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The Show Unit Handover Checklist
A four-part pre-opening check for any show unit: defects, function, styling, and cleanliness, plus a routine to keep it fresh.
2026-07-31
Before a show unit opens to visitors, walk it against a four-part checklist: defects (paint, silicone, scuffs), function (every light, AC, and outlet working), styling (cushions, bedding, table setting), and cleanliness. Log each item with a photo, assign an owner to fix it, then re-inspect, so the first customer sees the unit flawless.
Check defects and snags
Walk each room for the flaws construction and installation often leave behind: paint smears, scuffed walls, uneven grout, doors that do not close flush. Build a snag list with locations and photos, assign a team to fix them, and set a re-inspection date before opening. A show unit represents the whole project's quality, so small defects hit buyer confidence hard.
- Wall paint, smears, cracks, and scuffs
- Grout, silicone, and material joints
- Doors, windows, and handles closing flush and smooth
- Floors and tiles for scratches and grout lines
Confirm every system works
Switch on every light, every AC unit, and every outlet and switch. Check water pressure in the bathroom and kitchen, flush the toilet, run the water heater, and smell for damp or drain odours. A closed unit in Bangkok's humidity builds up smell and moisture fast, so run the AC and place a dehumidifier before opening day.
Style and clean before opening, then maintain
Only after repairs and system checks do the final styling: cushions, bedding, the dining table setting, accessories, and fresh items. Wipe glass and glossy surfaces free of fingerprints. Then set a daily maintenance schedule, because dust and wear from heavy walk-in traffic age a unit faster than expected.
- Straighten cushions, bedding, and curtains; set the table fully
- Wipe glass, taps, and glossy surfaces fingerprint-free
- Refresh flowers and fresh items and clear waste on a cycle
- Set a daily cleaning and re-inspection schedule
How far ahead should you inspect the show unit?
Run the main inspection at least three to five days ahead so there is time to fix the snag list and re-check, then do a final pass on opening morning for cleanliness and styling.
Who should sign off on the show unit handover?
Have representatives from the developer, the sales team, and the styling lead inspect and sign off together, with photos of the unit's condition attached, so there is a reference if damage occurs during the sales period.
How do you maintain a show unit while it is open?
Set a daily cleaning schedule and a weekly defect check, and keep spare styling items for the fast-wearing spots such as cushions, throws, and fresh flowers, so the unit looks new throughout the sales run.