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Independent snagging and home inspection services helping homeowners identify defects, unfinished work and issues in new builds and existing properties.
Available across all of Scotland — full quote including travel in 60 seconds.
Identify finishing defects and incomplete work in newly built properties before or after handover.
Inspection of older properties and homes undergoing renovation or refurbishment.
Verify that previously identified defects have been properly addressed by the builder.
Buying a new-build property does not always guarantee perfection. Even well-established developers can deliver homes with finishing defects, incomplete work or items requiring attention.
A professional snagging inspection helps identify these issues early so they can be addressed by the builder.
Our snagging inspections typically include
All findings are compiled into a clear written report delivered within 24-48 hours.
Scottish Home Inspections also provides inspection services for older properties and homes undergoing renovation or refurbishment.
These inspections help identify potential structural, safety or workmanship issues and highlight areas that may require further attention.
Areas assessed may include
Where appropriate, guidance can be provided on likely remedial requirements.
Once remedial works have been completed by the builder, Scottish Home Inspections can carry out a re-inspection to confirm that previously identified defects have been properly addressed.
This service includes
Re-inspections are booked separately and are not included within the original survey fee.
Our Reports
Where a recognised standard applies, the finding is cross-referenced to the relevant NHBC 2026, Scottish Building Standards (Domestic, April 2026) or BS 7671 clause — so both you and your builder can see the basis for the assessment, not just an opinion.
Location
Roof · Rear roof slope · third course above gutter
Inspector findings
A concrete interlocking tile on the rear roof slope has slipped from its course, breaking the weathering line and exposing the underlay and batten beneath.
Re-seat and mechanically fix the displaced tile, and inspect adjacent tiles for nib or fixing failure.
Standard Reference
NHBC Standards 2026, Chapter 7.2 (Pitched roofs), § 7.2.19 (Fixing tiles and slates)
Rule reference: NHBC-7.2-ROOF-TILES-v2
Our inspections assess the condition and workmanship of visible and accessible elements of the property. All inspections are visual and non-invasive.
Where appropriate, basic operational checks may include:
Book your inspection online in under 3 minutes — from choosing your property and paying securely, to receiving your report within 24-48 hours of inspection.
Select property type, bedrooms and location — your price is calculated instantly including travel.
Choose from available dates and time slots that work for you.
A thorough on-site inspection is carried out by our BSc-qualified Civil Engineer.
Detailed photo report delivered within 24-48 hours — ready to share with your builder.
We recommend booking before completion so the inspection can take place when you receive the keys or shortly after moving in.
During inspections we regularly identify workmanship issues, finishing defects and incomplete work that may require attention before a property handover or after purchase.
Independent inspections, clear digital reports cross-referenced to recognised standards, delivered within 24-48 hours.