Free Snag List Template: Excel and PDF
A generic snag list (punch list) for pre-handover inspections. Record each defect with its exact location, who must fix it, the dates and the status. Excel and PDF, English and Arabic.
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A preview of the template layout. The files have more blank rows and, in Excel, working formulas and drop-downs.
Snag List
- Project
- Building / area
- Inspection date
- Inspection round no.
- Inspected by
- Contractor
| No. | Location (floor / room / gridline) | Description of defect | Photo ref. | Trade / responsible | Priority | Date raised | Target date | Date fixed | Verified by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ... (30 rows in the file) | ||||||||||
What is included
- Header: project, building or area, inspection date, round number, inspector and contractor
- Defect table: number, location, description, photo reference, trade, priority, dates, verified by and status
- Priority and status drop-downs in the Excel file
- Sign-off lines for the contractor and the client or consultant
How to fill it in
- Fill in the area and the inspection round so each walk-through is a dated record.
- Number every defect and give an exact location (floor, room or gridline).
- Describe the defect plainly and note the photo reference.
- Assign the responsible trade, a priority and a target date.
- When fixed, record the date and who verified it, and only then set the status to Closed.
Do this without spreadsheets: Arkan Punch List
Arkan's Punch List keeps the same fields with photos, comments and a timeline for every item.
- Punch lists and items with priority, assignee, photos and attachments
- Status workflow from Draft to Closed with an activity timeline
- Kanban board and CSV or PDF reports
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Last updated: 2026-10-13. This is a generic template, not tied to a specific contract. Adapt it to your contract and project procedures.
