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Punch List Template

Quick answer

Punch List Template: Room-by-room closeout checklist with responsible trade, priority and sign-off. Its format is Excel + PDF. It is for General Contractor, Subcontractor, Superintendent. It includes Location / room grouping; Responsible trade; Priority; Completion verification. It is a free download from Construction Logs.

Close out faster by assigning every deficiency to a trade with a location, due date and verification sign-off.

What's included

  • Location / room grouping
  • Responsible trade
  • Priority
  • Completion verification
Punch List Template — template preview

Option 1 · Manual

Download free Excel template

Instant download. Opens in Excel, Google Sheets or Numbers.

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Option 2 · Modern

Run live in Daily Build

Snap a photo, pin it to the plan, and assign it to the sub. Daily Build tracks it to close.

  • ■Fill it out from the field on any phone
  • ■Photos, signatures and timestamps attached
  • ■Automatic reports for owners and PMs
  • ■Free to start — no credit card

Quick summary

What it is
Room-by-room closeout checklist with responsible trade, priority and sign-off.
Best for
General Contractor, Subcontractor, Superintendent
Format
Excel + PDF
Price
Free ($0.00)
Pillar
Project Operations & Administration

What's included

  • Location / room grouping
  • Responsible trade
  • Priority
  • Completion verification

Template columns

Item #LocationDescriptionTradePriorityDate AddedDue DateCompletedVerified By
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Excel vs. Daily Build

ExcelDaily Build
PriceFreeFree to start
Mobile field entryNoYes
Photos & attachmentsNoYes
Automatic reportsNoYes
Works offlineYesYes

FAQ

When is a punch list created?

Near substantial completion, during a walkthrough with the owner and architect.

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