What's a punch list in construction"
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How do you ensure finesse in a construction project" How do you know it is the right time to declare a project complete"
Well, it is through a punch list. However, it is not as easy as it sounds. Making an accurate punch list is extremely important to deliver a successful construction project. Mostly, this step is taken just close to the completion so as to review and double check the project before declaring it complete. Different individual/stakeholder has a different role to play in the process.
Here is a guide to help you in understanding the list.
So, what is a punch list exactly"
The term ?Punch? comes from the technique used in the old days to punch holes just next to an item before fixing the particular thing. But, what is a punch list in construction"
A punch list is basically a document composed when a construction project is nearing its end listing the work not complying with the contract specifications. The contractor must look into it and fix it before the project ends. It is an integral part of the construction process in the form of an official document.
For a long construction project which might take several months or years to complete (think skyscraper), there is a risk of missing some minor details such as individual electrical figures. A punch list thus serves as a means of ensuring nothing is left out. The general method of preparing a punch list is by creating a list o...
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