The permit holder shall call 803-222-9495 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. 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 and a schedule of when they are to be performed throughout the construction process as required by the International Residential Code. Depending on the nature of the work, certain types of inspections may not apply.
- Rough-In 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
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.
Note: with some exceptions, any renovation or remodel to an existing home will require upgrading all the fire alarms to today’s current construction standards.
Note: Gas systems to be tested at 10 psi.
2. 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.
3. Permanent Power Inspection
When 80% of the circuits have been completed, electric panel(s) completed, circuit breakers installed, lighting fixtures installed, receptacles and covers in place. Appliances, HVAC equipment, disconnects, etc. are installed and the house is ready for a power connection at the meter.
4. Final Inspection
To be made when construction is complete. When all appliances, plumbing electrical fixtures, etc. are installed and HVAC systems are operable.
5. 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.
Note: concealment of systems or components prior to being inspected will result in extra costs to the contractor in removing the materials or hiring of specialty firms, such as engineers, to otherwise demonstrate compliance.