Snagging is a crucial step for you whenever you move into a new home, whether newly built or renovated. It is done to ensure that everything is perfect and in good working condition.
The snagging inspection is crucial to ensure that no unwanted surprises are waiting for you in your newly bought property. You can perform DIY snagging or hire a professional snagging expert, but which option is better is the question that often arises in the minds of property owners.
In this blog, we will provide the pros and cons of both services, which will help you make a more precise decision.
Importance Of Snagging Inspection For Your Property
Snagging means inspecting a property to identify any issues like cosmetic or major structural defects. It helps pick the minor faults earlier rather than waiting for them to become disastrous.
Snagging is done after the construction work is declared completed before deciding to use them. It ensures that the project is free of all major and minor defects, making it a sane decision to move there. Fixing defects or carrying out major renovation because of faults is difficult while living there. It is advisable to carry out a thorough snagging inspection while you have not started using the property. Also, it must be noted that there is a major difference in snagging while inspecting small properties compared to the huge luxurious ones.
Pros Of Do-It-Yourself DIY Snagging Approach
Many property owners decide to perform snagging of their territory by themselves. Some of the advantages or lucrative benefits that appeal while adopting the DIY approach of snagging are:
The first and foremost benefit of performing DIY snagging is its cost-effectiveness as it is free of cost. The owners can save many expenses by doing it yourself, which is not a financial burden.
The owners are familiar with their property and cannot identify minor or major defects. Also, your preferences are important in determining the hurdles between your property and comfort.
You can control the process at your own pace and according to your timeline. There is no need to rush to the conclusion.
Pros Of Hiring The Services Of Professional Snagging Experts
Hiring services of professional snagging experts seems like a financial burden, but the advantages are:
- A professional snagging expert has the experience and significant expertise to help them identify defects. They know their jobs perfectly, making them capable of identifying them immediately.
- It could take several days for a non-professional person to detect the issues. At the same time, a professional inspector would identify them within no time, making the process quick and saving time.
- An expert would provide a detailed report outlining every major or minor issue. The report would serve as the basis of discussion, ensuring that every aspect is covered elaborately.
Cons Of DIY Snagging Inspection
While DIY snagging comes with its own set of advantages, the drawbacks could be:
Although you can perform snagging of your property, it would not be effective unless you are an expert in it because you would miss out on major problems as they are not visible.
Snagging performed by yourself could take much more time than the one in which you hire the services of a professional snagging expert because inspecting the property would take time and consume more energy than you could have expected. If you are inexperienced, you look at major issues while noticing the minor ones.
Cons Of Professional Snagging Inspection
There are many advantages to hiring the services of a professional snagging expert. However, it comes with its set of disadvantages. Some of them are:
- The primary disadvantage of carrying out snagging inspection is that it is cost-bearing. You have to allocate a portion of it in your budget.
- You have to make an appointment with a professional and then wait till your turn, which would cause other aspects to stay on the waiting list.
Final Thoughts
To opt for a DIY approach or book an appointment with a professional snagging expert. You have the only authority to decide which path to move forward depending on your choice, preferences, budget, and timeline.
FAQs
What could be the estimated cost for snagging in the UAE?
The estimated cost could range from AED 1,000 to AED 5,000, depending on the property size and condition.
Isn’t it an extra expense if my property is in good condition?
For many property owners, it is an extra cost, but opting for snagging in the long run is wise.
