POST-CONSTRUCTION PROPERTY HANDOVER CHECKLIST 2026

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--- STRUCTURAL & EXTERIOR INTEGRITY ---
[ ] Foundation & Concrete Condition (No visible cracks or settling, Minor hairline cracks noted, Major structural concerns identified)
[ ] Roofing & Gutter Integrity (Pass - No leaks or debris detected, Fail - Damage or improper installation)
[ ] Exterior Envelope Inspection Points (Siding/Brickwork Inspection, Window Seal & Frame Check, Door Frame & Threshold Alignment, External Trim & Caulking)
[ ] Structural Deficiencies Found
[ ] Exterior Damage Photos
[ ] Inspector Confirmation

--- MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, & PLUMBING (MEP) SYSTEMS ---
[ ] HVAC System Operational Status (Fully Functional, Functional with Minor Issues, Requires Immediate Repair, Not Inspected)
[ ] Electrical Component Verification (Circuit Breaker Panel Labeled, All Outlets Energized, GFCI Outlets Tested, Lighting Fixtures Working, Emergency Lighting Tested)
[ ] Plumbing Leak Inspection Notes
[ ] Water Pressure Reading (PSI)
[ ] Plumbing & Electrical Inspection Photos
[ ] Technician/Inspector Verification

--- INTERIOR FINISHES & SURFACE INSPECTION ---
[ ] Wall & Paint Condition (Perfect - No defects, Minor Scratches/Scuffs, Requires Touch-up, Failed - Immediate Repair Needed)
[ ] Flooring Surfaces Inspected (Hardwood/Laminate, Carpet, Tile/Stone, Polished Concrete)
[ ] Cabinetry & Hardware Alignment
[ ] Detailed Notes on Surface Imperfections
[ ] Photo Evidence of Defects
[ ] Inspector Verification

--- SAFETY & COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION ---
[ ] Smoke & CO Detector Functionality (Fully Operational, Requires Maintenance, Non-Compliant)
[ ] Safety Equipment Inspection Items (Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Exit Signage, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Egress Path Clearance, Handrail & Guardrail Stability)
[ ] Identified Safety Deficiencies
[ ] Compliance Certificate Upload
[ ] Inspector Certification

--- APPLIANCE & FIXTURE OPERATIONAL CHECK ---
[ ] Refrigerator & Freezer Functionality (Operational, Defective, N/A)
[ ] Oven, Stove, & Cooktop Performance (Operational, Defective, N/A)
[ ] Dishwasher Drainage & Cycle Test (Passed, Failed, N/A)
[ ] HVAC Thermostat & Vent Airflow (Working Correctly, Requires Repair, N/A)
[ ] Defect Observations & Repair Notes
[ ] Photo Evidence of Appliance Condition
[ ] Inspector Verification

--- DOCUMENTATION & WARRANTY HANDOVER ---
[ ] Handover Completion Date
[ ] Included Documentation Checklist (Manufacturer Warranty Certificates, As-Built Drawings & Blueprints, Building Permits & Inspection Reports, Subcontractor Contact Directory, Appliance User Manuals, Maintenance Schedule & Service Logs)
[ ] Upload Digital Document Folder
[ ] Notes on Missing or Pending Documentation
[ ] Project Manager Acknowledgement

--- KEYS, ACCESS, & SECURITY HANDOVER ---
[ ] Key & Access Media Inventory (Front Door Master Keys, Unit/Apartment Keys, Mailbox Keys, Gate/Garage Remotes, Digital Keypad Codes, Smart Lock Access Cards, Common Area Fobs)
[ ] Master Security Code Verification
[ ] Handover Date
[ ] Property Manager Acknowledgment
[ ] Photo Proof of Key/Access Inventory
[ ] Notes on Missing or Damaged Access Hardware

--- FINAL SITE CLEANLINESS & DEBRIS REMOVAL ---
[ ] Debris Removal Completion Status (Fully Cleared, Partial Cleanup Required, Pending Contractor Removal)
[ ] Areas Requiring Detailed Cleaning (Windows & Glass Surfaces, Floors & Carpets, Cabinet Interiors, HVAC Vents & Dust Removal, Baseboards & Trim)
[ ] Post-Cleaning Photo Evidence
[ ] Remaining Debris Notes
[ ] Site Manager Final Approval

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