Closing is getting closer, and the repair list includes a plumbing item, damaged siding, a door that won't latch, and a drywall patch. None of those sounds like a huge project on its own. Getting the right people, materials, and access lined up is where the work starts.
Start with the agreed repairs
Send the final signed repair agreement and the relevant inspection pages together. The inspection explains what was observed; the agreement identifies what the parties agreed to address. Working from an earlier request can send a contractor after the wrong scope.
Your realtor should confirm which document is current and clarify any contract questions. Idaho REALTORS® publishes guidance on proper form use. This guide covers organizing the work, not interpreting your agreement.
Give each item a location and a finish line
“Fix siding” leaves too much open. A useful work list points to the inspection item and photo, identifies the side of the house, and describes the agreed repair. Keep the original wording alongside the work description so nothing gets lost.
A simple list can use five columns: inspection reference, location, agreed work, person responsible, and completion record. If an item only calls for evaluation, don't silently turn it into authorization for a repair.
Where wording is unclear, get the question back to the realtor before the crew starts. Ten minutes of clarification can prevent having to return after the walkthrough.
Schedule the hardest item first
Look for specialty work, inspections, unusual materials, and anything that needs another visit. A small repair can still depend on a part arriving or a specialist being available.
Share the actual completion deadline and walkthrough date. Ask whether the scope can be finished in that window, then leave room for checking the work and delivering documentation. Don't assume “before closing” means the morning papers are signed.
Coordinate access early: who's meeting the crew, which areas need to be clear, whether tenants need notice, and whether water or power will be available. Share entry instructions privately with the people who need them.
Keep related work together
A plumbing repair may leave a wall opening that needs drywall and paint. Exterior trim work may affect adjacent siding or a gutter attachment. Ask who owns those follow-up tasks.
Put those connections into the estimate so you can see what's included. If a hidden problem changes the work, get the added scope and price approved before proceeding. A repair list shouldn't grow through assumptions.
Collect proof as the work is completed
Use the inspection references to organize the closeout records. Depending on the agreed work, that may include:
- Before-and-after photos that show the same location.
- An invoice describing the completed scope.
- Specialist reports or applicable permit and inspection records.
- A short list of any unresolved items and the next action.
A photo alone won't prove every technical repair was performed correctly. Ask the appropriate professional for the documentation the item needs, and have your realtor confirm what the agreement requires.
What to send us
Start with the property city, the repair items, and the deadline. Let us know whether you have the signed agreement and inspection photos available, and who should coordinate access. If you don't have everything yet, tell us what's missing.
We help organize inspection repairs and punch lists across Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Eagle, Kuna, Star, and Caldwell. We'll review what needs attention and discuss scope and scheduling. Availability and the actual work determine the completion plan; sending a request doesn't reserve a closing deadline.
You can also read our inspection-report planning guide if you're still sorting the list.