TOWNHOUSE PUNCH LIST:

THINGS TO INSPECT BEFORE THE TURNOVER

This Punch List will help you identify things you should inspect in your new townhouse. Go
through the items on the list and check off things that are in working order and note down
your comments about issues that need to be resolved. Feel free to add your own items on
the list.

Mark the Completed section once your concerns or issues have been resolved by the
developer, and keep this file for your reference.

Please note:
If you have further concerns about your unit, feel free to add your own recommendations on the list.

ELECTRICAL WORK
What to check Notes Completed
Make sure all light fixtures are fully installed
and there are no broken parts.

Turn on each light switch and fixture to see

if it works correctly.

Plug a small appliance, like a radio, into each outlet

to check if it works.

Test the doorbell.

PLUMBING
What to check Notes Completed

Check every faucet to see if they turn on and off easily.

Run every fixture for five minutes. Check for leaks

from the base of the fixture and drips from the faucet.

KITCHEN
What to check Notes Completed

Check countertops for surface scratches.

Inspect the front of each cabinet for a smooth finish.

Open every cabinet and check if hinges

and hardware are sturdy.
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What to check Notes Completed

See if each drawer pulls in and out smoothly.

BATHROOM
What to check Notes Completed
Inspect the bathtub, shower, sink, and
toilet for chips and cracks.
Close the bathtub and sink stoppers. Add a couple
of inches of water. Wait two to three minutes to be
sure the stopper does not leak.
Flush all toilets. Check for leaks around
the base of the toilet.
Sit on the toilet to make sure it is securely fastened
to the floor.

WINDOWS
What to check Notes Completed
Check glass panes to make sure there are no cracks.

Open each window to its fullest and then close it

tight. Light a candle or a matchstick near the
window. If the flame flickers, There’s an air gap.

Check the sturdiness of all hinges and hardware.

If there are screens installed, make sure each one is

securely in place. Look for holes or tears in the
screen.

DOORS
What to check Notes Completed
Open and close all doors to their fullest and make
sure there are no dragging sounds. See if the hinges
work smoothly.

Make sure all sides of the door are painted, including

the tops, bottoms, and edges.

Lock and unlock every door. Make sure the locks

operate smoothly.

Check the threshold under every door to be sure

that there’s no open space under the door.
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WALLS, FLOORS, AND CEILINGS

What to check Notes Completed
Check if the wall finish has met your desired level
of smoothness.

Check for visible seams or nail heads.

Confirm that the paint and varnish colors are correct.

Check floor and ceiling moldings. Look for a smooth

finish with no protruding nail heads.

Watch out for broken, chipped or cracked floor and

wall tiles. Check for missing grout.

Watch out for scratch marks on hardwood, tile, and

linoleum flooring.

GATE
What to check Notes Completed
Make sure the gate opens and closes completely.

If there is an automatic gate opener, test the door

from the wall switch and from the remote control.

EXTERIOR
What to check Notes Completed
Make sure the paintwork is in the correct color and
that all surfaces are evenly covered.

Check to make sure all gutters and downspouts

are installed.

Make sure there are no cracks in the garage floor,

driveway, or patio.

Here are more tips for a successful townhouse inspection:

Put everything in writing. Leave nothing to chance. Have your punch list printed out and bring
it with you when you do your inspection.

Take your time. Don't feel that you need to rush through your townhouse inspection. Take as
much time as you need to go through the townhouse and list down all your comments for the
developer’s reference.

Allot time for adjustments. Allow a three to seven days between the townhouse inspection
and the official turnover day in case the developer needs time to address the issues you have
raised.

Insist that your concerns be addressed. Don't seal the deal unless the issues have been
solved.