What should handover report software include?
It should include defect IDs, photos, locations, statuses, priorities, trades, contractor ownership, notes, and branded report output.
Does SiteWarden have a sample report?
Yes. The sample report page shows how defect records can be packaged into a PDF-style handover report.
What is defect closeout software?
Defect closeout software helps construction teams capture defects, assign responsibility, track status, collect evidence, and prepare handover-ready records before practical completion.
How do builders track construction defects before handover?
Builders can track defects by project, list, location, trade, priority, contractor, and status so unresolved work is visible before client handover.
What should be included in a construction defect report?
A useful defect report should include defect IDs, photos, locations, issue notes, trade or contractor ownership, priority, status, floor-plan context, and a clear closeout record.
How can contractors be assigned defects?
Defects can be recorded with trade and contractor ownership so site teams can see who is responsible for rectification and which items are still open.
What is the difference between a defect list and a punch list?
Both terms describe outstanding work before handover. Punch list is common in the US, while defect list or defects report is more common in Australian construction closeout.
Can SiteWarden create client-ready defect reports?
SiteWarden includes a report flow that turns selected defect records into a branded PDF-style report with photos, locations, status, priority, trade, and contractor context.