Snagging is the pre-handover inspection of a new property to identify defects and unfinished work for the developer to fix before the buyer takes possession.

Snagging is the process of inspecting a newly built property to find defects, faults, and unfinished work before handover. The buyer (or a professional snagging company) lists issues — from cosmetic finishing to plumbing or electrical faults — so the developer can rectify them before possession.

For off-plan buyers, snagging is the practical checkpoint between “construction complete” and “ready to accept.” It ensures the delivered unit matches the expected standard.

For developers and property managers, tracking units through construction, snagging, and handover keeps inventory status accurate and buyers informed. IRM365 tracks each unit through its status lifecycle and ties it to the deal and customer in property and unit management.