Independent property snagging · Dubai & whole UAE

Inspect before you accept.

Once you sign the handover, every hidden defect becomes yours. A certified inspector checks your property across 100+ points — and you hold the report within 24 hours.

  • InterNACHI® CPI®
  • 100+ checkpoints
  • RERA registered
  • Report in 24 h
  • From AED 1,200
Darnell Rieber, founder of snaggingGuard, recording findings on a tablet during an apartment inspection
Darnell Rieber · Founder & certified inspector

Independent

Invest in inspection, not repairs.

One independent inspection now saves costly repairs later. No ties to developers, agents or contractors — so we report every defect we find.

Your inspector

German precision meets the UAE property market.

Inspector checking a wall socket with a torch

Darnell Rieber

Founder & inspector, snaggingGuard

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Certification
InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspector (CPI®) · ID NACHI26021703 · Verify
Background
German construction professional — knows how buildings are built, and where defects hide.
Licence
Snagging Guard Property Observer L.L.C. · Trade License No. 1586711 · RERA ORN 58453
Languages
Reports in English · Personal support in English, German or Russian

Licensed

Licensed & certified

amp; certified

Registered with Dubai's authorities.

A fully licensed Dubai company, registered with RERA — and an internationally certified inspector.

  • Dubai Land DepartmentReal Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA)

    RERA registered

    Real Estate Office Registration Certificate, Dubai Land Department on behalf of RERA.

    ORN 58453
  • Government of DubaiDubai Department of Economy and Tourism

    Government of Dubai licence

    Commercial licence for Property Observer services, Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism.

    Licence 1586711
  • Dubai Chamber of Commerce

    Dubai Chamber member

    Registered member of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

    Member 663334
  • InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector sealInterNACHI Certified badge

    InterNACHI® CPI®

    Certified Professional Inspector, International Association of Certified Home Inspectors.

    NACHI26021703 · Verify

What's included

11 systems. 100+ checkpoints.

The full protocol, room by room. Every finding photographed, located and graded Critical, Major or Minor.

  1. 01

    Visual

    Walls, ceilings and paintwork under raking light.

  2. 02

    Tiles

    Every tile tap-tested and laser-levelled.

  3. 03

    Electrical

    Sockets, switches and DB tested to UAE codes.

  4. 04

    Plumbing

    Every tap, mixer and supply line pressure-tested.

  5. 05

    Drainage

    Every drain flow-tested for slow runs and traps.

  6. 06

    AC system

    The UAE's most critical system — our deepest check.

  7. 07

    Moisture

    Meters quantify dampness behind finishes.

  8. 08

    Thermal

    Infrared scan for what the eye can't see.

  9. 09

    Joinery

    Doors, drawers, cabinets and seals.

  10. 10

    Waterproofing

    Balcony, terrace and wet-area tests.

  11. 11

    Smart home

    Automation verified, not just installed.

  12. ✓

    One report

    Developer-ready PDF within 24 hours.

Property types

Every property. One standard.

New build or resale, residential or commercial — inspected with the same 100+ point protocol.

  • Apartment in Dubai, UAE

    Apartment

    Studio to 3-bedroom at fixed prices

  • Penthouse in Dubai, UAE

    Penthouse

    Including terraces and roof areas

  • Townhouse in Dubai, UAE

    Townhouse

    Garden, garage and every floor

  • Villa in Dubai, UAE

    Villa

    Outdoor zones, pool and garage

  • Office in Dubai, UAE

    Office

    Fit-out and MEP before you move in

  • Shop and retail in Dubai, UAE

    Shop & retail

    Ready for handover to your fit-out

  • Whole building in Dubai, UAE

    Whole building

    Multiple units for investors and owners

Pricing

Fixed prices. No surprises.

One price for the full inspection and report. Your payment secures your date — at least 48 hours before the inspection.

Studio

Re-inspection AED 600

AED 1,200
Book

1-Bedroom

Re-inspection AED 800

AED 1,600
Book

2-Bedroom Most booked

Re-inspection AED 1,150

AED 2,300
Book

3-Bedroom

Re-inspection AED 1,500

AED 3,000
Book

Villa, townhouse, penthouse, 4-bedroom+, office

Re-inspection 50%

AED 1.89 / sq ft
Book
  • Full 100+ point inspection
  • Photo PDF report in 24 hours
  • Developer follow-up support
  • Optional re-inspection at 50%

How it works

Simple. Thorough. Fast.

  1. 1Consult
  2. 2Quote
  3. 3Pay & book
  4. 4Inspect
  5. 5Report

01

Consult

Call or WhatsApp. We talk through your property, scope and timing.

Phone or WhatsApp

02

Quote

You receive a clear, non-binding quote at our fixed prices.

No obligation

03

Pay & book

Payment secures your date. It must reach us at least 48 hours before the inspection.

Bank transfer

04

Inspect

Your certified inspector on site, room by room, across all 11 systems.

100+ checkpoints

05

Report

Photo PDF within 24 hours, every defect graded Critical, Major or Minor. Optional re-inspection at 50%.

Developer-ready

Book

Book your inspection.

Tell us about your property. We prepare your quote and contact you on WhatsApp.

Property type

Whole building or something else? Message us on WhatsApp.

Required for larger properties — priced per sq ft.

Services

No payment now. Your date is confirmed once you accept the quote and pay — at least 48 hours before the inspection.

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