Residential Simple Construction Checklist

Residential Simple Construction Checklist


Prepared by: [Your Name]

Company: [Your Company Name]

Date: [Insert Date]


1. Pre-Construction Planning

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Obtain all necessary permits and approvals

  • Yes

  • No

Conduct a site survey and soil testing.

  • Yes

  • No

Create a detailed construction budget.

  • Yes

  • No

Hire a contractor and finalize contracts.

  • Yes

  • No

Set a timeline with start and completion dates.

  • Yes

  • No


2. Site Preparation and Foundation

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Clear and level the building site

  • Yes

  • No

Excavate for the foundation and footings

  • Yes

  • No

Pour concrete for footings and foundation.

  • Yes

  • No

Install waterproofing and drainage systems around the foundation.

  • Yes

  • No

Inspect the foundation for stability and integrity.

  • Yes

  • No


3. Framing and Structural Work

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Frame walls, floors, and roof

  • Yes

  • No

Install subflooring

  • Yes

  • No

Erect exterior walls and apply sheathing

  • Yes

  • No

Install roof trusses or rafters and roof sheathing.

  • Yes

  • No

Complete rough openings for windows and doors.

  • Yes

  • No


4. Installation of Systems

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Rough-in plumbing and electrical systems

  • Yes

  • No

Install HVAC system components.

  • Yes

  • No

Conduct initial inspections of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC

  • Yes

  • No

Install insulation in walls, ceilings, and floors.

  • Yes

  • No

Install drywall and finish seams and joints.

  • Yes

  • No


5. Finishing and Final Steps

Checklist Item

Completed?

Comments

Paint interior walls and ceilings

  • Yes

  • No

Install flooring (hardwood, tile, carpet)

  • Yes

  • No

Install cabinetry, countertops, and other built-in fixtures.

  • Yes

  • No

Complete plumbing and electrical fixture installation

  • Yes

  • No

Conduct final inspections for all systems and building codes.

  • Yes

  • No

Clean the site and perform the final walk-through.

  • Yes

  • No

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