile