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A comprehensive room-by-room interactive checklist for Singapore condos. Check off items as you go — your progress is saved automatically so you can close the browser and come back.

You have a 12-month Defect Liability Period (DLP) from key collection. The developer must fix all legitimate defects at no cost — after 12 months, the cost is yours. Be systematic and document everything with photos before you submit.
What to bring: Tapping rod or knuckle (hollow tile check) · Spirit level app · Phone charger (test sockets) · Torch · Masking tape + marker pen · Camera

Unit Configuration

0 of 0 inspected  ·  0 defects

Walls & Ceilings

0/9
  • Paint finish: no holidays (missed spots), streaks, or roller marks
  • Paint colour: consistent across all walls, no patchy areas
  • Paint blistering: no bubbles or peeling
  • Paintwork on door frames: clean, no drips or missed spots
  • Paintwork on switch plates: clean, no overspray
  • Hairline cracks at corners: flag if wider than 0.5mm
  • Wall surfaces: no bumps, dents, or rough patches
  • Ceiling: visually consistent, no sagging
  • Cornice / coving joints: clean, no gaps

Flooring

0/10
  • Hollow tiles: tap every tile — hollow sound is a defect
  • Tile lippage: run hand across joins — no edge should protrude more than 1mm
  • Grout lines: consistent width, no cracking or missing grout
  • Scratches, chips, or stains on marble/homogeneous tiles
  • Timber/vinyl: no gaps between planks, no lifting edges
  • Floor level: unevenness greater than 3mm is not acceptable
  • Screed: no visible cracks at edges
  • Skirting: no scratches or chips
  • Skirting: no gaps between skirting and wall or floor
  • Skirting silicone seal: intact above and below, no cracking or missing beads

Windows & Doors

0/13
  • Window frames: no scratches, dents, or damage
  • Window glass: no cement residue, plaster, or paint marks from construction
  • Window gaskets: airtight seal, no gaps
  • Friction stays: window holds open without falling, not too stiff
  • Windows open and close smoothly, no binding
  • Window restrictors: present and functioning (safety requirement)
  • Door frames: plumb and square, no warping
  • Doors close fully without force, latch engages cleanly
  • Door gaps: consistent 2–3mm gap all around
  • Door faces: no nail holes, chips, or scratches
  • Soft-close hinges (if specified): functioning
  • Door closer (if hydraulic): functioning, door does not slam
  • All door handles and locks: functioning

Kitchen

0/19
  • Cabinet alignment: all doors and drawer fronts level and flush
  • Soft-close hinges on all cabinets: functioning
  • Cabinet interiors: no damage, shelf pins seated correctly
  • Cabinet locks: not rusty, open and close smoothly
  • Bifold door (service yard): opens/closes smoothly, no scratches
  • Yard window: opens/closes smoothly, no scratches on frame or glass
  • Countertop: no chips, scratches, or uneven joins
  • Granite countertop (if applicable): no warping — run a straight edge across surface
  • Countertop level: use spirit level app
  • Sink: seated flush, no gaps at wall seal
  • Tap: no drips, hot and cold correct
  • Hob: all burners ignite, flame even
  • Hood: all speeds working, filter installed
  • Oven: heats correctly (run at 180°C for 5 minutes)
  • Fridge (if provided): powers on and cools
  • Dishwasher (if provided): runs a cycle, no leaks
  • Backsplash tiles: no hollow tiles, no chips
  • Kitchen floor trap: no choke, drains freely
  • Water pressure at kitchen tap: strong and consistent

Bathroom 1

0/15
  • Hollow wall tiles: tap every tile
  • Grout lines: consistent, no cracking
  • Waterproofing at floor-wall junction: silicone bead intact, no gaps
  • Floor slopes toward drain: no pooling anywhere
  • Floor drain: drains quickly, no choke
  • Shower screen: no scratches on glass or frame
  • Shower screen door: closes fully, rubber gasket intact and sealing
  • Toilet flush: strong flush, cistern refills fully and stops, no leak at base
  • Toilet: no wobble, properly anchored
  • Basin: seated flush, no movement
  • Tap/mixer: no drips, hot and cold labelled correctly
  • Hot water at shower: reaches hot within reasonable time
  • Hot water at basin sink: hot water present
  • Mirror / mirror cabinet: no scratches, cabinet doors align and close
  • Ventilation fan: functioning

Bedroom 1

0/9
  • Built-in wardrobe: doors level, soft-close working, interior clean
  • Wardrobe rails and shelves: secure, no flex
  • AC: turn on immediately when you enter the unit and leave running throughout inspection
  • AC fan coil: cools, no unusual noise or vibration
  • AC drainage pipe: no drips, drip tray clean and seated
  • AC ledge (external): no water stains indicating past drainage overflow
  • Power points: test with phone charger — all live
  • Light switches: all functioning, correct room assignment
  • Ceiling light fitting: secure, no exposed wiring

Living & Dining

0/11
  • Feature wall (if any): tiles or panels level and flush
  • Power points: test all sockets
  • Ethernet socket: present and live
  • Air conditioning: all fan coils functional, remote responsive
  • Balcony door: slides or opens smoothly, seals when closed
  • Balcony floor: no hollow tiles, slopes toward drain
  • Balcony drain: not blocked
  • Balcony light: functioning
  • Parapet/railing: secure, no wobble, no cracks at base, paintwork intact
  • Invisigrill (if installed): all fixings secure, no loose sections
  • Handrails (if stairs or split-level): firmly anchored, no movement

