can anybody tell me how much a snag list will cost for my new 3 bed semi detached house??

Answer 1

Hi

Generally it should take a good surveyor about 2 days to complete this and would normally cost between £300 - £400 which would also include a re-visit to check that the works has been carried out properly

Depending on where you are maybe I can help

Answer 2

The ONLY reason you should have to pay for a 'snag list', would be if YOU HIRED a professional to come in and inspect your dwelling on your behalf. Whoever is doing the construction/remodel, should NOT be charging for this, as it is a normal part of the construction/remodeling business.

Typically -- a 'snag list', or punch list, as it is often called, is a walk-thru, between the contractor, and customer, to address any of those details that had been missed during the general work. This is done BEFORE the contractor is officially 'finished', and BEFORE he gets his final check! In fact, all the work on the punch list needs to be completed to your satisfaction before you send that final payment.

While you CAN hire a professional, you are not required to. A little common sense goes a long way, along with an attention to detail. There is no reason why you cannot have several people go thru the home, compiling their own lists, and compile them into a single list to go over with your contractor. The more eyes you have looking at the place, the easier it is to spot the missed or incorrect items.

Basic procedure -- TEST EVERYTHING -- every electrical outlet, switch, light, and plumbing fixture. Open and close all doors and windows to make sure they operate properly. LOOK at all the floor and wall coverings, trim, etc. Make sure it's all in place, and matching. Look for any trash left behind.

Thats a basic way to inspect for a snag/punch list, and you would be surprised what one person will see, that another would not. My first suggestion would be to have some friends with different backgrounds come thru and look the place over, and compare notes.... THEN, if you still feel the need, hire a professional.

Have Fun!

Answer 3

You should not have to pay for a snag list. Before moving into you new home you should jointly inspect the property with the builder, and write a list of all the things that are not right (this can be anything from lights not working to bad paintwork). The builder should then rectify all the items on the list prior to your move in date. There should then also be a defects period (usually one year) during which if any faults develop the builder should repair at no cost to yourself.
If you feel you need assistance during the joint inspection then I would suggest taking along a friend or relative who has some building knowledge. If you are still unsure a building surveyor should be able to help but they will cost money. Speak to an estate agent they should have names and numbers in your area.

Answer 4

Bell, the snagging list is a list of say fine tuning the finished product as in a house . The cost of the list does not enter the equation, and the cost of getting it executed should be zero if you are charged for it you are being taken for some thing you already have paid for
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Answer 5

it roughly between 300 and 350 for a snaggin list but to be honest your better off doing it your self

Answer 6

Depends where it is! If you're in Dublin, I can do if for €250