{"ai_json_enabled":true,"answer":"Treat the milestone schedule in the contract as the binding guide. Before each payment, arrange a third\u2011party inspection that matches the written drawings and permits, and obtain a formal inspection report. Compare the site progress with the contract drawings, and record any defects in a dated log with agreed deadlines for rectification. Require the contractor to supply as\u2011built drawings, warranties and supplier manuals before final payment. Keep back a portion of the payment until all punch-list items are completed to a satisfactory standard. Include remedies for late completion or missed milestones, and specify how change orders will be handled in writing. Only release funds when the certificates, photos or reports confirm completion; avoid verbal assurances. Finally, ensure the handover package (permits, warranties, manuals, access keys, and as\u2011built drawings) is all in one package before the last payment.","answer_source":"openai_conversational_breadcrumb","category":"Building & Renovating in Khao Lak","category_slug":"building-in-khao-lak","confidence":"grounded_in_approved_property_guide_context","conversation_depth":1,"conversation_followup_type":"evidence","conversation_parent_slug":"what-should-happen-at-villa-handover","conversation_reason":"You asked how to verify milestones; the next natural step is to obtain objective evidence and formal documentation before payments.","conversation_root_slug":"what-should-happen-at-villa-handover","created_at":"2026-10-08T19:33:19+00:00","daily_publish_cap":3,"date_published":"2026-10-09","display_date":"2026-10-09","drip_batch":"2026-10-09","drip_status":"daily_auto_published","freshness_warning":"Property prices, availability, construction progress, rental rules and legal requirements can change. Confirm current details with the developer, seller, property manager, Thai lawyer or qualified adviser.","id":"daily-20261009-02-90a3cd69c0","image_ids":["[\"klpg_img_0181\"","\"klpg_img_0366\"","\"klpg_img_0375\"","\"klpg_img_0378\"","\"klpg_img_0379\"]"],"json_url":"/answer/how-do-i-verify-milestone-completion-before-releasing-the-corresponding-payment.json","last_updated":"2026-10-08T19:33:19+00:00","public_disclaimer":"This is general property guide information only, not legal, tax, financial or investment advice. Confirm the current position before signing documents or transferring funds.","publish_status":"published","published_at":"2026-10-08T19:33:19+00:00","question":"How do I verify milestone completion before releasing the corresponding payment?","question_intent":"evidence","rss_enabled":true,"rss_pub_date":"Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:33:19 GMT","schema_enabled":true,"site_key":"khao-lak-property-guide","slug":"how-do-i-verify-milestone-completion-before-releasing-the-corresponding-payment","source":"daily_auto_digital_twin_property_guide","source_record_ids":[],"source_type":"daily_auto_digital_twin_property_guide","source_urls":[],"status":"published","tags":["conversation follow-up","daily_property_guide","Building & Renovating in Khao Lak","daily_auto","digital_twin"],"updated_at":"2026-10-08T19:33:19+00:00"}