What are the Different Stages of the Inspection Process?

Learn about different stages of inspection process including reception inspection, pre-drywall inspection and building control inspections.

What are the Different Stages of the Inspection Process?

It is also known as reception inspection and involves inspecting and checking all the raw materials and purchased parts that are supplied before putting them into stock or using them in the manufacturing process. This inspection can be done by the supplier or at the manufacturer's door. If the incoming materials are large in quantity and involve an enormous transportation cost, it is economical to inspect them at the seller's or supplier's site. The inspection process is divided into several stages.

The first stage is conducted before pouring the concrete from the foundation. The second stage is done once the framing is finished, the pipes have been roughed out and the electrical wiring has been installed, but before covering the walls. The third stage is the final one, where everything should be in the right place and work properly. During this stage, inspectors visit the school and interview the principal, president of the board and other members of the school.

The last stage of inspection is carried out before marketing to check if poor quality products can be rejected or sold at a reduced price. This has the advantage of avoiding wasting time and money on defective units and avoiding delays in assembly. NEI team members provide information about this process and respond to schools' questions. The responsibility for performing these inspections may lie with the project manager, contractor, or an outside contractor.

Finally, building control inspections are essential to ensure that the structure complies with regulations and is safe for occupancy. Pre-drywall inspection is performed before installing drywall or other interior wall coverings. It is important to note that builders here don't need a license. Inspectors, realtors, plumbers, electricians, heating and air conditioning technicians, and pest control technicians must be licensed by the state of Texas.

There are many types of home inspections available for your home or building during construction. These inspections are necessary to provide customers with an independent view of the quality of work. Good builders often welcome outside inspectors to help discover errors or honest errors that might go unnoticed. Quality-related inspections focus on processes, materials, services and work units according to contracted quality requirements.

Building control inspections are necessary to verify compliance during excavation, foundation installation, drain coating, insulation, roofing and completion. These inspections are essential to ensure that the structure complies with regulations and is safe for occupancy.