1. Inspect for substantial completion upon request
2. Review punch list items, inspect work and note any other items
3. Prepare certificate of substantial completion for approval of owner and contractor
4. Clock starts for some jurisdictions after Notice of Substantial Completion w/ a statute of repose
5. Adjust retainage per contract
6. After punch-list items cleared inspect for final completion upon request
7. Need affidavit that all payrolls, bills for materials & equipment, and other debts have been payed
8. Receive consent of surety to issue final payment
9. Get release of liens
10. Final Payment – make sure
11. Double check that work is complete
12. Accounts between owner & contractor should be settled
13. Warranties and certificates of inspection have been delivered
14. Protected against liens (owner’s legal counsel should advise)