Snag List Dublin New Build Home Inspections from €200
300+ point check, thermal imaging and a photo report in 48 hours.
300+ Point Check
Exhaustive detail
48-Hour Turnaround
Rapid report delivery
Thermal Imaging
Detect hidden issues
Developer Ready
Actionable formatting
New doesn't always mean flawless.
Rushed timelines and multiple contractors overlapping on site often lead to cosmetic defects, poor finishing, and sometimes serious compliance issues with Irish Building Regulations.
Catch costly defects early
Find problems before your warranty clock starts running out.
Builder pays, not you
A clear report means the developer fixes issues at their own cost.
Checked against regulations
BCAR-standard checks across plumbing, electrics and ventilation.
Snag Report
3-bed new build · Dublin
- Major
Bedroom 2
Window not closing flush, draught at seal
- Major
Utility
Heat pump pipework insulation missing
- Major
Bathroom
Extractor fan not running
- Minor
Kitchen
Silicone gap behind sink
- Minor
Hallway
Hairline crack at ceiling joint
Photo
every defect
Room
by room
48h
delivery
Example findings for illustration. Every home is different.
Snag List Prices
Transparent, fixed home inspection pricing based on your property size.
1 & 2 - bed
property
€200
3 - bed
property
€250
4 - bed
property
€300
Re-
inspections
cost
€150
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Not All Snag Lists Are Equal
Same price range, very different report. Here is what is included with us as standard.
What Our Home Inspection Covers
We examine your property inside and out, checking against strict building tolerances and quality standards.
External & Moisture Levels
Brickwork pointing, rendering, roof tile alignment, guttering leaks, and advanced moisture level checks for dampness.
Doors & Windows
Checking for glass scratches, correct mastic sealing, smooth hinge operation, draft issues, and secure locking mechanisms.
M&E, Plumbing & Heat Pump
Full M&E and ventilation checks, heat pump installation review, hidden pipework leaks, and drainage flow testing.
Calibrated Electrical Tests
Calibrated RCD/Socket testing for correct wiring, light switch alignment, and consumer unit safety labeling.
Finish Quality
Identifying poor paintwork, plastering bumps, skirting board gaps, loose architraves, uneven tiling, and missing grout lines.
Spirit & Laser-Level Floors
Precision spirit and laser-level checks for uneven surfaces, squeaking floorboards, and structural integrity of staircases.
Defects We Find Most in Dublin New Builds
Easy to miss on a viewing. Easy to prove with a proper snag report.
Windows & Doors
- Draughts at seals
- Scratched glazing
- Misaligned hinges
- Doors catching frames
Ventilation & Heat Pump
- Extract fans not running
- Missing pipe insulation
- Noisy or loose units
- Blocked vents
Floors & Stairs
- Uneven subfloor
- Squeaking boards
- Loose spindles
- Gaps at skirting
Finishes
- Paint runs & patches
- Plaster cracks
- Missing grout & silicone
- Loose architraves
The Photographic Snag Report.
Within 48 hours of your inspection, you receive a meticulously detailed, developer-ready PDF report. Every defect is photographed, categorized by room, and clearly explained using correct building terminology.
We hand this over to you so you can forward it straight to your builder's customer care team, making it impossible for them to dispute the findings.
- ✓ High-Resolution Imagery
- ✓ Room-by-room breakdown
- ✓ Thermal Imaging Included
How It Works
Book Online
Contact us with your property details and expected completion date to secure your inspection slot.
The Inspection
Our expert spends 3-5 hours on-site, meticulously checking over 300 data points across the interior and exterior.
The Fix
You hand our irrefutable 48-hour report to your developer, requiring them to rectify all listed defects.
Exceptional precision, delivered exactly on time. We demand outstanding quality in every snagging report so your new home is flawlessly finished.
Your Snagging Timeline.
- 1
Closing date confirmed
Book your snag. Tell us your development and handover date.
- 2
Inspection day
3 to 5 hours on site. You're welcome to walk round with us.
- 3
Within 48 hours
Photo report lands in your inbox. Forward it to the developer.
- 4
Developer fixes
Builder works through every item on the list at their cost.
- 5
Re-inspection
We come back and sign off each fix for €150.
- 6
Move in
Want new floors? Our flooring team fits once the snags are cleared.
Handover Day Checklist
Do these yourself on the day you get the keys. Our snag covers the build quality.
- Take photos of all meter readings (electric, water, heat pump)
- Collect every key, fob and window key, and test each one
- Get your BER certificate and guarantee/warranty documents
- Ask for appliance, boiler and heat pump manuals
- Check the consumer unit is labelled circuit by circuit
- Note the developer's aftercare contact and email address
- Run every tap and shower for a few minutes, check for leaks
- Keep our snag report and all emails with the developer in one folder
Read before you book.
Free guides from our inspectors to help you buy, snag and finish your new home.
Snag List & Home Inspection FAQs
What is a snag list?
A snag list is a written report of every defect in a newly built home, from paint and plaster marks to doors, windows, plumbing and electrics. It is also called a snagging survey or snagging inspection. Your developer uses it to fix the issues before or soon after you move in.
How much does a snag list inspection cost in Dublin?
Our home inspections are fixed price: €200 for a 1 or 2-bed property, €250 for a 3-bed and €300 for a 4-bed. A re-inspection to check the developer has fixed everything costs €150.
When should I book my new build snagging inspection?
Book as soon as you have a completion or handover date. The best time is just before you close, so the developer can fix defects before you move in. We can also inspect after you get the keys.
How long does a home inspection take?
Our home inspector spends 3 to 5 hours on site checking over 300 points inside and out. You receive a photographic, developer-ready report within 48 hours.
Do you inspect apartments and duplexes as well as houses?
Yes. We carry out snag list and home inspections on new build houses, apartments and duplexes across Dublin, Kildare, Westmeath and Drogheda (Co. Louth). Somewhere else? Ask us and we will confirm.
What is included in the snag report?
Every defect is photographed, grouped room by room and explained in clear building terms, with thermal imaging and moisture readings included. You can forward it straight to your builder's customer care team.
Can I be there during the snag list inspection?
Yes, and we recommend it. You can walk round with our inspector, see the issues first hand and ask questions about your new home as we go.
What if the developer won't fix something on the snag list?
Our report uses clear building terms and photo evidence, which makes defects hard to dispute. If an item is still open, our €150 re-inspection documents what is outstanding so you can raise it with the developer or your solicitor.
Is it too late to snag if I've already moved in?
No. We can inspect after you get the keys. The sooner the better, so defects are reported to the developer while they are still responsible for fixing them.
Can you fit new floors after the snag list is done?
Yes. Dublin PropTech is also a flooring company. Once your snags are cleared we can supply and fit laminate, LVT, carpet, stair cladding and wall panels, so one team looks after your new home from inspection to finish.
Areas We Serve
Snagging inspections, flooring and blinds across Ireland. Choose your area to book, or ask about yours.
