The Ultimate Home Building Checklist (Version 13 Updates)
What's New in This Version
Checklist updates: items added, renamed, and removed.
+22 New
~172 Renamed
-7 Removed
- Future Tree Issues Renamed was: Clear for Future Structures
- Foundation Type Renamed was: Foundation Type ( L)
- Encapsulation Renamed was: Encapsulation (from "Exterior Walls")
- Foundation Drainage Renamed was: Foundation Drainage (from "Exterior Walls")
- Storm Shelter Renamed was: Storm Shelter (from "Exterior Walls")
- Crawlspace Plastic Renamed was: Crawlspace Plastic (from "Exterior Walls")
- Dehumidifier (P) Renamed was: Dehumidifier (P) (from "Exterior Walls")
- Interior Perimeter French Drain Renamed was: Interior Perimeter French Drain (from "Exterior Walls")
- Transfer Grilles Renamed was: Transfer Grilles Above Doors
- Budget Friendly Safe Room Renamed was: Budget friendly Safe Room
- Wall Niches/Art Niches Renamed was: Wall Niches / Art Niches
- Boric Acid on Bottom Plate of Framing (P) Renamed was: Boric Acid on Bottom Plate of Framing (P)
- Correcting Missed Nails "Shiners" Renamed was: Correcting Missed Nails (Shiners)
- Insulated Sheathing (Zip-R) Renamed was: Insulated Sheathing (Zip-R) (from "Exterior Walls")
- Alternative Wall Sheathing Renamed was: Alternative Wall Sheathing (from "Exterior Walls")
- Built-In Package Drop Box (P) Renamed was: Built-In Package Drop Box (P) (from "Roofing")
- Oversized Hallways Renamed was: Oversized Hallways (from "Doors and Windows")
- Pipe/Wire Protection Plates New
- Specialty Doors New
- Roof Pitch (Steep): ___/12 Renamed was: Roof Pitch (Steep): /12
- Film Completed Framing Renamed was: Film Completed Framing (from "Framing")
- Shingle Overhang at Drip Edge (1/2" to 3/4") Renamed was: Shingle Overhang at Drip Edge (1/2" to 3/4") (from "Roofing")
- Wye PVC Connector at Gutter Drain Renamed was: Wye PVC Connector at Gutter Drain (from "Roofing")
- Gutters with Gutter Guards Renamed was: Gutters with Gutter Guards (from "Roofing")
- Soffit Color Renamed was: Window Color (from "Attic")
- Countertop Flush Window Renamed was: Flush Vanity Window
- Magnetic Door Catches (P) Renamed was: Magnetic Door Catches (P)
- Window Color Renamed was: Soffit Color
- Casement Window with Built-In Shade and Retractable Screen Renamed was: Casement Window with Built-In Shade and Retractable Screen (from "Attic")
- Window Grid Pattern Renamed was: Window Grid Pattern (from "Attic")
- Board & Batten Seams New
- Casement Window with Slider New
- Rainscreen Utilized Removed
- Inspect for Cracked or Broken Windows Renamed was: Inspect for cracked or broken windows
- Attic Fan with Thermostat Renamed was: Attic Fan with Thermostat (from "Porch")
- Attic Flooring (Cat Walk) Renamed was: Attic Flooring (Cat Walk) (from "Porch")
- Pulldown Attic Ladder Renamed was: Pulldown Attic Ladder (from "Porch")
- Whole House Fan Renamed was: Whole House Fan (from "Porch")
- Standard-Size Attic Door Renamed was: Standard-Size Attic Door (from "Porch")
- Attic Lift (P) Renamed was: Attic Lift (P) (from "Porch")
- Full-Size Attic Staircase Renamed was: Full-Size Attic Staircase (from "Porch")
- Insulated Attic Door (P) Renamed was: Insulated Attic Door (P) (from "Porch")
- Attic Staircase Hidden in Closet Renamed was: Attic Staircase Hidden in Closet (from "Porch")
- Heat Detector New
- Deck Frame Protection (P) Renamed was: Joist Tape for Deck Frame Protection (P)
- Built-In Floor Mat at Entryways Renamed was: Built-in Floor Mat
- Avoid Burying Utility Lines in Future Build Zones Renamed was: Avoid Burying Utility lines in Future Build Zones
- Extended Porch Pad for Grill Renamed was: Extended Porch Pad for Grill (from "Porch")
- Screened-In Porch Renamed was: Screened-In Porch (from "Porch")
- Porch Swing Mount Renamed was: Porch Swing Mount (from "Porch")
- Electrical Amperage New
- Gas Meter Size New
- Water Meter Size New
- Cable/Internet Type New
- Tankless Water Heater Fuel Renamed was: Tankless Water Heater Fuel - Gas vs. Electric
