New Taylor Wimpey Home Snagging Inspection Wakefield
4 Bed New Build Post Completion Inspection
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This home snagging inspection in Wakefield highlights just how many issues can still be present after completion, even on a modern new build property.
By arranging a professional house snagging inspection early, the homeowner was able to clearly identify defects and take control of the process with the developer.
Property Overview in West Yorkshire
The property is a four bedroom new build home located in Wakefield, WF6, at the Frobisher Meadows development by Taylor Wimpey.
A post completion home snagging inspection was carried out shortly after handover to assess the quality of the build and overall finish.
Why the Customer Contacted Home Snagging UK
Mark contacted Home Snagging UK after moving into his new build property and wanting reassurance that everything had been completed to the correct standard.
As this property was purchased through a housing association, there can often be uncertainty around what can and should be challenged with the developer.
A professional home snagging inspection provided clarity and confidence moving forward.
Type of Snagging Inspection Carried Out in Wakefield
A full Post Completion Inspection was carried out by Keith, covering all areas of the property internally and externally.
The inspection included:
- External brickwork, rendering, roofing, and drainage
- Internal walls, ceilings, flooring, and decoration
- Doors, windows, and joinery
- Kitchen, bathrooms, and utility areas
- Loft space and insulation
- Thermal imaging to assess air tightness and heating performance
- Drone inspection of the roof
A comprehensive house snagging report was produced and delivered promptly, with clear photographs and explanations throughout.
What the Home Snagging Inspection Found
The inspection identified a total of 85 snags and defects across the property.
Many of these defects would not have been identified without a professional home snagging inspection.
External defects
Externally, there were multiple issues with rendering cracks, scratched thresholds, incomplete pointing, unsealed service entries, and poor finishing around window frames and brickwork. Roof-level checks identified chipped tiles and debris left within guttering.
The garden and external areas also showed defects, including damaged turf, unfinished fencing, missing fixings, and blocked drainage channels.
Internal Defects
Internally, a wide range of finishing issues were identified. These included patchy decoration, uneven plastering, visible joint lines, poorly finished mastic seals, and general damage to doors, frames, and fittings.
Joinery
Joinery defects were also present, including misaligned doors, loose thresholds, gaps to frames, and components not fitted correctly.
Wet Areas
Kitchen, bathroom, and utility areas showed a mixture of cosmetic and functional issues, such as scratched appliances, incomplete decoration, loose fittings, and poorly installed components.
Thermal Imaging
Thermal imaging highlighted cold air ingress around front and rear doors, as well as French doors, indicating issues with sealing and air tightness.
Heating performance was also inconsistent, with radiators not reaching full temperature, suggesting the system may require balancing or further checks.
Additional concerns were identified in the loft space, including defects to roofing felt and issues relating to installed systems.
Outcome for the Homeowner in Wakefield
Prashant received a clear, structured, and easy to understand snagging report, allowing all issues to be raised directly with the developer. The level of detail provided ensures that defects can be addressed properly, helping bring the property up to the expected standard.
The inspection also provided peace of mind that nothing had been missed and gave the homeowner confidence when dealing with the builder.
Had a really positive experience with the snagging inspection carried out by Keith Reed. He was punctual, professional, and extremely thorough throughout the process. Every detail was carefully checked, and the report provided was clear, well-structured, and easy to understand.
It’s reassuring to have someone so knowledgeable highlight even the smaller issues that could easily be missed. This will definitely help in getting everything sorted properly with the developer.
Highly recommended for anyone moving into a new build, great service from start to finish.
Why Post Completion Home Snagging Matters
This Wakefield case study shows that even when a property looks complete, there can still be a significant number of issues requiring attention.
Professional house snagging inspections help:
- Identify hidden defects across the property
- Highlight issues with air tightness and insulation
- Detect roof problems safely using drone inspections
- Provide clear evidence when dealing with developers
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