New build snagging survey in Bolton
Independent snagging inspections for new build homes in Bolton and the surrounding towns. RPSA-accredited, fully insured, drone & thermal imaging included as standard — and a builder-ready report within 48 hours.
Short-notice inspections across all BL postcodes.
Snagging inspections for Bolton new builds
We inspect every type of new build in Bolton and across Greater Manchester, from first-time-buyer apartments to five-bedroom detached homes. A typical inspection logs 100–300 defects — from paint and sealant finish to roof tiles, missing loft insulation, cold bridging and plumbing leaks you'd never spot unaided.
Developments we regularly visit
- Horwich, Blackrod and Westhoughton estates
- Bromley Cross and Egerton family housing
- Farnworth and Little Lever releases
Included as standard
- Drone roof survey — tiles, flashing, ridge and gutter defects.
- Thermal imaging — missing insulation, cold spots, hidden leaks.
- NHBC/NHQB-aligned PDF report, fully insured and RPSA-accredited.
Fixed prices for Bolton homeowners
No travel charges anywhere in Greater Manchester. What you're quoted is what you pay.
- 1–2 bedrooms
- from £349
- 3 bedrooms
- from £400
- 4 bedrooms
- from £490
- 5 bedrooms
- from £600
Reporting deadlines matter: most cosmetic and workmanship defects must be reported in writing within your first two years. Read the NHBC & NHQB timeframes or work through our free room-by-room snagging checklist.
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Bolton snagging survey FAQs
How much does a snagging survey cost in Bolton?
Fixed prices from £349 for a 1–2 bedroom new build, up to £600 for five bedrooms. Drone and thermal imaging are included, with no travel charges in Greater Manchester.
When should I book my inspection?
Ideally before legal completion, or within your first two years while the builder remains responsible for cosmetic and workmanship defects under NHBC and NHQB guidelines.
How quickly will I get my report?
Your builder-ready PDF report, complete with photographs and NHBC/NHQB references, is emailed within 48 hours of the inspection.