- Automatic Water Main Shut-Off Leak Detector (P) Renamed was: Automatic Water Main Shut-Off Leak Detector (P)
- Plumbing Type Renamed was: Plumbing Type: PVC / PEX
- Built-In Wall Water Fountain/Bottle Filler (P) Renamed was: Built-In Wall Water Fountain / Bottle Filler (P)
- Septic Tank Risers (P) Renamed was: Septic Tank Risers (P)
- Hide Sewer Cleanout (P) Renamed was: Hide Sewer Cleanout (P) (from "Utilities")
- Steam Shower New
- Tank Drain Valve New
- No Use of CPVC Pipe in the House Removed
- Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV)/Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) Renamed was: Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) / Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV)
- Drain Pan Emergency Shut Off Switch (P) Renamed was: Drain Pan Emergency Shut Off Switch (P)
- Transfer Grilles Renamed was: Transfer Grilles Above the Doors
- Internet/Electricity to Shed/Building Renamed was: Internet or Electricity to Shed or Building
- Wall Mounted Make-Up Mirror Wiring (Hardwired) Renamed was: Wall Mounted Make-up Mirror Wiring (Hardwired)
- Furnace Location Renamed was: Furnace Location (from "HVAC (Air Conditioning)")
- Geothermal Heating Renamed was: Geothermal Heating (from "HVAC (Air Conditioning)")
- Light Above Bed for Reading Renamed was: Light Above Bed for Reading (from "Lighting Switches")
- Smart Switches (P) Renamed was: Smart Switches (P)
- Wall Switch Timers (P) Renamed was: Wall Switch Timers
- Occupancy Sensor Switches (P) Renamed was: Occupancy Sensor Switches (P) (from "Electrical Outlet")
- Outdoor Flood Light Switch in Primary Bedroom Renamed was: Outdoor Flood Light Switch in Primary Bedroom (from "Electrical Outlet")
- Fireplace On/Off Switch Renamed was: Fireplace On/Off Switch (from "Electrical Outlet")
- Exterior Lights on Astronomical Switches (P) Renamed was: Exterior Lights on Built-In Timer Switches (from "Electrical Outlet")
- Humidity Sensor Switch Renamed was: Humidity Sensor Switch (P) (from "Electrical Outlet")
- Bedroom Light Switch Within Reach of Bed Renamed was: Bedroom Light Switch Within Reach of Bed (from "Electrical Outlet")
- Dimmable Switches (P) Renamed was: Dimmable Switches (from "Electrical Outlet")
- Upstairs Master Off Switch New
- Steam Shower New
- Nightstand Outlets with USB Renamed was: Nightstand outlets with USB
- Outlets Inside Kitchen Cabinets/Drawers (Chargers/Small Renamed was: Outlets Inside Kitchen Cabinets/Drawers (Chargers/Small Appliances)
- Phone Charging Stations: (P) Renamed was: Phone Charging Stations
- Adjustable Depth Outlet Box for Backsplash (P) Renamed was: Adjustable Depth Electrical Outlet Box for Backsplash (P)
- Island Outlets Renamed was: Island Outlets (Confirm with Builder)
- Bedside Outlets (Nightstands/Adjustable Beds/Heating Pad) Renamed was: Middle or Bedside Outlets (Nightstands/Adjustable Beds/Heating Pad)
- Outlets Inside Vanity Cabinets/Drawers (Chargers/Hair Tools) Renamed was: Outlets Inside Vanity Cabinets/Drawers (Chargers/Hair Tools) (P)
- Pop-Up/Pop-Out Outlets (P) Renamed was: Pop-up / Pop-out Outlets
- Floor Outlets (Lamps, Power Recliner, Sofa, Office Desk, Movie Renamed was: Floor Outlets (Lamps, Power Recliner, Sofa, Office Desk, Movie Room
- Towel Warmer/Dryer (Hardwired or Outlet) Renamed was: Towel Warmer / Dryer (Hardwired or Outlet)
- Outdoor Porch/Patio Ceiling for Outdoor Heater (Hardwired or Renamed was: Outdoor Porch/Patio Ceiling for Outdoor Heater (Hardwired or Outlet)
- Outlet in Laundry for Ironing or Steamer Renamed was: Outlet in Laundry for Ironing or Steamer (from "Interior Lighting")
- Night Light Location (Hallways) Renamed was: Night Light Location (Hallways) (from "Interior Lighting")
- Built-In Night Lights (P) Renamed was: Built-in Night Lights (P) (from "Interior Lighting")
- Chandelier Lift (P) Renamed was: Chandelier Lift (P)
- Cabinet/Vanity Toe-Kick Lighting Renamed was: Cabinet / Vanity Toe-Kick Lighting
- Centered Light Fixtures in Key Areas Renamed was: Centered Lighting Fixtures in Key Areas
- Wafer vs Regressed New
