Construction punch list taxonomy (infographic)

By Trimble.

A well-documented punch list helps contractors, staff, subcontractors and clients complete projects.

At the end of every construction project, whether successful or not, there’s often the task of completing a construction checklist, also known as a punch list. A punch list is best described as a comprehensive checklist prepared near the completion of a construction project, listing tasks and items that do not conform to contract specifications; signifying what needs to be done before final payment.

A well-documented punch list is a powerful tool in wrapping up a construction project. More importantly, having clear and concise punch list items serves as a collaboration platform between the variety of project stakeholders, including contractors, staff, subcontractors and clients.

When creating a punch list, there are several key areas of a project that you want to have a checklist of to essentially ‘check off’ as quality and complete. But, where do you start? The below infographic showcases a taxonomy of common punch list items broken down by areas of the home or construction job site. Each project may have a unique specific checklist depending on the job and location, but this list will give you a good general idea of checklist items you should include in your closeout process.

Common Punch List Checklist Items For Easy Reference

 Plumbing:

• Hot and cold settings are correct
• Faucet works and runs
• Bathtubs and showers work
• Fix any drain and supply line leaks
• Toilets run
• Sink stoppers work

 Electrical:

• Breaker correctly labeled
• Fixtures are correct color
• Install light bulbs
• Switches work with proper polarity
• Receptacles tested and working
• Sockets free of paint
• All switches, receptacles and covers are correct color

 Walls & Ceilings:

• Drywall patching
• Walls are flat
• Free and clear of paint, dust and debris
• Paint touch up

 Appliances:

• Garbage disposal working properly
• Refrigerator is on and cold
• Dishwasher hooked up to water and working
• Oven and stove have gas/power and turned on

 Windows:

• Free and clear of paint, dust and debris
• Window caulking
• Windows lock and unlock
• Windows open and close smoothly

 Floors:

• Carpet has no warping
• Grout touch-up on tile
• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum floors
• Floors are flat with no squeaking
• Clear floors of dust and debris

 Entries & Exits:

• Door opens and closes properly
• Door hardware adjustments
• Locks installed and work properly
• Once these items have been documented in the construction checklist, it’s easy to distribute to all parties involved in order to allot time for fixing unfinished tasks. With a streamlined and up-to-date punch lists, you’ll be able to complete a project closeout in no time!

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