Free Sample Home Renovation Checklist

Define renovation goals and priorities

• Yes

• No

Set a realistic budget, including a contingency fund.

• Yes

• No

Could you obtain any necessary permits?

• Yes

• No

Hire a licensed contractor or designer if needed.

• Yes

• No

Create a timeline with estimated start and completion dates.

• Yes

• No

Clear out rooms to be renovated

• Yes

• No

Protect floors, walls, and furniture in surrounding areas.

• Yes

• No

Disconnect utilities in areas to be worked on

• Yes

• No

Complete demolition of unwanted structures (walls, fixtures)

• Yes

• No

Arrange for waste disposal or dumpster rental.

• Yes

• No

Inspect the foundation and structural elements of the modified layout

• Yes

• No

Update or repair plumbing as needed.

• Yes

• No

Install or update electrical wiring and outlets.

• Yes

• No

HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) systems checked or upgraded

• Yes

• No

Schedule inspections for plumbing, electrical, and structural work

• Yes

• No

Install insulation and drywall

• Yes

• No

Paint walls and ceilings

• Yes

• No

Install new flooring (tile, hardwood, carpet)

• Yes

• No

Install windows and doors.

• Yes

• No

Update or install trim, moldings, and other decorative features.

• Yes

• No

Install kitchen and bathroom cabinets

• Yes

• No

Set up new appliances (kitchen, laundry)

• Yes

• No

Install plumbing fixtures (sinks, toilets, showers)

• Yes

• No

Install lighting fixtures, switches, and outlets.

• Yes

• No

Final cleaning and touch-ups

• Yes

• No

Perform a final walk-through to ensure all work is complete.

• Yes

• No