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Property Defect Liability Period (DLP) Snagging
Duration
Agreed by scope
Investment
Custom quote
Overview
Professional Property Assessment
An inspection during an applicable defects liability period can record visible conditions for your own review and follow-up. Check the start date, duration and notification requirements in your contract. Contractual rights and developer responses vary; an inspection does not guarantee acceptance or free rectification.
Key Features
Pre-warranty expiry comprehensive inspection
Systematic defect identification and cataloging
Inspection findings documented for your own follow-up
Rectification progress is outside this inspection scope
Photographic records of observable findings
Any reinspection requires an agreed separate scope and is not guaranteed
Observations may be shared by you with the relevant party
Visual reinspection only by agreed separate scope
Strategic Benefits
Document visible conditions during the applicable period
Record accessible observations for follow-up
Clear findings for your own developer follow-up
Inspection documentation
A record of observed conditions
A record of observed conditions on the inspection date
Methodology
Our Technical Process
DLP timeline review and planning
Comprehensive property re-inspection
Defect documentation and prioritization
Developer notification and liaison
Rectification monitoring and tracking
Any reinspection requires agreed separate scope; no completion sign-off is provided
During the applicable DLP
Make time for access and records
Plan the visit early enough to review and submit any observations under the terms and deadlines that apply to your property. Warranty terms and responsibilities vary by contract and circumstance.
A useful checklist
- Share the handover date, available warranty or DLP documents, and previous defect lists.
- Note any changes or recurring symptoms, including when and where they appear.
- Arrange access to affected rooms and systems, and keep developer correspondence for your own records.
A visual inspection documents observable conditions on the inspection date. It does not determine legal entitlement, guarantee developer acceptance or replace specialist testing. A reinspection is only available by agreed separate scope and is not guaranteed.
Inquiry & FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Defects Liability Period (DLP)?
The DLP is a contract-defined period for notifying the developer or contractor about defects. Check your handover documents for its start date, duration, covered items and notification requirements. An inspection report is evidence of observed condition, not a legal opinion or guarantee of repair.
When should I book a DLP snagging inspection?
Allow time for inspection, report preparation, payment and written notification before your contractual deadline. For a stated 12-month DLP, months 10–11 can be a practical planning window; confirm the actual dates and submission process with your developer.
What happens if defects are found after my DLP expires?
Responsibility may depend on the defect, contract and applicable law. Do not assume that every right ends on one date. Seek qualified legal advice where needed; UrbanGrid records accessible findings but does not determine legal liability.
Engagement
Discuss Your Property Defect Liability Period (DLP) Snagging
"Tell us about the property and the outcome you need. We will confirm availability, scope and a custom quote before proceeding."