Template preview
Columns and one SAMPLE row from the Excel file. Print this page or use Print / Save as PDF in your browser if you need a PDF snapshot.
| Item # | Description | Location | Trade / owner | Due date | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAMPLE-P1 | Replace cracked cover plate at panel B | Electrical room | Electrician | 2026-05-02 | Open | Photo on phone; match finish color |
How to use this template
- Download the punch list. Get the Excel file and walk the job once with the owner or GC.
- Write clear, testable items. Say what is wrong and where — not “fixup electrical.”
- Close items as Done. Update status when verified so rework does not linger.
Punch list as close-out work
Punch items are the leftover work that blocks handover. Pair this sheet with the closeout checklist template when you are wrapping a job.
This template is an original ProtoPM form for planning and tracking. It is not a legal contract and is not affiliated with AIA, CCDC, or other standard forms. Adapt it for your trade and jurisdiction.
Use it in ProtoPM instead
ProtoPM Field → Punch list tracks open/done items with due dates and photos on the project.
- Punch items with photos
- Same Field tab as daily logs
- Visible to the crew on the job
Related guide: Punch list software guide
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Common questions
- Is this a free construction punch list template?
- Yes. Download the Excel punch list free from this page — no account required.
- Can I attach photos in the spreadsheet?
- Spreadsheets are awkward for photos. ProtoPM punch items support photos on the project — better for site close-out.
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