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What do I check for finish work: protect finished surfaces: tiles, paint, floors, furniture?

Finish Work, Punch List & CloseoutVerified starter — finish work field check

Finish work includes not damaging everyone else’s finished work. A perfect diffuser install still loses if you leave fingerprints, scratches, dents, dust, or metal shavings behind.

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Field checklist

Lay protection when required.
Keep tools/material off finished counters, desks, and floors.
Vacuum metal shavings and ceiling dust.
Replace dirty/broken tiles per direction.
Do a final look-back before leaving the room.

Ask foreman

This area is finished/occupied. What protection do you want before I cut, drill, or install the final devices?

Do not

Stop if the area is occupied, protected, clean-room/healthcare sensitive, or owner-finished and protection rules are unclear.

Why it matters

Finish work is where rough-in becomes visible, inspected, balanced, serviced, and turned over. Clean install and access matter.

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