Free Sample Home Renovation Checklist Template

Sample Home Renovation Checklist


Prepared by: [Your Name]

Company: [Your Company Name]

Date: [Insert Date]


1. Planning and Budgeting

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Define renovation goals and priorities

  • Yes

  • No

Set a realistic budget, including a contingency fund.

  • Yes

  • No

Could you obtain any necessary permits?

  • Yes

  • No

Hire a licensed contractor or designer if needed.

  • Yes

  • No

Create a timeline with estimated start and completion dates.

  • Yes

  • No


2. Preparation and Demolition

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Clear out rooms to be renovated

  • Yes

  • No

Protect floors, walls, and furniture in surrounding areas.

  • Yes

  • No

Disconnect utilities in areas to be worked on

  • Yes

  • No

Complete demolition of unwanted structures (walls, fixtures)

  • Yes

  • No

Arrange for waste disposal or dumpster rental.

  • Yes

  • No


3. Structural and System Updates

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Inspect the foundation and structural elements of the modified layout

  • Yes

  • No

Update or repair plumbing as needed.

  • Yes

  • No

Install or update electrical wiring and outlets.

  • Yes

  • No

HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) systems checked or upgraded

  • Yes

  • No

Schedule inspections for plumbing, electrical, and structural work

  • Yes

  • No


4. Walls, Floors, and Finishes

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Install insulation and drywall

  • Yes

  • No

Paint walls and ceilings

  • Yes

  • No

Install new flooring (tile, hardwood, carpet)

  • Yes

  • No

Install windows and doors.

  • Yes

  • No

Update or install trim, moldings, and other decorative features.

  • Yes

  • No


5. Fixtures, Appliances, and Final Touches

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Install kitchen and bathroom cabinets

  • Yes

  • No

Set up new appliances (kitchen, laundry)

  • Yes

  • No

Install plumbing fixtures (sinks, toilets, showers)

  • Yes

  • No

Install lighting fixtures, switches, and outlets.

  • Yes

  • No

Final cleaning and touch-ups

  • Yes

  • No

Perform a final walk-through to ensure all work is complete.

  • Yes

  • No

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