Do
The work itself, to the standard.
Show
Photo or paperwork proof in the daily log.
Pass
The gate to the next phase.
1
Prep & Clear-Out · 1–5
Get in, make it safe, strip it down to a clean slate.
01Property Assessment WalkthroughPM / Field Lead
DoWalk the whole property and complete the Property Assessment Walkthrough form.
ShowCompleted form + photos
PassManagement approves before any work starts.
02Secure PropertyField Lead
DoChange locks, board up entry points, install a lockbox.
ShowLockbox photo + security checklist
PassProperty confirmed secure.
03Permitting ReviewProject Manager
DoCheck whether building, plumbing, or electrical permits are needed.
ShowPermit notes or city approval documents
PassCompliance confirmed.
04Trash OutLabor Crew / Sub
DoOrder dumpster or trailer and remove all debris from the site.
ShowBefore & after photos
PassSite fully cleared.
05DemolitionLabor Crew / Sub
DoRemove all damaged materials — drywall, flooring, roofing, etc.
ShowPhotos of cleared areas
PassDemo verified complete.
2
Structure & Weathertight · 6–10
Make the shell solid and dry before anything goes inside.
06RoofingLabor Crew / Sub
DoReplace roof covering, fascia, trim coil, gutters, and soffits.
ShowRoof photos + invoice
PassNo leaks / watertight sign-off.
07FoundationLabor Crew / Sub
DoRepair cracks, missing blocks, or collapsed sections.
ShowRepair photos
PassFoundation integrity confirmed.
08FramingLabor Crew
DoReplace rotted wood, reframe openings, adjust layout, install new exterior doors.
ShowFraming photos
PassRough framing complete.
09WindowsLabor Crew / Sub
DoInstall or replace windows; make sure they are aligned and sealed.
ShowWindow photos + count
PassWindow set inspection.
10SidingLabor Crew / Sub
DoInstall new or repair existing siding; complete full wall sections.
ShowPhotos per elevation
PassWeatherproof inspection.
3
Systems / Rough-Ins · 11–13
Run the guts of the house — power, water, air — inside the walls.
11ElectricalElectrician
DoComplete all electrical rough-in or upgrades; new panels and meters.
ShowPermit or internal report + photos
PassRough inspection complete.
12PlumbingPlumber
DoReplace water lines, drains, and water heater; run a leak test.
ShowPhotos + pressure test log
PassRough inspection complete.
13HVACHVAC Sub
DoInstall or service HVAC units, ducts, and thermostat.
ShowPhotos + system test
PassFunction verified.
4
Interior Finishes · 14–19
Close up the walls and build out everything you see and touch.
14Drywall & Wall PrepLabor Crew / Sub
DoHang, tape, mud, and sand drywall; prep wet areas for tile.
ShowPhotos + finish level noted
PassWall smoothness confirmed.
15Trim & CarpentryLabor Crew / Sub
DoInstall interior doors, casing, and baseboards; prep hardwood for finish.
ShowInterior photos
PassTrim alignment check.
16Interior PaintLabor Crew / Sub
DoPaint walls, ceilings, and trim using standard color codes.
ShowPaint log + finish photos
PassColor and coverage check.
17TileLabor Crew / Sub
DoInstall bathroom and kitchen tile, backsplash, and grout.
ShowTile photos
PassFinish inspection.
18FlooringLabor Crew
DoInstall LVP, carpet, or refinish hardwood.
ShowFloor photos
PassSurface inspection.
19Cabinets & CountertopsLabor Crew
DoInstall kitchen and bath cabinetry, sinks, and hardware.
ShowInstall photos
PassFit and finish check.
5
Fixtures & Final · 20–24
Set the final fixtures, clean it up, and prove it's move-in ready.
20LightingLabor Crew / Sub
DoInstall all fixtures, bulbs, and switches.
ShowFixture list + photos
PassFunction verified.
21Plumbing FinishesLabor Crew / Sub
DoInstall faucets, shower heads, and drains; run a leak test.
ShowPhotos + test log
PassLeak test passed.
22Exterior PaintLabor Crew / Sub
DoPaint exposed wood, trim, or the entire home as needed.
ShowExterior photos
PassWeather-approved completion.
23Final Trash Out & CleaningLabor Crew / Sub / Cleaning Sub
DoRemove all construction debris and schedule cleaning.
ShowClean-home photos
PassSite cleanliness verified.
24Quality Control (QC)PM / Supervisor
DoFinal inspection confirming the property is move-in ready, including final paint touch-up.
ShowQC form + photo package
PassFinal sign-off by management.
The Ground Rules
1Follow the phases in order. Don't jump around.
2A phase isn't done until the photos are taken and the checkpoint passes.
3Find something unexpected? Stop and call your lead before you continue.
From the Southern Construction Workflow — the official process document. Tap any phase for its Do · Show · Pass.
