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What is the definition of ‘minor snagging works’?

Published by a LexisNexis Construction expert

Published on: 02 November 2018

There is no single or universal definition of ‘snagging works’ (or the term ‘snagging list’ which is commonly used).

The term ‘snagging’ is widely used in the construction industry and is often taken to mean minor defective or outstanding works which a contractor needs to address. It can be used in different contexts, eg to refer to:

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remaining works that

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Minor definition

What does Minor mean?

A person who is under the age of eighteen.

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