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How to Get the Most Out of Checklists

Written by Alex Johnson

Checklists enforce your process, require proof, and prevent premature job closeouts.

Create templates

  • Settings → Checklists → New Checklist.

  • Add tasks with Title and Description.

  • Set Visible to:

    • Staff (internal for staff only),

    • Staff & Contractors (subs or staff can complete),

    • Public (share read‑only link with customers if desired).

  • Use Require user to upload at least one file for photo/video proof of task completion.

  • Turn on Enable Alerts (e.g., trigger at Dispatch, re‑remind at 24h).

Possible templates to start with

  • Staff – Pre‑job: Verify materials, Confirm start with customer, Permit checked.

  • Interior Painting: Protect floors, Mask trim, First‑coat photos, Final photos, Cleanup.

  • Exterior Painting: Pressure wash, Scrape/sand, Primer photos, Final cleanup, Yard check.

  • HVAC Install: Equipment serial photo, Startup checklist, Combustion test, Before/After photos.

  • Staff – Post‑job: QC walk, Customer sign‑off, Invoice approval, Leave review for contractor.

Tips

  • Keep lists 6–10 tasks long to contractor avoid fatigue.

  • Make photo tasks explicit (“3 final photos: wide, detail, problem area resolved”).

  • Avoid Public checklists when sensitive work photos are expected.

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