New Home Snagging List

Creating a New Home Snagging List using eAuditor Audits & Inspections can help ensure that all issues or defects are captured efficiently, and repairs can be tracked and managed. eAuditor Audits & Inspections allows you to customize checklists, add photos, and assign tasks, making it a useful tool for snagging inspections. Here’s how you can structure a snagging list for a new home inspection:

New Home Snagging List for eAuditor Audits & Inspections

1. General Information

• Property Address
• Date of Inspection
• Inspector’s Name
• Developer/Contractor
• Type of Property (e.g., Detached, Semi-detached, Apartment)
• Property Handover Date
• Comments/Notes

2. External Inspection

2.1. Roof and Chimney

• Condition of roof tiles/slates (Cracks, damage)
• Guttering and downpipes (Correctly fixed, leaks)
• Chimney (Straight, damage, cracks)

2.2. External Walls

• Brickwork/render (Cracks, discoloration, poor finish)
• Windowsills (Level, cracks, finish)

2.3. Windows and Doors

• Windows (Open and close properly, sealant intact, no scratches)
• External doors (Fit properly, locks work, no scratches or damage)
• Frames (Straight, aligned)

2.4. Driveway and Paths

• Surface condition (Potholes, uneven areas)
• Drainage (Water pooling)
• Finish quality

2.5. Garden and Fencing

• Landscaping (Lawns, hedges, shrubs installed correctly)
• Fencing (Aligned, no gaps, secure)

3. Internal Inspection

3.1. Entrance Hallway

• Walls and ceilings (Even paint, no cracks, plaster smooth)
• Flooring (Even, no scratches, gaps)
• Doors (Fit properly, no squeaks, locks work)

3.2. Living Room

• Walls and ceilings (Paint finish, plasterwork)
• Skirting boards (Fixed securely, no gaps, painted correctly)
• Windows and doors (No drafts, seals intact, no damage)
• Flooring (Level, no marks)

3.3. Kitchen

• Cabinets (Even, no misalignment, doors close properly)
• Countertops (Smooth finish, no cracks, joints sealed)
• Plumbing (No leaks from sink, taps work properly)
• Appliances (Installed properly, working)
• Ventilation (Extractor fan works)

3.4. Bedrooms

• Walls and ceilings (Paint finish, no cracks)
• Flooring (No gaps, scratches)
• Windows (Open/close smoothly, no drafts)
• Doors (Close smoothly, aligned, locks)
• Lighting (All bulbs work)

3.5. Bathrooms

• Tiling (Even, grout sealed, no cracks)
• Plumbing (No leaks, taps and showerhead working)
• Sanitary fittings (Toilet flushes, sink drains properly)
• Ventilation (Extractor fan works)
• Seals (Around the bath/shower tray)

3.6. Staircase and Landing

• Handrails (Secure, no movement)
• Steps (Even height, no squeaks, no damage)

4. Electrical Inspection

• Light switches (Working, even installation)
• Plug sockets (Functionality, aligned, no damage)
• Smoke detectors (Present, functioning)
• Thermostat (Working correctly)
• Heating system (Boiler, radiators working)
• Fuse box (Labels clear, no faults)

5. Plumbing and Heating Inspection

• Water pressure (Good pressure throughout the house)
• Hot water (Check boiler and water heaters)
• Radiators (Check for leaks, warmth distribution)
• Pipes (No visible leaks, good insulation)

6. Final Comments and Sign-off

• Additional Observations
• Contractor Comments/Feedback
• Completion Sign-off: Inspector and Contractor’s signatures

7. Additional Features

• Attach photos for each item (Use eAuditor Audits & Inspections to take and annotate photos of defects)
• Assign tasks to relevant contractors for repairs (eAuditor Audits & Inspections allows task assignment)
• Set deadlines and priorities for tasks

How to Use in eAuditor Audits & Inspections:

1. Template Creation: Use the checklist above as a template in eAuditor Audits & Inspections.
2. Custom Fields: Add custom fields for specific room names or areas.
3. Photo Capture: Ensure each item allows adding a photo.
4. Task Assignment: After completing the inspection, assign snags to contractors with deadlines.
5. Progress Monitoring: Use eAuditor Audits & Inspection’s report feature to track snag resolution progress.

This list covers most aspects of a home snagging inspection. You can easily modify and customize the checklist to suit specific properties or regional requirements.