The
permit holder shall call 803-222-9495 x204 to request periodic
inspections of the work as it progresses. 24 hours notice
should be provided prior to each inspection.
Work
shall not progress beyond the point indicated in each successive
inspection without first obtaining the approval of the Building
Official. (Certain inspections can be simultaneously, however.)
Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and shall not
be covered or concealed until authorized by the Building Official.
The following is an
outline of the different types of inspections the Town of Clover
provides and a schedule of when they are to be performed
throughout the construction process as required by the
International Residential Code.
1.
Preliminary Inspection
To be made before the issuance of a permit at the discretion
of the Building Official.
2.
Footing Inspection
To be made after all footings are excavated, all grade stakes
are installed, forms have been placed, all crushed
stone, and all reinforcing steel with supports are tied and/or all welded wire
fabric is installed, when required, and before any concrete is placed.
The vapor retarder shall be installed prior to the inspection.
3.
Under slab inspection
To be performed after in-slab or under-floor reinforcing steel
and building service equipment, conduit, piping accessories and
other ancillary equipment or items are in place, but before any
concrete is placed or floor sheathing installed, including the
sub-floor. The
plumbing and sewer service, and distribution lines and drains shall be left
uncovered and ready for leak inspection. Drain lines must be filled with a 10'
column of water.
4.
Foundation Inspection (raised foundations)
To be made after all foundation supports are installed. This
inspection is to check foundation supports, crawl space leveling,
ground clearances, and positive drainage, where required.
5. Open
Floor Frame Inspection (raised foundations)
To be performed after the foundation walls are up, the girders
and bands are in place, the bolting/strapping is attached, and
prior to installing floor decking. Any drainage system to be
installed in the crawl space shall be present at this time.
6.
Rough Frame Inspection
To be made after the roof, wall, ceiling, and floor framing are complete with
appropriate blocking, bracing and fire stopping in place. To be made after all
parts of the electrical, plumbing, heating/ventilation, or cooling system that
will be hidden from view in the finished building are in place, but before
any wall, ceiling finish, or building insulation is installed. Material
storage shall not inhibit an inspection of all walls. The following items
should be in place and visible for inspection:
a.
Pipes (waste pipes filled with water to a height of 10' or filled to the
highest fixture / supply pipes pressurized)
b. Wiring
c.
Chimneys and vents
d.
Flashing for roofs, chimneys and wall openings
e. Insulation baffles
f. Bathroom vent ducts
Note: Gas systems to be tested at 10 psi.
7.
Lathe and Gypsum Board Inspection
To be made after the lathing and gypsum board, interior and
exterior, is in place, but before any plastering is applied or
gypsum board joints and fasteners are taped and finished.
Exception: Gypsum board that is not part of
a fire-resistance-rated assembly or a sheer assembly.
8. Fire
Stop Inspection
To be made prior to concealing penetrations in
fire-resistance-rated assemblies, or smoke barriers, from view.
9.
Insulation Inspection
To be made after an approved building framing and rough-in
inspection, with all insulation and vapor retarders in place,
but before any wall or ceiling covering is applied.
10.
Permanent Power Inspection
When all circuits have been completed, electric panel(s)
completed, circuit breakers installed, lighting fixtures
installed, receptacles and covers in place. Disconnects, HVAC
equipment (can be delayed), etc. are installed and the house is
ready for a power connection at the meter.
11.
Final Inspection
To be made when construction is essentially complete. When all
appliances and plumbing fixtures are installed and HVAC systems
are operable.
12.
Other Inspections
·
The Building Official may make or require any
other inspections to ascertain compliance with the Building Code
and other laws of the Town of Clover.