- Camera Doorbell Wiring (POE) Renamed was: Camera Doorbell Wiring
- Wall Controls for Each Audio Zone Renamed was: Wall Controls for Each Audio Zone (from "Low Voltage Wiring")
- Garage Insulation Renamed was: Garage insulation
- Glass/Mesh Front Screen Renamed was: Glass / Mesh Front Screen
- Drywall Corners Renamed was: Drywall Corners (from "Kitchen")
- Ceiling Texture Options Renamed was: Ceiling Texture Options (from "Kitchen")
- Wall Texture Options Renamed was: Wall Texture Options (from "Kitchen")
- Pot Filler(s): (P) (P) Renamed was: Pot filler(s) (P) (P)
- Filtered Water Options: (P) (P) (P) Renamed was: Filtered Water Options: Under Sink / Countertop Mount / Faucet Mount
- Cooktop Size: 30"-36" Renamed was: Cooktop Size: 30" / 36"
- Built-In Wall Water Fountain/Bottle Filler (P) Renamed was: Built-In Wall Water Fountain / Bottle Filler (P)
- Coffee/Wet Bar Sink Renamed was: Coffee / Wet Bar Sink
- Fridge Water Line Connection Renamed was: Fridge Water Line Connection (from "Kitchen Cabinets")
- Built-In Coffee/Cappuccino Machine Renamed was: Built-In Coffee/Cappuccino Machine (from "Kitchen Cabinets")
- Appliance Drain Pans (P) Renamed was: Appliance Drain Pans (P) (from "Kitchen Cabinets")
- Family Command Center/Drop Zone Renamed was: Family Command Center / Drop Zone
- Built-In Drawer Dividers Renamed was: Built-in Drawer Dividers
- Deep Drawers for Lower Cabinets/Shelving for Upper Cabinets Renamed was: Deep Drawers for Lower Cabinets / Shelving for Upper Cabinets
- Built-In Knife Drawer (P) Renamed was: Built-in Knife Drawer (P)
- Recessed Area Behind Fridge/Deeper Cabinets Renamed was: Recessed Area Behind Fridge / Deeper Cabinets
- Blind Corner Storage Shelf (P) Renamed was: Blind Corner Storage Shelf (P)
- Infinity Drawer (Blind Corner) New
- Vertical Cookie Sheet/Cutting Board Cabinet Renamed was: Vertical Cookie Sheet / Cutting Board Cabinet
- Pull-Out/Slide-Out Shelves (P) Renamed was: Pull-Out / Slide-Out Shelves (P)
- Pantry Door Style Renamed was: Pantry Door Style (from "Bathrooms")
- Pantry Cabinets Renamed was: Pantry Cabinets (from "Bathrooms")
- Costco Door (Pantry Access from Garage) Renamed was: Costco Door (Pantry Access from Garage) (from "Bathrooms")
- Pantry Countertop Renamed was: Pantry Countertop (from "Bathrooms")
- Butler Pantry Renamed was: Butler Pantry (from "Bathrooms")
- Magnetic Peg Drawer New
- Peg Drawer for Tupperware Removed
- Toilet Paper Holder Style: (P) Renamed was: Toilet Paper Holder Style: Standard / Niche (P)
- Bathtub Protection (P) Renamed was: Bathtub Protection (P)
- Linear Shower Drain - Drain Cover Style (Match Tile/Metal) Renamed was: Linear Shower Drain - Drain Cover Style (Match Tile / Metal)
- Sink Drain Stopper: (P) Renamed was: Sink Drain Stopper: (P)
- Mirror Style: (P) Renamed was: Mirror Style (P)
- Sink Genie - Kid's Sink See-Through P-Trap (P) Renamed was: Sink Genie - Kid's Sink See-Through P-Trap (P) (from "Laundry")
- Towel Warmer/Dryer (P) Renamed was: Towel Warmer/Dryer (P) (from "Laundry")
- Wall/Ceiling Mounted Heater Renamed was: Wall/Ceiling Mounted Heater (from "Laundry")
- Wet Room Bathroom Renamed was: Wet Room Bathroom (from "Laundry")
- Linen Closet Shelves Renamed was: Linen Closet Shelves (from "Laundry")
- Built-In Sauna Renamed was: Built-in Features (from "Laundry")
- Radiant Floor Heating Renamed was: Radiant Floor Heating (from "Laundry")
- Shower Handle Access Removed
- Shelving: Wood / Wire Removed
- Built-In Washer and Dryer (Under Counter) Renamed was: Built-in Washer and Dryer (Under Counter)
- Appliance Trench Drain Pan (P) Renamed was: Appliance Trench Drain Pan (P)
- Built-In Litter Box Inside Cabinet (Optional Kitty Fart Fan) Renamed was: Built-in Litter Box Inside Cabinet (Optional Kitty Fart Fan)
- Built-In Features Renamed was: Built-In Sauna
- Pet Washing Station Renamed was: Dog Washing Station
