The Professional Snagging Company Ltd

What The Professional Snagging Company Ltd does

The Professional Snagging Company Ltd is a UK-based independent professional snagging inspection firm providing defect identification and quality assurance surveys for new-build residential and commercial properties. Founded as a private limited company (Company Number 12387145) and operating from its Manchester headquarters with regional offices in Chelmsford and Birmingham, the firm positions itself as the only RICS-regulated nationwide professional snagging company in the UK, with nationwide coverage across England, Scotland, and Wales. The company's core offering is a two-tier inspection service: a Bronze pre-completion inspection meeting New Homes Quality Board requirements, and a more detailed Silver/Gold post-completion inspection based on building regulations and warranty provider tolerances. Inspections are conducted by RICS- and RPSA-accredited surveyors, including a Chartered Building Engineer with 25+ years of experience, supported by advanced diagnostic equipment such as thermal imaging cameras for non-destructive thermal analysis and Civil Aviation Authority-registered drone operators for aerial roof and hard-to-reach-area surveys. Reports are delivered as annotated PDFs within 48 hours and typically identify an average of 150+ defects per property.

The firm generates revenue through unit-priced professional services, with consumers paying deposits from £45 and completing payment before inspection (with three-payment plans available), and commercial clients paying project-based fees. Pricing includes regional adjustments (£45 London surcharge), property-size premiums (£50 per 500 sq ft beyond 2,500 sq ft), and à-la-carte add-ons (drone survey +£45, thermal imaging +£45, re-inspection £350/£395 London). Go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer self-service online booking via the company website with referral channels (HomeOwners Alliance, estate agents, mortgage brokers) for residential customers, and direct business-development sales for commercial clients including property developers, construction companies, contractors, banks, hedge funds, architects, hotels (e.g., KRO Hotels' Hotel Forty Seven), offices (THG Studios' £29M ICON Offices), and public-sector clients (William Murdoch Primary School). The company also serves adjacent segments through specialized Landlord Snagging and Extensions & Renovation Snagging services.

The business is fully independent with no disclosed parent company, no external funding, and no subsidiaries, operating with 11-50 employees across its three offices. It is regulated by RICS, is a member of the Residential Property Surveyors Association, holds chartered status with the Association of Building Engineers, and is authorized to conduct NHQB-compliant pre-completion inspections. Marketing includes a multi-channel mix of content marketing (blog and educational resources covering LABC warranties, NHBC guides, new build heat issues), organic social media (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube), and earned media coverage in major outlets including BBC, The Guardian, Financial Times, The Sun, and Daily Record. Recent recognition includes the Snagging Build Award at the Home Builder Awards in 2026, awarded for the second consecutive year.

Name

The Professional Snagging Company Ltd

Legal name

The Professional Snagging Company Ltd

Website

https://snaggingcompany.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Professional Snagging Company Ltd is a UK-based independent inspection firm that delivers RICS-regulated snagging surveys for new-build residential and commercial properties, identifying construction defects using accredited surveyors, thermal imaging, and CAA-registered drone technology to serve homebuyers, landlords, and commercial developers across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Property Inspection Services

NAICS

Building Inspection Services (541350)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Roof Inspection, Preventive Maintenance & Tune-Ups (HSAGAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Roof/Attic Visual Check (Leaks, Flashing, Ventilation) (HSAGAOAJ), Testing, Adjusting & Balancing (TAB) & Performance Verification (BPABACAJ)

Keywords

• Property snagging inspections
• New build surveys
• Thermal imaging surveys
• Drone roof inspections
• RICS regulated surveyors

Headquarters

HQ city

Manchester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Snagging Survey Services: One-time professional services revenue from conducting property inspections. Services include pre-completion inspections, post-completion inspections, drone surveys, thermal imaging surveys, and re-inspection surveys. Customers pay a deposit (from £45) with the balance paid before the inspection. Payment plans available to spread costs across three payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Professional Snagging Company provides independent snagging inspections for new-build residential properties, identifying defects, poor workmanship, and building regulation failures through two main tiers: a Pre-Completion Inspection (NHQB-compliant entry-level assessment) and a Post-Completion Inspection (detailed inspection based on building regulations and warranty tolerances). The company also offers Drone Surveys, Thermal Imaging Surveys, Re-Inspection Surveys, and specialized Commercial Snagging for developers and construction firms.

