New Build Snagging

☑ Protect Your Investment
☑ Independent and Unbiased
☑ Comprehensive Report

Our snagging inspectors help new home buyers move into their property with total confidence. We carry out detailed home inspections of new-build homes to ensure everything has been completed to the correct industry standards, identifying defects that are often missed. You’ll receive a clear, comprehensive snagging report tailored to your warranty provider’s tolerances, making it easy for your developer to put things right. With a professional snagger on your side, you can focus on enjoying your new home - without the stress of unresolved issues.

Keeping It Local

Cotswold Snagging Services is proud to be an independent company, offering our services within local communities in Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Bristol and Monmouthshire.

Keeping It Local

Cotswold Snagging Services is proud to be an independent company, offering our services within local communities in Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Bristol and Monmouthshire.

Services

At Cotswold Snagging Services, we provide an independent home inspection service designed to identify defects, poor workmanship, and potential issues in newly built homes. Our goal is to give you peace of mind and ensure your investment is protected.

Comprehensive Snagging Survey:

A thorough, room-by-room survey of your property, covering every corner from top to bottom.Our snagging inspector will identify cosmetic defects such as scratches, paint imperfections, and uneven finishes, as well as functional and safety issues including faulty electrical sockets, plumbing problems, drainage concerns, and structural inconsistencies.Special attention is given to areas commonly overlooked by builders, ensuring nothing is missed.Appointments last up to 5 hours, and you will receive your detailed report via email within 2 working days.

Detailed Snagging Report:

A professionally written report documenting all defects and issues identified during the survey.Includes high-quality photographs to clearly illustrate every concern.Delivered in both a PDF and a spreadsheet format, making it easy to review, track, and share with your developer.

Prices

Flat-rate home inspections based on property size. One comprehensive package covers everything you need to protect your new build home.
Please get in touch with us for a quote if your property has 6 or more bedrooms.

What’s Included:
☑ A thorough, room-by-room survey of your property, including the exterior. (up to 5 hours).☑ Identification of cosmetic defects (paint, finishes, scratches) and functional/safety issues (sockets, plumbing, drainage).☑ Ensuring that your home is built in line with construction tolerances.☑ Detailed PDF report and accompanying Excel spreadsheet, within 2 working days.

Frequently Asked
Questions

Booking
You can book directly through our website by clicking the “Book Now” button and following the checkout steps. Book Now
Yes, you can reschedule or cancel your booking via the confirmation email.
Reschedule: Preferably with 48 hours (2 days) notice to avoid fees.
Cancel: The deposit is non-refundable, but if you cancel with more than 2 days notice no further cancellation fee applies.
Payment is taken online at time of booking via the secure payment system on our website.
Yes, once the deposit payment is completed, you will receive a confirmation email.
Rescheduling with less than 48 hours' notice will result in the deposit being forfeited as a late reschedule charge.
We recommend booking at least 2-4 weeks in advance to secure your preferred date. Check Availability
Yes, we can attend pre-completion if you gain written consent from the new build site.
Survey / Inspection
If you have already moved into your new home, you will need to be present. If you have yet to move in, and there are no personal furnishings or possessions inside the property, then you do not need to be present, however access to the property will need to be arranged.
A snagging inspection is a detailed property check aimed at identifying defects or unfinished construction work in a new-build home.
A “snag” is a defect, fault, or issue in the property that should be fixed by the builder - from cosmetic imperfections to functional problems.
Our inspection covers: Internal finishes (walls, ceilings, floors), Plumbing & heating, Electrical fittings, Doors and windows, Structural inconsistencies, Kitchens, bathrooms, loft spaces & external elements like gutters and driveways.
Inspections typically last up to 5 hours, depending on property size and complexity of defects.
You will receive a detailed report with clear photos via email within 2 working days of the inspection.
This varies, but most new-build homes have dozens of issues ranging from minor cosmetic defects to more significant problems.
General
Professional snagging ensures that no issues are overlooked. Experienced inspectors can find problems most homeowners would miss, helping you secure builder corrections within warranty periods. View Services
Ideally, as soon as possible before or around your move-in date, or anytime within the builder’s warranty period (typically 2 years after purchase). Book Now
We operate within parts of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, Bristol and Monmouthshire. Check Your Area
Yes, we work independently and solely for the homeowner, not for builders, ensuring you get fair, objective insights.
We don’t physically repair defects; our role is to identify and report them clearly so you can present them to your builder/developer for correction.
Yes, we can revisit your property to check whether previously identified issues have been resolved correctly. Book Re-Inspection

