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Greenwich Snagging Inspection SE10
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Greenwich Peninsula is one of London's largest ongoing regeneration zones — multiple developers, multiple phases, and the quality inconsistency that comes with it. We inspect your flat before you complete, so the developer is still responsible for every defect we find.
Why Greenwich Peninsula is high-risk
Greenwich Peninsula is not a single development — it is a masterplan with dozens of separate plot developers delivering simultaneously. Knight Dragon, Berkeley Homes, Urban Splash, and others are all working to their own programmes, their own subcontractors, and their own handover targets.
The riverside location adds another layer of risk. Wind-driven rain and thermal cycling stress window seals, balcony waterproofing and facade systems harder than inland sites. Defects that would take years to manifest inland can appear in the first winter on the Thames.
An independent inspection before completion is the only way to establish the condition of your flat on the day you are legally committed to it. Once you complete, the conversation with the developer changes — and not in your favour.
Developments we cover
We inspect across SE10, SE3 and SE18. Below are the main sites.
SE10 — One of Europe's largest urban regeneration projects. Multiple phases across Upper and Lower Riverside, The Lighterman and Central Park. Each phase has different developers and different quality control standards — check which phase your property is in.
SE3 — Large Berkeley Homes development near Kidbrooke station. Houses and apartments across multiple phases. Common issues: drainage around houses, kitchen unit alignment, ventilation in internal bathrooms.
SE10 — Former industrial riverside site. A mix of apartment types. Riverside-facing units have additional checks for balcony waterproofing and curtain-wall glazing seals.
SE10 — Residential towers within the Peninsula masterplan. High-rise units carry the same elevated risk as any tall building — ventilation, window seals and communal corridor fire doors all require thorough inspection.
SE18 (Woolwich) — Large ongoing development on the former Royal Arsenal site. Multiple phases. Shared ownership units are available here — housing association sign-off is not an independent inspection.
We inspect all new-build and near-new developments across SE10, SE3, SE7 and SE18 (Woolwich).
⚠ Riverside-specific risks
Thames-facing units at Greenwich Peninsula and Morden Wharf face more intense weather exposure than typical London new builds. We pay particular attention to balcony and terrace waterproofing membranes, curtain-wall and window seal integrity, and any facade penetrations (pipe outlets, ventilation grilles) that require weathertight sealing. These are the items that fail first — and cost most to fix.
Our packages
Full snagging inspection with defect report and priority ratings. Report within 24 hours.
Full inspection plus a personal briefing call before your handover. Best for solo buyers and first-time buyers.
Full inspection plus repair cost estimates for every defect. Useful when you need figures to negotiate with the developer or support a formal complaint.
Inspection + repair costs + thermal imaging. Particularly valuable for riverside units — thermal imaging identifies moisture ingress and insulation gaps before they cause visible damage.
Frequently asked questions
Do you carry out snagging inspections in Greenwich?
Yes. We cover all SE10 developments, including Greenwich Peninsula, Morden Wharf and adjacent postcodes. We also cover SE3 (Kidbrooke Village) and SE18 (Royal Arsenal Riverside, Woolwich).
What defects are most common at Greenwich Peninsula?
Based on our inspections: ventilation systems not functioning correctly (especially in internal bathrooms without natural light or air), balcony and terrace drainage issues, curtain-wall glazing seal failures, bathroom silicone quality, and kitchen cabinet alignment. In Knight Dragon phases specifically, large-format tiling hollow spots are a recurring issue.
Is Greenwich Peninsula high-risk for defects?
Yes — for two reasons. First, it is a massive multi-phase project involving many different developers and subcontractors. Quality is inconsistent between phases and even between plots within a phase. Second, the riverside location subjects window and balcony seals to more wind-driven rain and thermal stress than an inland development. These seals are more likely to fail early.
Do you inspect flats at Kidbrooke Village?
Yes. Kidbrooke Village is a large Berkeley Homes development in SE3. We inspect both houses and apartments. Berkeley Homes deliver to a reasonable standard, but no volume developer is immune to defects under delivery pressure. Internal bathroom ventilation and door alignment are consistent issues across Berkeley sites.
I'm buying at Royal Arsenal Riverside — is that covered?
Yes. Royal Arsenal Riverside in SE18 (Woolwich) is covered. It is a large ongoing Berkeley Homes development. Shared ownership units are available there — if you are buying shared ownership, your housing association is not inspecting on your behalf.
How do I book a Greenwich inspection?
Book online at bluntsnag.co.uk/book — it takes 2 minutes. Alternatively WhatsApp us on +44 7553 696777. We recommend booking at least 2 weeks before your completion date to allow time for developer access coordination.
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