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Most hotel projects still rely on outdated punch processes. The general contractor “punch” often
happens at the end of construction, where a superintendent walks rooms with a clipboard and tells
subcontractors what to fix. At best, some projects tape a pre-printed checklist to each door. The
architect’s punch, when engaged under AIA Construction Administration, usually covers just 10%
of rooms. The result? 90% of spaces remain unchecked, and countless defects slip through—
delaying turnover, driving rework, and costing revenue.
The Reality of Pre-Built Checklists
- Missed Issues: Inspectors only look for what’s on the list. If something else is wrong, it’s overlooked.
- Notes lack precision: “Paint touch-up near bathroom” leaves subs guessing.
- No clear locations = wasted time, missed items, and frustration follows.
The Problem with Architect Sampling
Per AIA guidelines, architects only need to inspect a small sample of rooms. While efficient on
paper, this approach leaves thousands of defects undiscovered. Owners inherit unfinished
spaces, and the “final punch” balloons into a costly cyle of rework and delays.
How FinishLine Changes the Game
- Every Room, Every Inch: FinishLine supports comprehensive inspections—no 10% sampling. When paired with our inspection services team, we check every square foot of every guestroom, corridor, and public space.
- Location-Based Precision: Punch items are placed directly on the floor plan. Combined with blue tape in the room, subs see the exact defect location.
- Beyond Static Checklists: FinishLine has “favorites” for common or recurring defects but still log any defect instantly, not just those on a form.
- Accountability & Speed: Each issue is captured in real time with photos and shared instantly with the subcontractor responsible and tracked to close. No guessing, no ambiguity.
- Static checklists and 10% samples leave too much risk – and too much rework- on the table.
- FinishLine ensures that nothing gets missed and that every stakeholder—GC, sub, owner, architect—has clarity from inspection to closeout.
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