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Contracts & Legalaka: snag listaka: deficiency list

Punch List

In Plain English

A list of unfinished or defective items the contractor must fix before the project is considered fully done.

Definition

A punch list is a list of incomplete or deficient work items identified at or near substantial completion that the contractor must correct before final completion and final payment. The architect or owner typically prepares the list during a walkthrough inspection. Completing the punch list is a contractual obligation that must be fulfilled to achieve final completion.

Example

The architect prepared a 47-item punch list after the walk-through, requiring the contractor to touch up paint, adjust door hardware, and replace damaged tiles.

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