Standard checklists, tailored to each property

Checklist templates

These are observation checklists, not official inspections or code reviews. Where a checklist touches a regulated topic, items are only added once verified against the relevant authority, with the source and review date recorded.

• Rental turnover condition

  Records a unit's condition at move-out and again when it's ready to rent.

  Walls, floors & doors

  • Holes, marks or damage
  • Flooring condition
  • Doors and hardware operate

  Kitchen & bath

  • Appliances present and clean
  • Visible leaks under sinks
  • Caulk and grout condition

  Safety

  • Smoke alarms present
  • Carbon monoxide alarm present where installed
  • Handrails secure

• General property maintenance

  A routine walkthrough of a house, duplex or small building.

  Exterior

  • Gutters and downspouts
  • Walkways and steps
  • Exterior lighting

  Interior

  • Visible water stains or leaks
  • Doors, windows and locks
  • Filters due for replacement

• Seasonal property walkthrough

  Spring or fall checks before South Dakota weather turns.

  Fall

  • Gutters clear
  • Hose bibs shut off and drained
  • Grading and downspouts direct water away

  Spring

  • Winter damage to siding, fences and walkways
  • Hose bibs restored
  • Drainage after thaw

• Commercial facility walkthrough

  A visual walkthrough of an office, retail or mixed-use building.

  Entrances & exterior

  • Entry doors and closers
  • Storefront glass and seals
  • Parking lot lighting

  Common areas

  • Exit signs illuminated
  • Paths of travel clear
  • Restrooms in working order

  Records

  • Vendor service tags present and dated
  • Open issues from last visit

• Warehouse maintenance observation

  Visible upkeep items in warehouses, shops and flex buildings.

  Docks & doors

  • Dock bumpers and seals
  • Overhead door damage
  • Trailer area debris

  Floor & storage

  • Aisles clear of debris
  • Visible damage to racking (reported, not assessed)
  • Housekeeping

  Building

  • Roof leaks visible from inside
  • Lighting out
  • Exterior yard and fencing

• Senior home safety observation

  Practical home observations for older adults and their families.

  Floors & paths

  • Loose rugs and cords
  • Clutter in walkways
  • Thresholds and steps

  Bathroom

  • Grab bars present and secure
  • Non-slip surfaces
  • Lighting

  Stairs & entries

  • Handrails on both sides where possible
  • Lighting at top and bottom
  • Entry steps

  Records the home only. No medical or personal health information is collected.

• Fleet visual condition check

  A dated visual check of each vehicle or trailer.

  Exterior

  • Body damage
  • Lights and lenses
  • Tire condition and pressure

  Interior & records

  • Cleanliness
  • Fluid levels checked
  • Next service and registration dates

DakotaBuilt checklists and reports record visible conditions observed on the date shown and the work performed. They are not official inspections, certifications, engineering assessments or legal opinions, and they do not determine whether a property meets any code, regulation or contract requirement.