Interior Snag Checklist

Consistent finish across all rooms

No visible defects at eye level

Matches approved design/sample

All surfaces dust-free

No cement/paint stains on fixtures

Glass and mirrors streak-free

Floor cleaned and polished

All vertical lines plumb

Horizontal lines level

Symmetry maintained where designed

No sharp edges exposed

All laminates sealed at edges

Corner guards where specified

Clean bead — no gaps or bubbles

Consistent width throughout

Colour matches surroundings

Applied at all wall-counter/wall-cabinet junctions

Open and close smoothly

Aligned with even gaps (2-3mm)

No warping or bowing

Handle/knob firmly fixed

Soft-close working on all doors

No sagging — door stays where opened

Brand matches BOQ (Hettich/Hafele/Blum)

No squeaking

Full extension without jamming

Soft-close engages properly

Drawer box straight — no tilting

Can hold 20kg+ without sagging

No peeling or lifting

Flush with surface — no lip

Colour matches laminate

Applied on all exposed edges (top, bottom, sides)

Laminate or matching finish inside all units

No raw/exposed plywood/MDF visible

Shelves properly supported

Clean — no sawdust or debris inside

HDF/plywood back — not cardboard

Properly fixed — no gaps at edges

No bowing inward

Accessible — can open from ground

Hydraulic/gas lift mechanism works

Supports weight (store test with 10kg)

Properly anchored to wall

Base units level and plumb

Wall units firmly anchored

No wobble or movement

Carcass material matches BOQ (BWP/HDHMR)

All shutters open freely

Consistent gaps between doors

Finish matches approved sample

No chips or scratches

All soft-close working

Pull-outs extend fully

Corner solutions (carousel/magic corner) rotate smoothly

Brand matches BOQ

No leak at drain connection

Silicone seal around sink edge

Mixer tap operates smoothly (hot + cold)

Waste coupling connected to drain

Duct connected to exterior (not recirculating)

No vibration or excessive noise

Auto-clean function works (if applicable)

Lighting works

No chips or cracks

Joints sealed (if any)

Overhang consistent (20-40mm)

Support brackets at overhangs >300mm

Level — water doesn't pool

Fully grouted — no gaps

No hollow tiles (tap test)

Sealed at countertop junction

Clean — no adhesive marks

All switches operate correct points

Plate flush with wall — no gap

No loose switches

Labeling matches if labelled

All lights turn on/off properly

No flickering

Colour temperature as specified (3000K/4000K)

Positioned as per plan (centred/aligned)

Even glow — no dark spots

Proper diffusion (no individual LED dots visible)

Dimmer works (if specified)

No visible wiring or transformer

Hook/mount in RCC slab (NOT in false ceiling)

Fan balanced — no wobble

Speed regulator works all levels

25mm gap between fan rod and false ceiling

All 5-amp and 15-amp sockets working (test with device)

USB sockets working (if specified)

Socket positions match furniture layout

No reverse polarity (use tester)

RCCB trips when test button pressed

Earthing resistance <1 ohm (get certificate)

All metal fixtures connected to earth

MCB labeling matches circuits

Smooth — no undulations visible at grazing light

No cracks at joints (tape + compound properly done)

Level — no sagging

Access panels provided where needed (AC, junction box)

Even glow — no hot spots or shadows

Cove gap consistent (100-150mm from wall)

LED strip properly concealed

No visible wiring or connectors

Uniform colour — no shade variation between walls

No brush marks, roller marks, or drips

Consistent sheen (matte/satin as specified)

Clean edges at corners, switches, and frames

Sharp, clean corners — no wavy lines

Internal corners smooth (no bulging plaster)

External corners protected (corner beads where specified)

Clean line where wall meets ceiling

Clean line where two paint colours meet

No paint on ceiling from wall painting

Shadow gap clean (if designed)

Open and close smoothly — no scraping on floor

Self-closing hinge works (if specified)

Gap at bottom consistent (8-10mm)

No warping — lies flat when closed

Finished on both sides — no raw edges

Lock and latch operate smoothly

Key works from both sides

Deadbolt engages fully

Handle firm — no wobble

Open, close, and lock properly

Rubber gasket/seal intact (no air gap)

Mosquito mesh slides freely (if provided)

No water entry during rain (check seal)

No scratches or cracks

Tempered glass where required (bathroom, balcony)

Silicone seal complete around edges

Clean — no adhesive residue

Glide smoothly without force

Track clean — no debris

Stopper prevents door from jumping off track

Lock mechanism works

Hot and cold both work

No drip when closed fully

Flow rate adequate

Brand matches BOQ (Jaquar/Grohe/Kohler)

Level — water drains completely

No leak at waste coupling

Overflow works

Silicone seal at wall junction

Rain shower + hand shower both work

Diverter switches properly

Adequate pressure

No leak at wall connection

Flush works — full and half flush

Concealed cistern — no leak

Seat cover hinges firm

Silicone seal at floor junction

No wobble — firmly bolted

All floor traps drain quickly (pour water test)

No pooling — correct slope toward drain

Trap has water seal (no sewer smell)

Drain cover sits flush with floor

No damp patches on ceiling below bathrooms

Silicone around all pipe penetrations

Threshold hump prevents water from exiting bathroom

Flood test done before tiling (48 hours — ask for certificate)

No hollow tiles (tap with coin — listen for hollow sound)

No chipped corners or edges

Pattern/direction consistent across room

Colour consistent — no shade variation between lots

Grout lines consistent width throughout

Grout fully filled — no gaps

Colour consistent

Waterproof grout used in wet areas

Floor level — no lippage between tiles

Slope toward drain in wet areas (pour water test)

No undulations visible at grazing light

Threshold level transition between rooms

Flush with wall — no gap

Height consistent throughout

Joints mitered at corners

Silicone at top edge if specified

Fabric/leather matches approved sample

Frame solid — no creaking

Cushions firm and even

Legs stable — no wobble

Headboard firmly mounted

Storage mechanism works (hydraulic/drawer)

No sharp edges

Mattress fits properly — no gap at edges

Level surface — glass of water doesn't slide

Finish matches sample

Legs stable on floor

Edge treatment smooth

Firmly mounted to wall

Level — reflection is straight

No dark spots or distortion

Edges finished (bevelled/polished)

All items in BOQ delivered and installed

Material brands match BOQ specification

Quantities match — no shortfall

Any variation orders documented and signed

Kitchen modular warranty card received

Hardware warranty (Hettich/Hafele) card received

Countertop warranty (if quartz/Corian)

Appliance warranties collected and registered

All appliance user manuals collected

Installation certificates for chimney, hob, oven

Service contact numbers documented

All door keys received (minimum 2 sets)

Window keys received

Smart lock access codes set up (if applicable)

Gate remote / intercom access configured

All snag items from this checklist addressed

Rectification verified and signed off

Timeline for pending items documented in writing

Retention amount held until all snags resolved