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: 11 February 2026Welcome to the website of Cotswold Snagging Services Ltd (“the Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By accessing or using our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use our website or Services.1. DefinitionsIn these Terms, the following words shall have the following meanings:
“Snagging” refers to the process of identifying and reporting defects or unfinished work in the construction or finishing of a property.
“Client” means any individual or entity engaging the Services of the Company.
“Services” refers to residential property inspections (snagging surveys and reports provided) in accordance with building standards and industry guidelines.
“Website” refers to https://cotswoldsnaggingservices.co.uk/
“Deposit” means the non-refundable booking payment of £40 required to secure a home inspection appointment.2. Acceptance of Terms and Website Use2.1 By accessing or using this website, you accept these Terms and Conditions.2.2 You agree to use the website lawfully and not to:
• Interfere with website operation;
• Upload harmful, offensive, or unlawful content;
• Attempt unauthorised access to systems;
• Frame, mirror or embed the Website within another website without prior written permission.2.3 We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.3. Cookies3.1 The website may use cookies for functionality, analytics, and tracking. By using the website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy.4. Scope of Services4.1 The Company provides snagging surveys and reports in accordance with recognised building standards and industry guidelines.4.2 Our Services are for guidance and reporting purposes only and do not constitute legal, architectural, or professional advice.5. Client Responsibilities5.1 The Client must provide safe and reasonable access to the property for the services.5.2 The Client must provide any relevant documentation, keys, or permissions required to perform the services.5.3 Failure to meet these responsibilities may affect the accuracy of the service, and the Company will not be liable for issues arising from a lack of access or information.6. Fees and Payment6.1 Booking confirmation will specify the total fee for Services.6.2 All fees are inclusive of VAT where applicable.6.3 Payment must be made as instructed in the confirmation email or text message, via the accepted payment methods.6.4 The Company reserves the right to refuse or cancel bookings at its discretion.7. Bookings, Cancellation, and Rescheduling7.1 Any cancellations or rescheduling requests should be made via your confirmation email or text message as soon as possible.7.2 Rescheduling• A minimum of 2 days (48 hours) notice is required to reschedule an appointment.
• Rescheduling with more than 2 days’ notice: the Deposit may be transferred to the new appointment date.
• Rescheduling with less than 2 days’ notice: the Deposit will be forfeited in full and treated as a late rescheduling charge.7.3 Cancellations• Cancellation with more than 2 days’ notice: the £40 Deposit remains non-refundable, but no additional Cancellation Fee applies.
• Cancellation within 2 days of the scheduled service: a Cancellation Fee of 25% of the total Service Fee plus the Deposit applies.
• Cancellation on the day of the service: a Cancellation Fee of 50% of the total Service Fee plus the Deposit applies.8. Limitations of Liability8.1 The Services consist of a visual inspection of the property and the preparation of a snagging report identifying defects and issues observed at the time of the inspection in reasonably accessible areas of the property. The inspection is non-invasive and does not involve moving furniture, lifting flooring, removing fixtures, or carrying out destructive testing.8.2 Whilst the Company will exercise reasonable skill and care in carrying out the Services, the inspection is limited in scope and the Company cannot guarantee that all defects, snags, or issues will be identified.8.3 The snagging report is prepared solely for the Client who commissioned the Service. The Company accepts no responsibility or liability to any third party who may rely on the report.8.4 The Company shall not be responsible for, and accepts no liability for, any loss, damage, cost, or expense arising from:
• any reliance placed on the report by any third party;
• any decision, negotiation, remedial works, or other action taken by the Client or any third party following the report;
• any defects, deterioration, or issues which arise, worsen, or become apparent after the date of the inspection; or
• any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss.8.5 Nothing in these Terms shall limit or exclude the Company’s liability for death or personal injury caused by its negligence, or for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.8.6 Subject to clause 8.5, the Company’s total liability in connection with the Services shall not exceed the fees paid by the Client for the relevant Service.8.7 The Company shall remain liable for any direct physical damage to the Client’s property caused by the Company or its personnel while attending the property to carry out the Services.8.8 In relation to use of the Website, the Company does not guarantee that the Website will always be available or free from errors and shall not be liable for any temporary unavailability or inaccuracies in its content.9. Professional Snagging Disclaimer9.1 The Services do not constitute structural engineering, architectural, legal, or specialist professional advice. Clients should seek appropriate specialist advice where required.10. Intellectual Property10.1 All content on this website and in reports, including text, images, and graphics, is owned by the Company or used with permission.10.2 You may not:
• Republish or reproduce material;
• Sell, rent, or sub-license material;
• Copy or redistribute content without prior written consent.11. Hyperlinking and External Links11.1 External websites may link to our website provided the link:
• is not misleading,
• does not imply endorsement, and
• does not damage the reputation of the Company.11.2 We may approve links at our discretion; inappropriate or misleading links must be removed on request.11.3 The website may contain links to third-party websites. The Company does not endorse and is not responsible for these sites.12. Privacy Policy12.1 Use of our website and Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, available here: https://cotswoldsnaggingservices.co.uk/privacy-policy13. Photography and Marketing Use13.1 As part of providing the Services, the Company will take photographs at and around the property, including internal areas, external features, and the immediate surrounding area (which may include the street or nearby environment), for the purpose of documenting defects and supporting the snagging report.13.2 The Client acknowledges and agrees that such photographs may also be used by the Company for marketing, advertising, and promotional purposes, including but not limited to use on the Company’s website, social media platforms, and other promotional materials.13.3 The Company will take reasonable steps to ensure that no personally identifiable information is disclosed in such materials. Property addresses or identifying details will not be published without the Client’s consent.13.4 If the Client does not wish for photographs to be used for marketing or advertising purposes, they must notify the Company in writing prior to the inspection taking place. In the absence of such written notice, the Client will be deemed to have provided consent.14. Termination14.1 Either party may terminate the engagement by providing written notice via email or other agreed communication method.14.2 Where termination is initiated by the Client, the cancellation and fee provisions set out in Section 7 shall continue to apply.14.3 Upon termination, the Client remains liable for fees for Services provided up to the date of termination.14.4 The Company reserves the right to terminate the engagement immediately, or to refuse to proceed with a service on the day, where in the Company’s reasonable opinion:
• The behaviour of the Client or any person present at the property is abusive, aggressive, threatening or inappropriate.
• The property or site presents a risk to health or safety.
• Animals are present and are not secured or removed from the areas to be inspected.
• Access to the property is restricted, unsafe or unlawful.14.5 Where the Company is unable to proceed with the service due to any of the circumstances set out in clause 14.4, this shall be treated as a cancellation on the day of the service by the Client and the applicable charges under Section 7.3 shall apply.15. Governing Law15.1 These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.15.2 Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.16. Entire Agreement and Amendments16.1 These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the Client and the Company regarding Services and supersede any prior agreements.16.2 Any amendments must be made in writing. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, please contact: Cotswold Snagging Services

