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Inspection Setup and Reference Conditions

Project area and drywall scope identified

Record the room, elevation, wall/ceiling area, gridline, or other scope being inspected.

Reference standard available on site critical (required)

GA-214 acceptance criteria or project specification is available for comparison.

Yes No N/A

Viewing conditions match specified inspection method critical (required)

Confirm the surface was evaluated under the intended lighting and viewing distance.

Inspection lighting intensity measured

Record measured light level at the inspection plane.

Note (optional)

Surface is clean, dry, and free of dust or debris that could obscure defects critical (required)

Dust, overspray, or debris should not prevent a valid visual assessment.

Yes No N/A

Inspection photos captured for representative areas and any deficiencies critical (required)

Include overall views and close-ups of any non-conformances.

Note (optional)

Drywall Taping and Joint Treatment

Joint tape is fully embedded with no visible blisters, wrinkles, or loose edges critical (required)

Inspect taped joints for adhesion, continuity, and surface integrity.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Butt joints are feathered and blended without abrupt ridges

Assess the smoothness and transition of butt joints under the specified lighting.

Note (optional)

Inside and outside corners are straight, uniform, and free of cracking critical (required)

Corner bead and corner finish should show consistent alignment and no visible separation.

Yes No N/A

Fastener heads are properly covered and not telegraphing through the finish critical (required)

Screw or nail heads should not be visible as dimples, pops, or ridges.

Yes No N/A

Surface shows no evidence of shrinkage cracks, edge cracking, or joint separation critical (required)

Check all accessible joints and transitions for cracking or movement-related defects.

Yes No N/A

Observed taping or joint treatment deficiencies documented

List locations and describe any observed non-conformances requiring rework.

Primer and Base Coat Evaluation

Primer applied to all required drywall surfaces critical (required)

Confirm primer coverage matches the project specification and finish system.

Yes No N/A

Primer coverage is uniform with no missed spots, holidays, or thin areas critical (required)

Look for visible substrate show-through, lap marks, or inconsistent absorption.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Primer seals repaired areas and joint compound consistently

Assess whether repaired areas blend with adjacent surfaces after priming.

Note (optional)

Primer defects observed

Select all primer-related defects observed during inspection.

Note (optional)

Primer-related non-conformances documented with corrective action

Describe the deficiency, location, and required rework or touch-up.

Final Finish Appearance

Surface is free of visible tool marks, ridges, or sanding scratches at normal viewing distance critical (required)

Inspect the finish at the specified viewing distance and lighting angle.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Texture and sheen are uniform across adjacent surfaces

Evaluate consistency of texture, sheen, and visual blend between patches and field areas.

Note (optional)

No visible flashing, shadowing, or telegraphing under specified lighting critical (required)

Check for defects that become apparent under raking light or daylight.

Yes No N/A

Surface is free of dents, gouges, pinholes, and other visible imperfections critical (required)

Document any visible surface damage or finish defects.

Yes No N/A

Final finish appearance rating

Overall visual assessment of the finished drywall surface.

Note (optional)

Final Acceptance and Sign-Off

Overall inspection result critical (required)

Select the final acceptance status for the inspected area.

Open deficiencies requiring corrective action

List all remaining deficiencies, responsible party, and target completion date.

Inspector signature critical (required)

Inspector signs to confirm the accuracy of the assessment and findings.

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Run: Drywall Finish Level Acceptance Audit

Inspection Setup and Reference Conditions

Drywall Taping and Joint Treatment

Primer and Base Coat Evaluation

Final Finish Appearance

Final Acceptance and Sign-Off

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