Technical faults discovered only a few days before opening increase cost and operational pressure. Sequencing work by priority and dependency prevents mistakes such as installing furniture before painting or covering a surface before a plumbing issue is resolved.
1. Water and drainage
- Main valves, taps, cisterns and flexible hoses
- Drains and traps that have not been used for months
- Tanks, pumps and visible pipe connections
- Leak marks in kitchens, bars and wet areas
2. Electrical and lighting
- Breakers, residual-current protection and heavily loaded sockets
- Emergency lighting, external lights and sign supplies
- Removal of damaged extension leads and temporary connections
3. Air-conditioning and ventilation
Filters, drainage, outdoor-unit airflow and first operation should be checked before opening. A leaking or poorly cooling unit creates much greater disruption once the property is busy.
4. Doors, windows and furniture
Guest doors, locks, chairs, tables, shelves and fixed cabinets should be checked for loose connections and stability.
5. Paint, silicone and surfaces
Do not paint before the moisture source is resolved. Joints, grout and silicone in wet areas should be renewed before regular water use begins.
Manage the list
Classify tasks as safety-critical, operationally critical, guest-facing or deferrable. A photographic list makes sequencing and combining compatible tasks much easier.
