01 Close facade edges, plinth and exposed interfaces
Protect the bottom and outer face of the building before site levels rise.
- Check plinth height, splash zone, facade base and waterproofing terminations.
- Install facade finish, cladding or render with movement joints and drips.
- Coordinate exterior lighting, outlets and penetrations.
Hold point: Site grading should not cover facade or plinth details until they are inspected.
Tools, equipment and access: Scaffold, Render tools, Sealant gun, Drip edge tools
02 Set drainage, grading and hardscape base
Move water away from the structure before final landscaping.
- Confirm finished floor, external levels and slope away from the building.
- Install drains, inspection points, channels and stormwater routes.
- Prepare base layers for paving, paths, ramps and service access.
Hold point: Paving or landscape finishes should not proceed until drainage routes and slopes are checked.
Tools, equipment and access: Laser level, Compactor, Drain laser, Pipe tools, Paver tools
03 Install landscape preparation and final external systems
Finish external areas without damaging facade, waterproofing or access.
- Install irrigation sleeves, lighting cable routes and planting preparation.
- Protect completed facade and drains during final soil or paving works.
- Test exterior lighting, drainage flow and access routes.
Hold point: Final handover of external works should wait until rainwater path, lighting and access are tested.
Tools, equipment and access: Irrigation tools, Cable locator, Lighting tester, Protection boards