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 2026Gateway 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 2026CML 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 2026MEP 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 2026Snag 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 2026Snagging 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 2026The 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 2026Snag 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 2026How 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.