Top Property Inspection Dubai Companies – Cost & Reviews (Updated 2026)
Last article, the consensus we gathered is that property inspection in Dubai – where a professional does an inspection with a snag list on a property before a purchase – is a crucial step often overlooked by buyers.
Uncovering hidden secrets allow the buyer to renegotiate or walk away from the deal. And trust us, it’s worth paying attention to.
In this guide, we shortlist the most reliable snagging Dubai companies based on price, turnaround time, and client reviews, along with expert tips on property inspection to help you catch issues early and finalise a solid snag list before handover.
Property Inspection – Cost & Reviews (Updated 2026)
To keep things comparable, we quoted for:
- 3000 Sq Ft 4 Bedroom Apartment
- Location: Dubai Marina
| Snagging Dubai | Full Inspection Cost (inclusive of VAT) | MEP (AC, Mechanical, Plumbing) (inclusive of VAT) | Re-inspection Discount* (After fixes are completed) | Inspection Time | Report Result | Google Review* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Snagging.ae | AED 3150 | AED 2520 | Included | 2-4 Hours | 24 Hours | 5.0 (836 Reviews) |
| Dubai Property Snagging | AED 2835 | AED 2480 | Included | 2.5 Hours | 24 Hours | 4.9 (190 Reviews) |
| GTA Inspectors | AED 3460 | AED 3160 | Included | 2 Hours | Same Day | 4.8 (306 Reviews) |
| Property Check | AED 3150 | AED 2099 | AED 1050 | 3 Hours | 24 Hours | 5.0 (495 Reviews) |
| Land Sterling | AED 4500 | AED 2520 | 30% | 3-4 Hours | 1-2 Working Days | 4.7 (85 Reviews) |
| Properscan | AED 2740 | AED 1644 | Pending | 2 Hours | 24 Hours | 4.8 (52 Reviews) |
| RAMI Inspection | AED 4500 | AED 4000 | 50% | 1-3 Hours | 3 Working Days | 4.8 (280 Reviews) |
* It is worth noting that new build properties do come with a 1-year Defect and Liability Period (DLP). This may vary according to your developer, some developers offer 2 years on the MEP and 1 year on the architectural and civil works.
What to Know Before a Property Inspection
To better understand what homebuyers are really getting into, we sat down with Ehab Farid from GTA Inspectors. He walked us through how snagging Dubai services can make a difference to the quality of a new home and shared practical tips to help buyers make more informed decisions.
Editor’s note: Ehab was the only inspector who truly went into the details. He followed up with voice notes to explain every question we had 0 sometimes late at night, sometimes early in the morning – which really stood out to us.
What Should Buyer Know Before Buying a Property in Dubai?
“Pre-handover of brand new properties is not free of faults as people might think and used to in the western world. There are many teething issues ranging from poor finishing/cosmetics to major structural defects.” Ehab said, explaining that homebuyers should be cautious when buying off-plans in Dubai.
Resale properties, especially if tenanted, may have some critical defects that oftentimes kill the deal. He told us, “I have seen many cases of mold infestations resulting from a water leak that was never attended to, and termite infestations (less likely) that are more serious and difficult to rectify.”
👉 Tip: “Have a temporary DEWA connection by the developer for brand-new handover OR have the landlord connect DEWA in resale properties for inspection. This is essential to reveal critical issues to the buyers prior to finalizing the deal.” Ehab – GTA Inspectors
Why Use a Property Inspection Dubai Company?
“Specialized, experienced, and licensed inspectors are trained to find defects. They have the tools required to see things not typically spotted by the naked eye.” he said.
👉 Tip: Take a look at their sample report. It will give you an idea of how much depth the company typically provides. Reports should include photographs and detailed descriptions of any issues, or defects, room by room, including garage, pool, and roof spaces (for villas or townhouses).
“Some believe that a pre-handover inspection for brand new properties is not necessary as developers offer a 12-month warranty. It’s a bad idea to count on this.
If you read the warranty’s fine print, it may not cover the defects identified during the inspection. Even if they do cover it, it may be a safety concern that needs to be taken care of prior to moving in.”
You don’t want to move in only to find out that there is a water leak from the kitchen ceiling, then need to schedule workers to come in, break down the walls, and occupy your home for 3 days to fix the leak.
What Happens After Getting a Snagging Dubai Report?
Snagging report is not just a laundry list of issues; it’s your ticket to ensuring that your new home is up to scratch and getting the best deal possible.
After you review the report from your snagging Dubai company, it’s really up to you what to do with what you discover.
When it comes to brand-new homes, Ehab said “the only route is to send the inspection report to the developer, so that the rectification work is completed before the buyer accepts the handover and keys.”
👉 For Resale Properties, You Can:
1. Proceed with the purchase (knowing what the issues are)
2. Ask the seller to repair issues based on the snag list
3. Re-negotiate the price based on the issues
4. Walk away from the deal (just too many major problems)
5. Use the report as a snag list to verify if the damages (by tenants) has been fixed.
To sum it up, don’t buy blindly.
Get a property inspection before committing to a home is a smart move. It’s all about catching issues early through a snag list, making sure your property is safe, and most importantly, giving you peace of mind.
