Preparing for Your Building Inspection (Informed Homeowner, Band 7) - Softcover

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BUILD SMART BEFORE THE INSPECTOR ARRIVES
Building inspections do not have to be a surprise. Whether you are a homeowner, contractor, or subcontractor, knowing what inspectors look for can save time, money, and costly rework.
Preparing for Your Building Inspection provides a practical look at the residential inspection process, from the first inspection through final approval. Learn what inspectors commonly look for, why inspections fail, and how to prepare before requesting an inspection.
Inside you will find practical guidance on:

• Preparing for each stage of inspection
• Common framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical failures
• Roofing, exterior, drainage, and water-management issues
• Life-safety requirements and common final-inspection problems
• Working effectively with your building inspector
• Pre-inspection checklists to help identify problems before the inspector arrives
• 2024 IRC code references to help you find and research common requirements

Written by a building official who works in the field, this book uses real-world examples to help homeowners and construction professionals understand what inspectors look for and why it matters.
Prepare before the inspection. Find the problems early. Build it right the first time.
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