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Before you complete on your new build property, a Level 1 Snag Survey gives you clarity and confidence. Whether you are buying your first home or a new development investment, we help you identify defects early so they can be addressed by the developer before handover.
At PDC Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultancy, we support new build buyers throughout Northern Ireland with clear, professional snagging inspections carried out at the right time.
With over 15 years of experience, our RICS Accredited Surveyors deliver detailed Level 1 Snag Survey reports that help buyers protect their investment and ensure developers meet expected standards before completion.
A Level 1 Snag Survey is a visual inspection of a new build or newly converted property, typically carried out before legal completion or during the defects liability period.
The survey focuses on visible internal and external elements, identifying poor workmanship, incomplete items and minor defects that should be rectified by the builder. No invasive testing or structural investigation is included, making it ideal for pre-completion checks.
A clear written snagging report is provided, ready to be submitted directly to the developer.
We offer two unique services that set us apart in Northern Ireland: Walkthrough and Fast-Track services. These are designed to enhance your experience and provide more value throughout your property journey.
We are the only property surveyors in Northern Ireland offering Walkthrough Services during the survey. Our surveyors will be on-site with you during the inspection, and we will talk about our findings as they arise. This one-on-one experience ensures that you fully understand the property's condition and provides an opportunity to ask questions and receive immediate feedback.
Need your survey results fast? We are proud to be the only property consultancy in Northern Ireland offering Fast-Track Services. We can complete your survey in a shorter timeframe, helping you meet tight deadlines while ensuring high-quality results.
We believe in providing not only expert advice but also a service you can trust. With years of experience and a dedicated team, we’re proud to be one of Northern Ireland’s most highly rated property surveyors and property consultants.
Split payment? No problem. We accept card payments online, and with just a 50% deposit, your survey is secured. Plus, we offer Klarna, allowing you to spread the cost even further, making it easier than ever to get the survey you need without the financial stress.
Buyers across Northern Ireland trust our Level 1 Snag Surveys to highlight issues early, avoid disputes, and ensure their new homes meet expected standards before moving in.
See why homeowners and property professionals rely on our clear reporting, attention to detail and professional service.
I had a great experience with PDC Chartered Surveyors. Martina and the team at PDC made the whole process smooth, ensuring everything was well communicated. The report was very detailed and I would highly recommend their services.
Very thorough report, recommend doing the on site walkthrough also.
Highly recommend! Communication with Martina is excellent and quick! A very efficient service.
Excellent service. Communicated all steps clearly and in a timely fashion. Survey itself was done to a high standard. Highly recommended
We solicited several surveyors to use for our proposed purchase. Through our interactions we decided to go with PDC based on Martina’s no pressure approach, her open and honest advice as well as her customer first attitude. We were not disappointed. When the survey was completed Paddy and Martina walked my wife and me through their findings and gave us the information we needed in an easy to understand way. This allowed us to make the right decision for not only our immediate needs and wants but for the future. We cannot thank or recommend PDC (Paddy and Martina) enough and they would be our go to providers again if we required another survey. Brilliant service, brilliant people.
Friendly, fast and I could ask as many questions as I needed. Martina has been brilliant every step of the way, no hassle. Have worked with them 5 times and wouldn’t buy a house now without Paddy. 10/10 would definitely recommend!!
Paddy is brilliant he has saved us buying some really bad properties. Would not buy without paddy surveying first
Professional and very helpful service from Paddy and Martina. They provided a timely comprehensive survey of my property and were very generous with their time in dealing with my queries and assisting me locate local trades people.
Both Martina and Paddy were absolutely great from beginning to end. Very professional and very quick turnaround time from initial enquiry to undertaking the site survey to then producing the survey report. Both Martina and Paddy are extremely knowledgeable and were absolutely great at answering all of our initial questions, and Paddy explained the surveying process to us in an easy to understand and accessible way. Would not hesitate in using PDC again in future on any projects and would be definitely recommending them for any project. Thanks again Martina & Paddy!
I contacted PDC for a quote for a survey on a property I was interested in. From the beginning, Martina has been fantastic and couldn't do enough to help me! Whether it was talking me through the survey to ensure I fully understood its contents, or offering reassurance, the service has been exceptional. The survey and report were both extremely valuable when it came to negations, and decision making as Paddy makes sure that everything you need is detailed. I would highly recommend PDC to anyone that requires their services as they are the only aspect of the entire house buying process that I haven't had to second guess, for me, they are the best in the business.
PDC have been excellent, the report was detailed and much appreciated. The survey covered items that we had not thought about. You are in safe hands with this company!
We had a really positive experience with PDC, Patrick did a very thorough survey and explained everything really well to me. Martina was excellent and we got our report quickly after the survey . The survey itself is very clear. Thank you so much Paddy and Martina for the great help and for all the advices and for the support.
PDC were recommended to me to undertake a survey of a house I am buying. The property is old so it was important to get a good survey. I am very happy with the survey I received, its really comprehensive, explained things clearly and I found the use of photos really helpful. The report raised some structural issues which I am exploring further and am really grateful that it was so comprehensive. I really enjoyed speaking with Martina, she explained things really well and always responded quickly. I am really glad I used PDC and would like to thank them for the great service they provided.
Thanks PDC for the quick, professional and helpful service! My Pre Purchase Report was detailed covering what I needed to see and nothing was too much when dealing with Martina who was very responsive in dealing with any requests and organising the survey. Thanks again, Stephen
Got an excellent service from the company. Survey completed when advised.
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Buying a new build home? A Level 1 Snag Survey is one of the smartest steps you can take before completion. Whether your property is in Belfast, Derry, Newry or beyond, we provide clear, independent snagging reports you can rely on.
Contact us today to arrange your Level 1 Snag Survey in Northern Ireland and move into your new home with confidence.
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