Trim & Molding Inspection

Trim joints should be tight with no visible gaps. Miters should meet cleanly. Baseboards should be tight to wall and floor.

1. Check miter joints at corners — should be tight with no visible gap

2. Check scarf joints on long runs — should be smooth and barely visible

3. Verify baseboards are tight to the wall (no gaps) and consistent height

4. Check crown molding joints — cope joints preferred at inside corners (tighter than miters)

5. Check door and window casing — should be consistent width, miters tight at corners

6. Verify nail holes are filled and sanded smooth

7. Check caulk line between trim and wall — should be smooth and continuous

8. Inspect for consistent paint coverage on all trim

- Open miter joints (most visible trim defect)

- Gaps between baseboard and wall (wave in wall — needs caulk)

- Visible nail holes not filled

- Inconsistent caulk lines (thick globs or gaps)

- Crown molding separating from ceiling

- Paint drips or missed spots on trim

- Different trim profiles in same room