Snag list inspections for new homes in Dublin and Meath
A careful, detailed snag inspection led by Wanessa, with a clear photo report you can send to the builder.
- From €280 including VAT
- Photo report you can send to the builder
- Book by WhatsApp, phone or online
Led by Wanessa
Wanessa holds a degree in Construction Economics and worked in cost and procurement with Linesight and Cairn. She leads the service and is your contact from booking to report.
A report the builder can act on
Each defect is photographed and described, so you can send the report straight to your builder or developer.
Reviews mention the detail
Our Google reviews repeatedly mention how thorough the inspections are and how clearly the findings are explained.
Why a snag list matters
A snag list records the defects and unfinished work in a new home so the builder can put them right. A clear list, with a photo of every item, is far easier for a builder to work through than a list of notes.
Our inspections are carried out by people who work in construction every day. We explain what each item is and why it matters, so you know what to ask the builder for.
What we inspect
A visual, room-by-room inspection of the finished home, inside and out. What we can reach depends on access on the day.
- Walls, ceilings and paintwork: cracks, marks, missed areas and poor finishes
- Floors and skirtings: damage, gaps and visible unevenness
- Doors, locks and handles: operation, alignment and gaps
- Windows and seals: opening, locking, sealant and damaged frames or glass
- Kitchen units, doors, drawers, worktop joints and sealant
- Bathrooms and sanitaryware: tiling, lippage, sealant, fixings and visible leaks
- Taps and wastes: run and checked for visible leaks
- Heating: radiators fitted and warming, where the system is on
- Sockets, switches and fittings: fitted, level and undamaged (a visual check, not an electrical test)
- Vents and extractor fans fitted and running
- Attic and insulation, where it is safe to access
- Outside: render, brickwork, gutters and downpipes
- Paths, driveway, boundaries, fencing and gates
- Drainage covers and manholes, where accessible
- Anything left unfinished
What you receive
- A written photo report, organised room by room
- A photo of every item, with a short description and where it is
- Plain-English explanations, so you know what to ask for
- A report you can forward straight to your builder or developer
- A call to go through the findings if you could not attend
When to book
Book as soon as the builder confirms the house is finished, ideally before you close the sale, so repairs can be done before you move in. If you already have the keys, a snag inspection is still worth doing while the builder is dealing with defects.
What a re-snag is
Once the builder or developer says the items have been addressed, we return and check each item on the original report. You get a short update showing what has been fixed and what is still outstanding. A re-snag costs €200 including VAT.
What a snag inspection is not
A snag inspection is a visual check of finishes and workmanship in a new home. It is not a structural survey, a Building Regulations compliance certificate or any form of statutory certification, and we do not test electrical, gas or plumbing systems or open up the building. If we see something that needs an engineer or another specialist, the report says so.
Why MF
We build and renovate homes ourselves, so we know how a house is put together and where problems tend to hide. Wanessa, who leads the service, holds a degree in Construction Economics. Most of our Google reviews come from snagging clients, and many mention how thorough the inspection was.
Measured floor plan
While we are in the house, we can measure every room and produce a scaled floor plan drawing with room dimensions, sent as a PDF. It is useful when you plan flooring, blinds, furniture and fittings. A measured floor plan costs €400 including VAT. It is a planning drawing, not a survey or a legal boundary map.
Typical items on a snag list
- Gaps in sealant around baths, showers and worktops
- Paint defects and marks
- Uneven tiles and lippage between tiles
What you get
- A room-by-room inspection of your new home by our property inspection team
- A photo report listing every defect we find
- A clear explanation of each issue, in plain English
- Wanessa as your contact from booking to report
- A measured floor plan, if you add it (€400 including VAT)
- A re-snag after the builder's repairs, if you want one (€200 including VAT)
Snag inspection prices, including VAT
- 2 bedroom home
- €280
- 3 bedroom home
- €300
- 4 bedroom home
- €350
- 5 bedroom home
- €400
- Re-snag after the builder's repairs
- €200
- Measured floor plan (scaled drawing with room dimensions, PDF)
- €400
- Travel beyond 50 km of Dunshaughlin
- +€50
All prices include VAT and travel within 50 km of Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath. Measured floor plan: we measure every room and produce a scaled floor plan drawing with room dimensions, sent as a PDF. It is a drawing for planning flooring, furniture and fittings, not a survey or a legal boundary map.