Bomb Shelter / Store Room

0/5
  • Door: handle functioning, opens and closes cleanly
  • Door rubber gasket: intact, seals properly
  • Floor tiles: no hollow, no cracks or scratches
  • Light switch: functioning
  • Paintwork: walls, ceiling, door and frame

Electrical & M&E

0/5
  • DB (distribution board): all breakers labelled, no tripped switches
  • All light points working
  • Smart home panel (if provided): boots up and connects
  • Doorbell / video intercom: functioning
  • Water heater: heats water (run shower hot)
There is no Defect Liability Period for resale units — any issues found become your responsibility once you take ownership. The goal here is not cosmetic perfection but financial risk assessment. Categorise every finding as either a Negotiation Point (major issues to use for price reduction) or a Renovation Input (minor issues irrelevant if you're renovating anyway).
What to bring: Torch · Phone charger (test sockets) · Thin screwdriver (probe wood for rot) · Camera · Notepad for cost estimates

Unit Configuration

0 of 0 inspected  ·  0 defects

Walls & Ceilings

0/6
  • Water seepage stains: yellow or brown marks, especially near bathrooms and balconies Negotiation Point
  • Paint bubbling at base of walls: indicates rising damp Negotiation Point
  • Structural cracks: diagonal cracks at corners of openings are a serious flag Negotiation Point
  • Hairline cracks: cosmetic if less than 0.5mm and horizontal or vertical
  • Ceiling: any yellow staining from the unit above — bathroom leak or roof issue Negotiation Point
  • Spalling concrete: bulging or flaking ceiling indicates rusting rebar — serious in units over 20 years old Negotiation Point

Flooring

0/5
  • Water damage: staining, warping, or soft spots on timber floors Negotiation Point
  • Popping tiles: tap for hollow, check for lifted edges Negotiation Point
  • Termite damage: probe timber floors at edges — soft or papery texture is a serious flag Negotiation Point
  • Existing vinyl or carpet: lift a corner to check condition of screed underneath
  • Cracks in screed: visible through gaps in flooring

Windows & Doors

0/5
  • Window frames: rust or corrosion at joints, common in sea-facing units Renovation Input
  • Window seals: dried-out gaskets or gaps that let in water Renovation Input
  • Louvre windows (if old unit): blades crack and replacements are harder to find Renovation Input
  • Door frames: wood rot or termite damage at base Negotiation Point
  • Sliding door tracks: corrosion, hard to slide Renovation Input

Kitchen

0/7
  • Under-sink cabinet: check for water damage, mould, or soft wood from past leaks Negotiation Point
  • Tap connections: run tap and check under sink for drips
  • Water pressure: turn on fully — should be strong and consistent
  • Drainage speed: fill sink, check it drains without gurgling (gurgling = partial blockage) Renovation Input
  • Appliances: note age — budget for replacement if over 10 years old Renovation Input
  • Exhaust: ducted or recirculating? Check duct is intact if ducted
  • Grease traps: any blockage smell

Bathroom 1

0/8
  • Ceiling above bathroom: any yellow stains from unit above Negotiation Point
  • Wall tiles: tap for hollow, look for bulging (waterproofing failure) Negotiation Point
  • Silicone seals: blackened or cracked at floor-wall junction and around fittings Renovation Input
  • Floor drainage: slow drain indicates deep-seated clog Renovation Input
  • Toilet flush: strong? Note cistern age
  • Water pressure: run all taps simultaneously — should not drop dramatically Negotiation Point
  • Water heater: note age — over 10 years is near end of life (S$500–1,500 to replace) Renovation Input
  • Ventilation: working fan, no mould on ceiling Renovation Input

Bedroom 1

0/5
  • Wall damp: run hand along base of external-facing walls — cold or damp means seepage Negotiation Point
  • Wardrobe interior: mould or musty smell indicates ventilation or seepage issue Negotiation Point
  • AC condenser (external): note age — multi-split system over 10 years means budget S$3,000–7,000 for replacement Negotiation Point
  • AC fan coils: any rust stains below indicate past leaks Negotiation Point
  • Power points: test all sockets

Living & Dining

0/5
  • Balcony: water seepage at wall-floor junction Negotiation Point
  • Balcony ceiling soffit: any staining or spalling from unit above Negotiation Point
  • Parapet: cracks or water damage Negotiation Point
  • Floor tiles: tap high-traffic areas for hollow — more likely to pop Renovation Input
  • Structural walls: look for patched areas that may indicate past unauthorised hacking Negotiation Point

Electrical & Plumbing

0/5
  • DB (distribution board): old rewirable fuses mean full rewire needed — S$2,000–5,000+ Negotiation Point
  • Wiring: any exposed wires or scorching near sockets Negotiation Point
  • Run all taps simultaneously: a big pressure drop indicates a building supply issue Negotiation Point
  • All floor traps drain quickly: slow means partial blockage Renovation Input
  • Water meter: check for constant movement with all taps off — indicates hidden leak Negotiation Point

Structure & Legal

0/3
  • Unauthorised wall hacking: look for patched ceilings where beams may have been exposed Negotiation Point
  • Loft structures: check if BCA-approved — ask seller and check URA/BCA records Negotiation Point
  • External façade: from outside, any cracks, staining, or patched areas at unit level Negotiation Point

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