Snagging guides

Snagging, defects and site reports, explained

Practical guides for site engineers, project managers, clerks of works and new-build buyers, written by people who snag on real UK sites.

Guide · 1 November 2026

Gateway 3 snagging: what to have on file before you apply

Gateway 3 snagging guide for site teams: a worked HRB snag log, a suggested triage table of items to close before sign-off, and weeks to plan.

Checklist · 25 October 2026

CML Inspection Checklist UK: Pre-Handover Plot Checks

A plot-readiness CML inspection checklist for UK new builds: what the inspector checks, Part M and Part L ticks, and sample snag entries.

Checklist · 16 October 2026

MEP Snagging Checklist: Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing

A practical MEP snagging checklist for UK site engineers and snaggers: mechanical, electrical and plumbing items to check, room by room.

Comparison · 14 October 2026

Snag AI vs PlanRadar: Which Fits Your Snagging?

Comparing Snag.ai and PlanRadar for UK snagging: how each logs defects, builds reports, works offline and costs, so you pick the right fit.

Comparison · 12 October 2026

Snagging App vs Spreadsheet: What Changes on Site

A fair comparison of snagging apps and spreadsheets: logging speed, report output, offline use and set-up, so you pick the right tool for your site.

Comparison · 9 October 2026

The best snagging apps in the UK: an honest comparison

Nine snagging apps compared for UK sites and new builds: who each suits, drawings, offline use, reports and published prices, checked 30 October 2026.

Comparison · 9 October 2026

Snag AI vs Fieldwire: Best Fieldwire Alternative UK Sites

Comparing Snag AI and Fieldwire for UK snagging: how each logs defects, report output, offline use, set-up effort and pricing, with honest pros and cons.

Answer · 9 October 2026

How long do you have to report snags on a new build?

Usually two years: the builder warranty period. Here is how it works, what changes after year two, and a simple schedule for checking your home.