Anyone used a professional snagger?

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And if so what sort of things did they find that you wouldn't have noticed? It is a flat (conversion so technically a new build) in a large building, so the outside of the building isn't an issue.

thanks!

Architects and turnkey interior designers offer professional snagging services.

It's very expensive - around the same as a full structural survey. For most people, the cost of rectifying snagging (even at their own expense) would be less than the cost of employing someone to identify the snags!

Really, the only time it's worth employing someone to do this is if you are in legal dispute with your builder, architect, or original designer and the work has not been carried out to your spec or your satisfaction.

Just a word of caution as regards ".. outside of the building isn't an issue ...^ because you - along with the other tenants - will most likely have to contribute to the upkeep of the building fabric, services and 'common parts' as well as insurance.

These costs are usually recovered by way of a service charge but exceptional costs such as an unforseen roof replacement or cladding repairs for example can be often charged as well so a proper survey is essential to ensure you are fully aware of your potential liabilities.

I believe you should commission a full building survey from a Chartered Building Surveyor.

Find a surveyor through the RICS

Thanks, though wouldn't any major repairs to the structure of the building be covered by the NHBC certificate?

Possibly although the NHBC are not known for their generosity when it comes to paying out on claims and their warratnies have a limited life span especially as you say the building has been converted from a previous use.

I wouldn't be surprised if the warranty contains significant exclusions

Sorry to be pessimistic but it's better to be forewarned!.