About Us

Buying a new build home should be one of the most exciting moments of your life. But for many homeowners, it can quickly become stressful when unexpected issues and snags appear - things that are often overlooked by builders or hidden in fine print. At Cotswold Snagging Services, we know this frustration all too well. Our company was born from a personal experience: after moving into our own new build home, we were faced with problems that should have been caught during construction. It was a frustrating and eye-opening experience that inspired us to create a service dedicated to helping others avoid the same situation.We are a local company, employing local people, and every member of our team brings years of experience in the construction industry. From working on building sites to managing projects, our team has first-hand knowledge of how homes are built, what can go wrong, and the standards that should be met. These expertise allow us to identify even the smallest issues that could become costly problems if ignored.At Cotswold Snagging Services, our mission is simple: to provide homeowners with peace of mind. We carry out thorough, professional, and honest snagging surveys, giving you the confidence that your new home is safe, secure, and built to the quality you expect. We don’t just tick boxes - we carefully inspect every detail, so nothing is overlooked.We’re proud to be part of the local community and passionate about supporting homeowners in the Cotswolds and surrounding areas. When you work with Cotswold Snagging Services, you’re not just hiring a service - you’re teaming up with a knowledgeable, experienced, and friendly local team who genuinely care about your home, your investment, and your peace of mind.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11 February 2026Cotswold Snagging Services Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website https://cotswoldsnaggingservices.co.uk/ and use our services.1. Information We CollectWe may collect and process the following data about you:Personal Information You Provide:
Name, email address, phone number, and property address.
Details you provide when booking a home inspection or making enquiries.Automatically Collected Information:
IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of access.
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7).Payment Information:
If you pay for services online, payment details are processed securely via third-party payment providers. We do not store full payment card information.2. How We Use Your InformationWe use your data for the following purposes:
• To provide our snagging survey and reporting services.
• To communicate with you regarding bookings, enquiries, and service updates.
• To improve our website and services.
• To comply with legal obligations.
• To send marketing communications (with your consent).3. Sharing Your InformationWe do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information:
• With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, IT services).
• When required by law or legal process.
• In connection with a business transfer, merger, or sale of assets.4. Data SecurityWe implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, disclosure, or alteration.5. Data RetentionWe will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal requirements.6. Your RightsYou have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your data.
• Object to processing or request data portability.
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
• To exercise these rights, please contact: Cotswold Snagging Services7. Cookies and TrackingOur website uses cookies to enhance your experience. You can control or disable cookies via your browser settings. Please note that some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.8. Third-Party LinksOur website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites.9. Children’s PrivacyOur services are not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.10. Changes to This PolicyWe may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date.11. Contact UsIf you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact: Cotswold Snagging Services

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