Product overview

The Professional Snagging Company offers a unified inspection service for new build properties with two primary tiers (Pre-Completion and Post-Completion inspections) and several optional add-on services. The core offering is the Snagging Survey, which produces a comprehensive Snagging List report within 48 hours. Add-on services include Drone Survey (£45), Thermal Imaging Survey (£45), and Re-Inspection Survey (£350). The company also provides specialized Commercial Snagging, Extensions & Renovation Snagging, and Landlord Snagging services. All services are delivered by RICS/RPSA accredited surveyors who use specialized equipment including thermal cameras and CAA-registered drones.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pre-Completion Inspection Entry-level snagging inspection meeting New Homes Quality Board requirements, conducted by a RICS or RPSA Accredited Surveyor before property completion. Includes a checklist PDF report emailed within 48 hours. Designed for new-build homebuyers needing a baseline assessment.
• Post-Completion Inspection Detailed snagging inspection based on building regulations and warranty provider tolerances, conducted by RICS or RPSA Accredited Surveyors after completion. Produces a fully annotated PDF report with images within 48 hours, with optional drone and thermal imaging add-ons. Designed for new-build homebuyers seeking the most comprehensive check.
• Drone Survey Aerial inspection service using Civil Aviation Authority registered drone operators to inspect roofs, flashings, gutters, soffits, fascia, roof tiles, ridges, valleys, chimneys, gables, abutments, vent tiles, skylights, and dormers. Annotated images are included in the snagging report. Can also provide measured surveys with 2D Orthomosaics and 3D Building Modelling. Priced at an additional £45.
• Thermal Imaging Survey Non-destructive thermal analysis using thermal imaging cameras to detect heat loss, poor thermal performance, water ingress, brick or rendering faults, drafts around windows and doors, insulation issues, and heating system performance. All annotated images are included in the report. Priced at an additional £45.
• Re-Inspection Survey Follow-up snagging inspection to verify that issues raised in the original snagging report have been rectified correctly before the builder's warranty period ends. Costs £350 for standard regions and £395 for London.
• Commercial Snagging Quality assurance inspection services for commercial clients including property developers, construction companies, contractors, banks, hedge funds, and architects. Covers residential developments, conversions, fit outs, hotels, student accommodation, and public spaces. Sold via direct outreach and relationship-based sales.
• Extensions & Renovation Snagging Surveys Snagging inspection service tailored to renovation and extension projects including kitchen installations, bathroom installations, single and double story extensions, bifold installations, new window and door installations, and summer houses.
• Landlord Snagging Service Inspection service for landlords and overseas property investors covering HMO conversion inspections, renovation inspections, and liaison with estate agents and developers. Designed to help property investors ensure developers have delivered on promises and protect their return on investment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average 150+ snags found per survey vs 10-30 found by untrained homeowners
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)coreOthersThe company is regulated by RICS, one of the few RICS Regulated professional snagging companies in the UK. All inspectors meet criteria for being suitably qualified including membership of recognized professional associations experienced in surveying residential properties.
• Residential Property Surveyors Association (RPSA)coreOthersMembers of the RPSA, a professional body for residential property surveyors. Inspectors hold RPSA accreditation for pre-completion inspections.
• Association of Building Engineers (CABE)supportingOthersThe company has chartered status with the Association of Building Engineers. Senior Manager Andrew Pemberton is a Chartered Building Engineer member of CABE.
• HomeOwners AlliancesupportingOthersProudly published by the HomeOwners Alliance, providing credibility and visibility among homeowner audiences. Company articles featured on HOA website.
• New Homes Quality Board (NHQB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuthorized to conduct Pre-Completion Inspections meeting NHQB requirements. The company's pre-completion inspection checklist has been approved by NHQB and construction industry focus group.
• Civil Aviation Authority (UK)supportingTechnology or IntegrationAll drone inspectors are Civil Aviation Authority registered drone operators, meeting regulatory requirements for aerial inspections.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Snagging.co.uk: UK snagging inspection specialist offering new-build snagging surveys to homeowners. Directly comparable in product (pre/post-completion snagging) and target market (UK new-build buyers), positioning it as the closest direct competitor to the Professional Snagging Company.
• Home Snagging UK: UK snagging survey business focused on identifying defects in newly built homes. Overlaps directly with the Professional Snagging Company's consumer-facing snagging core service and pricing model.
• New Build Inspector: New-build-focused inspection service providing pre-completion and post-completion snagging surveys for UK homebuyers. Comparable core offering, customer segment, and report-based delivery model make it a direct peer.

Others

• Checkatrade: UK marketplace connecting consumers with vetted tradespeople, including independent snagging inspectors. Related as the leading consumer-acquisition channel for adjacent independent snagging operators rather than a direct competitor.
• HomeOwners Alliance: Homeowner advocacy and advice organization that publishes content on snagging and refers homeowners to providers. A referral ecosystem participant rather than a competitor, directly relevant as a GTM partner to the Professional Snagging Company.
• TrustMark: UK government-endorsed quality scheme for tradespeople and home improvement services. Ecosystem-relevant rather than directly competitive, providing alternate trust signals for snagging-adjacent trades.

Broad incumbents

• Premier Guarantee: UK structural warranty provider that conducts new-build inspections as part of warranty issuance. Overlaps with the broader new-build inspection space and competes indirectly for developer-side quality assurance budgets.
• LABC Warranty: UK building-control-aligned warranty and inspection provider. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the new-build inspection and warranty ecosystem rather than a dedicated snagging competitor.
• National House Building Council (NHBC): UK's largest new-home warranty and inspection provider, indirectly adjacent through its inspection footprint and NHQB standards that underpin the Professional Snagging Company's pre-completion framework. A broad incumbent rather than a direct snagging competitor.

Emerging players

• Building Surveying Practices (RICS Regulated): Many mid-sized RICS-regulated building surveying firms (e.g., regional chartered practices) periodically offer snagging as an extension of home surveys. They represent emerging/peering competitors that could expand nationally to challenge the Professional Snagging Company's regulated-only positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/SnaggingCompany
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@snaggingcompany
• Facebookfacebook.com/SnaggingCompany
• Instagraminstagram.com/snagging_company/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-professional-snagging-company-ltd

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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