- Laundry Chute/Laundry Jet (P) Renamed was: Laundry Chute / Laundry Jet (P) (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- Countertop Material Renamed was: Countertop Material (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- Cabinet Style and Color Renamed was: Cabinet Style and Color (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- Dryer Vent Discharge: Horizontal vs. Vertical Renamed was: Dryer Vent Discharge: Horizontal vs. Vertical (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- Steam Closet (P) Renamed was: Steam Closet (P) (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- Seating with Drawers/Storage Renamed was: Seating with Drawers/Storage (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- In-Cabinet/In-Drawer Outlets Renamed was: In-Cabinet/In-Drawer Outlets (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- Water Leak Sensors (P) Renamed was: Water Leak Sensors (P) (from "Mudroom/ Drop Zone")
- Trim Storage Renamed was: Trim Storage (from "Paint")
- Adjacent Room Laundry Access New
- Drywall Return New
- Interior Wall Color and Sheen Renamed was: Interior Wall Color
- Built-In Closet Shelves Renamed was: Built-In Closet Shelves (from "Trim")
- Built-Ins Around TV or Fireplace Renamed was: Built-Ins Around TV or Fireplace (from "Trim")
- Shiplap/Board & Batten Walls Renamed was: Shiplap / Board & Batten Walls (from "Trim")
- Closet Island Renamed was: Closet Island (from "Trim")
- Rotating Shoe Storage (P) Renamed was: Rotating Shoe Storage (P) (from "Trim")
- Open or Cabinet Storage for Rolling Laundry Basket Renamed was: Open or Cabinet Storage for Rolling Laundry Basket (from "Trim")
- Exterior Paint Sheen Renamed was: Exterior Paint Sheen (from "Stairs")
- Masking Liquid New
- Stair Lighting Types: (P) Renamed was: Stair Lighting Types: (P)
- Fascia Color Renamed was: Fascia Color (from "Paint")
- Soffit Color Renamed was: Soffit Color (from "Paint")
- Stair Finish Renamed was: Stair Finish (from "Stairs")
- Stair Tread Stain Color Renamed was: Stair Tread Stain Color (from "Stairs")
- Tile Grout Type Renamed was: Tile Grout Type (from "Flooring")
- Radiant Floor Heating System Renamed was: Radiant Floor Heating System (from "Flooring")
- Tile Grout Color and Line Size Renamed was: Tile Grout Color and Line Size (from "Flooring")
- Ice Maker/Water Fountain (P) Renamed was: Ice Maker / Water Fountain (P)
- Urinal in Man-Cave/Garage Renamed was: Urinal in Mancave / Garage
- Extra Lighting/Outlets Renamed was: Extra Lighting / Outlets
- Add Felt Pads to Appliance Bottoms Renamed was: Add Felt Pads to Appliance Bottoms (from "Misc Appliances")
- Washer and Dryer Renamed was: Washer and Dryer (from "Misc Appliances")
- Steam Closet (P) Renamed was: Steam Closet (P) (from "Misc Appliances")
- Drink Fridge Renamed was: Drink Fridge (from "Misc Appliances")
- Retractable Extension Cord/Air Compressor Hose Reel (P) Renamed was: Retractable Extension Cord / Air Compressor Hose Reel (P) (from "Poured Concrete (Driveway/Walkway)")
- Boat Storage Parking Renamed was: Boat Storage Parking (Guidelines, Sprinklers, and Drain)
- Extra Wide Concrete Walkways New
- In-Concrete Lighting Removed
- Concrete Drains Renamed was: Concrete Drains (from "Poured Concrete (Driveway/Walkway)")
- Expansion or Control Joints Renamed was: Expansion or Control Joints (from "Poured Concrete (Driveway/Walkway)")
- Exterior Wall Lighting (Up/Downlighting) Renamed was: Exterior Wall Lighting (Up/Downlighting) (from "Miscellaneous")
- Front Porch Gas Lanterns Renamed was: Front Porch Gas Lanterns (from "Miscellaneous")
- Video Record Sprinkler Line Locations During Installation Renamed was: Video Record Sprinkler Line Locations During Installation (from "Miscellaneous")
- Under Soffit Lighting Renamed was: Under Soffit Lighting (from "Miscellaneous")
- Conduit Under Concrete Removed
- Outdoor Fireplace/Pit Renamed was: Outdoor Fireplace / Pit
- Pet Washing Station Renamed was: Pet Bath Station Sink
- Built-In Litter Box Inside Cabinet (Optional Kitty Fart Fan) Renamed was: Built-in Litter Box Inside Cabinet (Optional Kitty Fart Fan)
- Pet Ramp Along Stairs New
- Retractable Dog Gate New
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