FIELDFOLIO
New fence install
- Property line and utilities marked
- Posts set
- Rails and pickets
- Gate hung
- Hardware
- Cleanup
Checklists by trade
Fence and deck job checklists
New fence install, new deck build, pergola / patio cover, fence section / gate and more. Here are the common steps for 12 fence and deck jobs.
Pick the job you are on. Run down the steps. Print this page for the truck. In the app, pick fence and deck as your trade and these jobs load as your checklist, next to your before, during and after photos.
New install
New deck build
- Permit and layout
- Utilities marked (811 ticket)
- Footings
- Ledger flashed and bolted
- Framing and decking
- Rails and stairs
- Inspection
Pergola / patio cover
- Layout
- Utilities marked (811 ticket)
- Posts and footings
- Beams and rafters
- Secure and level
- Finish
- Cleanup
Replace / 1-for-1 swap
Fence section / gate
- Posts set
- Rails / pickets
- Gate swings
- Hardware
- Stain (if)
- Cleanup
Deck board replace
- Bad boards removed
- Joists checked
- New boards set
- Fasteners
- Sweep
- Walkthrough
Fence replace (full)
- Old fence removed
- Posts reset
- New panels / pickets
- Gates
- Hardware
- Haul-off
Repair / service call
Deck repair / build
- Structure checked (ledger, posts, joists)
- Damaged boards or rails replaced
- Rail and post tightness tested
- Outdoor-rated fasteners
- Sweep and walkthrough
Fence post / leaning fence fix
- Utilities marked (811 ticket)
- Post dug out
- New post set
- Concrete
- Panel reattached
- Plumb checked
- Cleanup
Gate repair
- Sag found
- Hinges / brace fixed
- Latch aligned
- Swings clear
- Tested
- Customer shown
Renovation / remodel
Deck expansion / redesign
- Plan approved
- Existing checked
- New framing tied in
- Decking
- Railings
- Inspection
Inspect / maintain
Deck / fence stain & seal
- Washed
- Dry time
- Stain applied
- Even coverage
- Plants protected
- Photos
Deck safety inspection
- Ledger and flashing
- Footings and posts
- Joists
- Railings
- Stairs
- Photos
- Report
Use these as a base. You know the job best, so add or skip steps to fit it. You are responsible for the work and the customer info you collect. See the Terms.
Not sure which photos to take? See the fence and deck job photo checklist. Want these as a print-ready book with a sheet per job type? That is a trade pack, on the pricing page.