Snagging Inspection Dublin: 5 Warning Signs to Check Before You Move In
So you've got the keys to your new build or you're about to. Before you get comfortable, walk through the place slowly and check for these five things. They're the most common issues we find during snagging inspections across Dublin, and catching them now, while your builder's still on the hook, can save you a fair bit of hassle later.
1. Doors and windows that don't quite fit
Try every door and window. If something sticks, doesn't lock properly, or there's a visible gap around the frame, that's not just annoying it's a sign of rushed installation, and it usually means draughts or water getting in down the line.
2. Flooring that feels off underfoot
Walk the whole floor, not just the bits near the furniture. Dips, creaks, or visible seams between boards often mean the subfloor wasn't laid properly. It's a much bigger job to fix once you've moved your stuff in.
3. Paint and plaster that hasn't fully settled
A hairline crack here and there is normal houses move a bit as they settle. But patchy paint, filler that's still visible, or plaster that feels damp to the touch is worth flagging and photographing.
4. Gaps in bathroom and kitchen sealing
Wet rooms cause more snag-list headaches than anywhere else in the house. Check the silicone around your bath, sink, and tiles any gaps and you're looking at water damage within a year or two.
5. Electrics that don't match the spec
Loose sockets, an unlabelled fuse board, or fittings that don't match what was in your contract easy to miss on a quick walk-through, expensive to sort once you're living there.
The bottom line: a snagging inspection isn't about being difficult with your builder it's about using your warranty window while it's still open. Once it lapses, every one of these becomes your bill, not theirs.
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