Practical Checklists

Checklist for final walkthrough inspection before taking possession of new construction per NBC requirements, provincial Tarion-type warranty standards, and CSA guidelines.

Room-by-room punch list for new construction walkthrough before closing.

Checklist for inspecting scaffolding systems per CSA Z797 (Code of Practice for Access Scaffolding) and applicable provincial occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations.

Checklist for pre-purchase home inspection per CSA A770 (Home Inspections), provincial building codes, and new home warranty programs (e.g., Tarion in Ontario, ANHWP in Alberta, BC Home Warranty).

Checklist for planning a renovation: permits, budget, contractor selection, timeline, and material decisions.

Checklist for hiring a contractor: license verification, insurance, references, contract terms, and red flags.

Checklist for inspecting residential and commercial swimming pool installations per provincial pool enclosure regulations, CSA standards, the National Building Code of Canada (NBC), and applicable electrical and plumbing codes.

Checklist for inspecting demolition works per provincial occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations, CSA Z1220 (Demolition of Structures), asbestos and hazardous materials regulations, and the National Building Code of Canada (NBC).

Seasonal home maintenance checklist: spring, summer, fall, and winter tasks for homeowners.

Checklist for inspecting accessibility compliance per the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) Section 3.8 (Accessibility), CSA B651 (Accessible Design for the Built Environment), and provincial accessibility legislation (e.g., AODA in Ontario, AMA in Manitoba).

Checklist for moving into a new home: utilities, safety, locks, cleaning, and documentation.

Checklist for pre-drywall inspection: framing, electrical rough-in, plumbing rough-in, HVAC, and insulation — before walls are closed.

Checklist for home energy audit: insulation, air leaks, windows, HVAC efficiency, and energy-saving opportunities.