How quickly is the snagging report provided?

In this case, the full snagging report was delivered the day after inspection, allowing immediate action with the builder.

Why use drone inspections during house snagging?

Drone inspections allow safe assessment of roofs and chimneys without scaffolding, identifying defects early and accurately.

What does a thermal camera inspection show?

Thermal imaging highlights heat loss, draughts, cold bridging, and insulation issues that are not visible to the naked eye.

Why is home snagging important on new build homes?

New homes often contain hidden defects. Professional house snagging ensures issues are documented properly so builders can be held accountable.

What is a post completion home snagging inspection?

A post completion inspection is carried out after legal completion. It identifies defects, poor workmanship, and compliance issues that may have been missed before handover.

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Case Study

Home Snagging Inspection in Leeds

4 Bed New Build at Centurion Fields – Post Completion Inspection

Date

21 January 2026

Even well-known developers can leave issues behind at handover. This home snagging inspection in Leeds shows why independent checks are still essential, even when snag lists appear minimal at first glance.

Why the Customer Contacted Home Snagging UK

Sam contacted Home Snagging UK shortly after completion.

The aim was to obtain an independent house snagging report to confirm the overall build quality and highlight any defects that still required attention.

Although the number of issues appeared relatively low compared to some new builds, Sam wanted clarity, confidence, and expert guidance on how best to approach the builder.

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Why the Customer Contacted Home Snagging UK

Sam contacted Home Snagging UK shortly after completion.

The aim was to obtain an independent house snagging report to confirm the overall build quality and highlight any defects that still required attention.

Although the number of issues appeared relatively low compared to some new builds, Sam wanted clarity, confidence, and expert guidance on how best to approach the builder.

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Type of Snagging Report Provided

A full Post Completion Inspection was completed by Keith, one of Home Snagging UK’s experienced inspectors.

The inspection included:

A detailed internal and external home snagging inspection
Drone inspection of the roof and guttering
Thermal camera inspections to assess air tightness and heating performance

Julie handled the booking and reporting process, ensuring everything was completed quickly and efficiently.

Key Findings From the Home Snagging Report

Many of these defects would not have been obvious to a homeowner during a standard walk-through, particularly the thermal and roof-related issues.

The inspection identified 77 snags and defects across the property

External & brickwork defects

Uneven and poorly finished brickwork, painted and tinted mortar joints, debris behind air bricks, damaged bricks, and incomplete cleaning to soffits and elevations.

Doors, Windows & Air Tightness Issues - Home Snagging UK - Case Study in Leeds

Doors, windows, and air tightness issues

Damaged draught seals to the front door, uneven door alignment, scratched glazing, windows catching on frames, and air leakage confirmed by thermal imaging around doors and French doors.

Internal Finish & Cosmetic Issues - Home Snagging UK - Case Study in Leeds

Internal finish and cosmetic issues

Poor decoration finishes, marked doors, inconsistent plastering, damaged skirtings, unfinished joinery, and visible fixings across several rooms.

Kitchen & Bathroom Defects - Home Snagging UK - Case Study in Leeds

Kitchen and bathroom defects

Incorrectly fitted kitchen units, missing handles, scratched drawer fronts, ineffective soft closers, poorly aligned doors, missing grout, and incomplete bathroom finishes.

Thermal & Heating Performance Concerns - Home Snagging UK - Case Study in Leeds

Thermal and heating performance concerns

Thermal imaging showed heat loss around external doors and inconsistent radiator temperatures, indicating the need for system balancing and further checks.

Roof inspection findings

The drone inspection confirmed debris remaining within guttering, which would not be visible from ground level.

Outcome for the Homeowner

Sam received a clear, well-structured snagging report with photographs and practical guidance.

Keith also provided advice on how best to raise the snags with the house builder, helping keep the process straightforward and proportionate.

This professional house snagging inspection gave Sam reassurance that the home was fundamentally sound, while still ensuring the builder addressed the remaining issues.

Would highly recommend. Keith was fantastic, approachable and clearly does a thorough job of the inspection. In-depth report with clear photos, good advice from Keith on how to approach the house builder with the minimal snags we had as most were cosmetic. Julie was very quick to email, book in and report back with us in 24 hours. Would use again.

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Why Home Snagging is Still Essential

This Leeds case study highlights an important point.
Even when snag numbers are lower, independent home snagging ensures nothing is missed and gives buyers confidence when dealing with developers.

Professional house snagging inspections help:

Confirm build quality at completion
Identify air leakage and heating inefficiencies
Provide clear photographic evidence
Support calm, informed discussions with builders

FAQs

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