Drywall – Final Inspection Checklist
This checklist ensures that drywall installation meets professional standards for quality, alignment, and finishing. It emphasizes proper fitting of drywall, thorough sanding and smoothing of joints, and securing all fasteners. Additionally, it ensures cleanliness, the absence of gaps or cracks, and the protection of floors and fixtures. Completing this inspection guarantees a seamless, polished result that sets the stage for the next phase of construction while adhering to project specifications.
Fit drywall tightly to walls
Secure drywall firmly, ensuring it does not float and is properly fitted at openings such as closets, windows, doors, and fireplaces
Place nails and screws 16 inches on center
Tape, mud, and sand all fasteners
Ensure joints are smooth and sanded
Avoid gaps, spaces, or broken drywall pieces at electrical boxes
Clean electrical boxes, ensuring they are free of mud and debris
Ensure gaps around tubs, showers, fireboxes, windows, and doors are no larger than 1/4 inch
Inspect for hairline cracks in corners, vaults, trays, and ceiling lines and ensure none are present
Ensure all storage rooms, garages, and other areas have no undrywalled holes
Tape, mud, and sand all drywall joints, including in storage rooms
Ensure paper is smooth and not over-sanded
Verify walls are flat and smooth with no visible bumps in joints from rough edges
Ensure the centerline of the vault is straight and crisp
Verify that tray ceiling lines are straight and crisp
Tape and smooth all corners with no metal corners visible
Ensure temporary handrails and bracing are intact
Inspect for broken windows and ensure there are none
Confirm tubs, showers, sinks, and countertops are covered and undamaged
Remove drywall mud from floors and ensure floors are broom-swept
Clear all debris from the site and remove it to the designated location
Count excess materials and note them on the purchase order
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