What changes the price
- Number of bedrooms
- Travel beyond 50 km of Dunshaughlin adds €50
- A measured floor plan, if added, costs €400
- A re-snag, if wanted, costs €200
What happens next
- 1
Book
Message Wanessa on WhatsApp, call, or use the booking form. Tell us the address, the number of bedrooms and the date you would like.
- 2
Inspection
We inspect the home room by room and photograph each defect. If you cannot be there, we go through the findings with you afterwards.
- 3
Photo report
You receive a clear report with a photo and description of every issue. Reviews mention reports arriving within a day or two.
- 4
Send it to the builder
Forward the report to your builder or developer so the defects can be put right.
- 5
Re-snag if you want it
Once the repairs are done, we can come back and check the items on the list.
What clients say
I’m so grateful for my lovely Snagging surveyor Wanessa from MF were an absolute lifesaver throughout the process of checking my new-build home. From start to finish, she was patient, thorough, and incredibly reassuring. She spotted things I never would’ve noticed on my own and explained everything in a clear, friendly way. Their attention to detail gave me real peace of mind,… Read more
and her support made the whole experience feel so much easier. I honestly couldn’t have asked for better help. If you’re moving into a new build, do yourself a favor and get Snagged you’ll feel supported every step of the way.
I had my snag done with them and I’m very happy with the service. I dealt with Wanessa, who was very attentive and patient. She answered all the questions we had and gave great feedback, especially since I couldn’t be there during the inspection. I definitely recommend them.
MF Projects has been fantastic from the beginning. Booked my snagging within a week, reporting was delivered next day of the inspection, full of details and photos. Definitely will do the re-snagging with them!
MF Project Solutions delivered exceptional service for my house snag and resnag. They were punctual, professional, and incredibly detail-oriented. The report was thorough, with clear pictures highlighting every issue. They even flagged things I hadn't noticed myself. I will highly recommend them for anyone needing snagging services; they offered me truly excellent service all around.
MF Project Solutions made the Snag list of my house, they are the best. I booked 5 days in advanced and the report was ready in 48h. Everything was checked and well detailed in the report. I highly recommend them!
We used MF Project for our Snag, and Wanessa was brilliant with all details.
Common questions
How much does a snag inspection cost?
€280 for a 2 bedroom home, €300 for 3 bedrooms, €350 for 4 bedrooms and €400 for 5 bedrooms. Prices include VAT and travel within 50 km of Dunshaughlin; beyond that, add €50.
Who carries out the inspection?
Wanessa leads the snagging service and is your contact from booking to report. Inspections are carried out by our property inspection team.
Do I need to be there?
It helps if you can attend, but it is not essential. If you cannot be there, we go through the findings with you once the inspection is done.
What do I do with the report?
Send it to your builder or developer. Each item has a photo and a description, so the builder can see exactly what needs fixing.
Can you produce a floor plan at the same time?
Yes. A measured floor plan can be added to your inspection for €400 including VAT. We measure every room and produce a scaled floor plan drawing with room dimensions, sent as a PDF. It is a drawing for planning flooring, furniture and fittings, not a survey or a legal boundary map.
Can you check the repairs afterwards?
Yes. A re-snag checks each item on the original report after the builder says it has been fixed, and shows what is still outstanding. A re-snag costs €200 including VAT.
Is a snag inspection a structural survey or a certificate?
No. It is a visual inspection of finishes and workmanship in a new home. It does not certify compliance with the Building Regulations and does not include testing of electrical, gas or plumbing systems. Anything that needs a specialist is flagged in the report.
Book your snag inspection
Send Wanessa the address, the number of bedrooms and your preferred date on WhatsApp, or use the booking form.
Bookings are handled by Wanessa.
WhatsApp +353 83 801 4857 Call +353 83 801 4857We work within 50 km of Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath, including all of Dublin.