The formal handover is when the building becomes the owner's responsibility. Walk through it properly, snag what is not right, and collect every document.
Project: ____ | Handover date: ____ | Contractor: ____ | Owner: ____
Mark each item: OK / SNAG / N/A. Every SNAG goes on the snagging list with a location and a fix-by date.
| Check | Result | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| No significant structural cracks or settlement | ||
| Roof watertight; drains and falls clear | ||
| No dampness or seepage in walls or floors | ||
| External walls, render and finishes sound |
| Check | Result | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Plaster, flooring and paint complete and sound | ||
| Doors, windows, locks and hardware operate correctly | ||
| Sanitary fixtures fitted, watertight and draining | ||
| Built-in furniture and kitchen units complete |
| Check | Result | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical circuits tested, labeled and safe | ||
| Water supply working; plumbing pressure-tested | ||
| Gas line connected and checked by the licensed utility | ||
| All fittings, switches, fans and lights operational |
| Check | Result | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| As-built drawings handed over | ||
| Test certificates, warranties and guarantees included | ||
| Utility connections, bills and approvals transferred | ||
| All keys, remotes and access cards handed over | ||
| Completion certificate issued or arranged |
| No. | Item and location | Fix-by date | Cleared |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | |||
| 2 | |||
| 3 |
| Contractor Signature: ______ Date: ______ |
Owner Signature: ______ Date: ______ |
A handover without a signed snagging list is a handover without protection. Photograph every item and keep a copy with both parties.
For schools and public buildings, handover often leads to a Building Fitness Certificate. Struc-Arch inspects completed buildings and certifies fitness across Punjab.
Handover closes the loop that billing and supervision opened.
Struc-Arch carries out handover inspections, prepares snagging lists and issues Building Fitness Certificates so you take possession with confidence.
