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Q: Do you offer Pre-Completion Inspections (PCI) under the NHQB Code?

No — and here’s why.

The NHQB’s Pre-Completion Inspection (PCI) is a limited visual-only check carried out shortly before legal completion. It is restricted in scope and does not allow the use of tools such as damp meters, levels, or borescopes. - only unaided visual checks and basic photographic documentation is allowed.

At StructureSurvey, we specialise in comprehensive post-completion inspections, which go well beyond the NHQB’s minimum requirements. Our inspections are carried out with full access, the use of professional tools, and are aligned with recognised industry standards such as NHBC tolerances, Building Regulations, and British Standards.

This means we can identify both cosmetic and technical issues — not just what’s visible at a glance.

We know there’s a lot to think about at this stage. You’re welcome to ask us things like:

  • Do you cover my area?

  • What’s included in a full snagging inspection?

  • When are you next available?

  • Can you inspect [type of property]?

  • How soon will I get my report?

Why Would I Need an Independent Snagging Inspection?

It’s a fair question. After all, your home will have been inspected at several stages:

  • The builder signs off internally to confirm work completion.

  • Building Control inspects key stages to ensure compliance with minimum Building Regulations—not to check overall quality or cosmetic finish.

  • The warranty provider carries out periodic inspections focusing on major structural risks—not full snagging or final finish quality.

  • A mortgage valuation surveyor (often RICS-accredited) assesses value for the lender. They are not tasked with performing a detailed condition or snagging survey.

An independent snagging inspection fills this gap. I work solely for you, the buyer, to carry out a thorough, unbiased, detailed assessment of the entire property. My focus is to identify incomplete works, poor finishes, and hidden defects before they become your problem.

It’s about peace of mind—and making sure the home you paid for meets the standards you rightly expect.

We’ll get back to you within 24 hours, often sooner.

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