Snagging List in Cyprus: how to ensure your new building is spotless

Buying a home is always a joyous occasion, and a new-build property in Cyprus is a special one. Modern architecture, sea views, new engineering systems and the opportunity to move straight in look very tempting. However, even a new-build property may not be perfect. Very often in the projects can be found minor, or even serious defects. To protect your own interests, as well as to make sure that the builder has performed all the work properly, perform Snagging List Cyprus.

Snagging List – what is it?

The Snagging List is an official list of all the faults and defects found in a new property after construction has been completed. But it is compiled before signing the acceptance certificate or immediately after it. These can be both minor defects and serious deviations from the design or quality standards. The list of defects of new buildings in Cyprus usually includes the presence of:

• cracks in the walls or ceiling;
• uneven flooring or tiles;
• poorly installed windows or doors;
• plumbing leaks and defects;
• electrical problems;
• chips, stains, outlets that don’t work;
• lack of finishes in promised areas;
• errors in the installation of kitchen equipment and furniture.

Such defects seem insignificant, but after signing the final documents, their correction will fall on the buyer, not the developer.

How do you make a Snagging List Cyprus?

The snagging list is drawn up by a professional. This can be an engineer, an architect or a qualified inspector independent of the builder. The process is as follows:

1. Visual and instrumental inspection of the property. The inspector examines every inch of the premises, from the foundation to the roof. He checks all technical elements, finishes, built-in furniture, plumbing, windows, doors and engineering systems.
2. Fixing of all defects and deviations. Each defect is recorded in a table. The exact location, description of the problem, level of urgency, possible solution are also indicated.
3. Formation of the report. The results of the inspection are formalized in the form of a document, Snagging Report. It indicates a complete list of all deficiencies and the terms of their execution, attach photos and schemes, recommendations for elimination.
4. Forwarding the report to the builder. The report is sent to the construction company with a requirement to remove defects within an agreed timeframe. This usually happens before the keys are officially handed over or full payment is made.

It is best to draw up a list of defects in a new building in Cyprus before the acceptance certificate is signed. In this case, the buyer has legal grounds to demand the removal of all defects without incurring additional costs.

As with the technical inspection, it is important that the list is compiled by an independent expert, not a representative of the developer. Only in this case you can talk about real objectivity and protection of your interests.

Hinode provides a professional service of Snagging List in Cyprus for apartments, villas and townhouses in any area of the island. We will help you to get quality housing that meets the developer’s promises – without hidden problems and unpleasant surprises.