Possession day toolkit

Pre-Possession
Snag Checklist

The builder will tell you everything is perfect. Check anyway. Once you sign the possession letter, the repair liability shifts to you. This 40-point list gives you the evidence to negotiate fixes before you sign.

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Before you start — bring these with you

A torch (for dark corners), a plug-in socket tester (₹200 online), a marble or spirit level (for floors/walls), a bucket of water (for drainage tests), your camera phone fully charged, and the original floor plan. Do not take possession if the Occupancy Certificate (OC) is not ready.

Check all walls for visible cracks — hairline or structural

Tap walls and columns for hollow sounds

Check ceiling for cracks, water stains, or uneven plaster

Check the terrace slab above (if top floor) for waterproofing layer

Check all walls for dampness or seepage marks

Verify plaster is even, no bubbling or peeling sections

Check if walls are plumb (perfectly vertical)

Inspect paint quality and check for uneven coverage

Tap every tile to check for hollow underneath

Check all tile joints are uniform, no missing grout

Look for chipped, cracked, or mismatched tiles

Test flooring slope in bathrooms — water must flow to drain

Open and close every door — should move smoothly without force

Check all door locks function from both sides

Slide or open every window — check tracks and latches

Check all window glass for cracks, chips, or bubbles

Test mosquito mesh/fly screens on all windows

Test every electrical outlet with a plug-in tester

Switch on every light point and fan

Test all MCBs (circuit breakers) in the fuse box trip and reset

Verify earthing is connected across all circuits

Check AC points, TV/data conduits, and modular switch plates

Test water pressure in every tap — open fully for 60 seconds

Check under all sinks for leaks — look for water stains

Flush each toilet 3 times — check fill valve and cistern seal

Run all drainage points and watch the water clear

Check geyser / water heater connection points are in place

Check kitchen platform (counter) for level, no cracked granite/tiles

Test all kitchen cabinet hinges and drawer sliders

Check dishwasher/washing machine provision points

Verify kitchen ventilation duct or chimney provision

Check all bathroom tiles are fixed firmly — no loose or hollow tiles

Test all bathroom fittings — faucets, shower, flush, towel bars

Inspect grouting at wall-floor joints and around fittings

Check exhaust fan placement and duct connection

Check balcony floor slope — water should run to the outer drain

Inspect balcony railing — shake it, check anchoring and height

Verify lobby, stairwell, and lift are complete and operational

Inspect parking space — check dimensions and marking

Occupancy Certificate (OC) — the most important document

No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the society / builder

Completion Certificate (CC) and RERA completion declaration

Original registered Agreement for Sale (AoS)

Payment receipt for all installments including registration

Sanctioned plan + RERA registration certificate

Found issues during your inspection?

Document everything in writing via WhatsApp to the builder's sales rep before signing the possession letter. Here's what to do next:

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Snag negotiation tactics

How to get the builder to fix issues before you sign

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Possession chapter in Buyer's Guide

Full walkthrough of the possession process and your rights

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Find a broker who'll help at possession

Good brokers accompany you on possession day — find one here

Pre-PossessionSnag Checklist

Pre-Possession
Snag Checklist