Inspections

Inspection Type

Inspection Detail

Estimated Timeframe

Zoning

After property is staked out by surveyor, check for proper setbacks (see Zoning District tab for setbacks)

20 min.

Footing

After footing is dug (13” or more) and all grade markers set; all reinforcement material should be in place

30-45 min.

Ground Plumbing

Slab construction – after gravel base in place.All materials & connections must be visible.Lines should be secured to allow for pressure test on water and pressure or stack test on SS lines.

30 min.

Slab

Gravel base down and plumbing approved (if applicable).WWM & vapor barriers in place.If fiber concrete is chosen, verification of fiber (receipt) from concrete provider.

30 min.

Foundation

Crawlspace construction – Upon completion of foundation wall and installation of girders & floor joist, before subfloor is applied.NOTE:Do not put vapor barrier on ground prior to subfloor installation!

1 hour

Framing, Rough-In

Upon Completion of framing, including all rafters, ceiling joists, roof decking, load bearing & non-load bearing walls, external sheathing, as well as porches, decks, overhangs, etc.Should have all plumbing & electrical rough-in & pass electrical RI inspection. After electrical and plumbing, but before sheetrock, NO insulation is to be installed before rough-in inspection.

45 min.

Plumbing, Rough-In

Upon completion of installation of building water supply & waste disposal lines, but prior to installation of fittings or fixtures. Pressure test components should be in place.

45 min.

Energy Efficiency

Prior to installation of interior wall sheathing- also known as an insulation inspection

30 min.

Sheet Rock

After attachment, but prior to taping, mudding or finishing.EXTERIOR – at some point during the process of bricking or siding attachment.

30 min.

Preliminary Final

Before final electrical inspection, but prior to interior painting, floor finish, cabinet installation, etc.(45 days) also known as a service release. We send the service release to Winchester Utiltiies. 

15 min.

Final Inspection

After final electrical inspection (with the State inspector) Upon completion of project including all interior finish, landscaping, flatwork, etc.

1 hour