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Inspection Types Footings- After forms are complete and any required reinforcement is in place. The “ufer” ground rod will also be checked at this inspection. Before concrete is poured. Foundation- After forms are complete and any required reinforcement and hold-downs are in place. Before concrete is poured. Holes (Footing)- After the holes are dug but before any concrete is placed in the bottom. Any required reinforcement should be in place. Foundation drains- Exterior foundation drains are installed (when required) and prior to being covered. Water Service- Underground main water line between the building and the water meter or property line. After the piping is installed but before the trench is filled. We do not inspect for other jurisdictions. Drain Lines- Underground sewer line between the building and property line or sewage disposal connection. After the piping is installed but before the trench is filled. We do not inspect for other jurisdictions. Gas Piping- After all in house and underground fuel gas piping is complete, under test, and prior to covering. Also, any above or below grade propane tanks and the piping from the tank to the structure. Underslab- After any piping, ductwork, insulation, interior footings/rebar, etc. is placed, and before the concrete slab is poured. Exterior Sheathing (Shearwall)- After all fasteners and exterior connectors are in place but prior to covering with house wrap or siding materials. Rough-in Plumbing- After all supply piping and DWV piping is installed and under test. Rough-in Mechanical- After all ductwork, vents and fixed equipment is in place. Electrical Cover- This needs to be scheduled with the electrical inspector through Labor & Industries. We cannot approve the framing inspection until this has been completed. Framing- Everything is framed and ready for insulation. All rough-ins are done, truss engineering is provided, L&I has approved cover. Framing is complete but not covered. Insulation- Insulation is in place. If not backed, a barrier is installed or vapor barrier primer is indicated. If backed, insulation is face stapled. Under floor insulation is held in place by an approved method. Vapor barrier in the crawl space is verified. Attic insulation is installed properly and eave baffles are installed. Gypsum/Sheetrock- This inspection is only required when part of a fire resistive system (wall between house and garage, beneath stairs), or when part of a shearwall system. Final- The structure is complete and ready to be occupied. Grade slopes away from the structure. Duct testing and a blower door test have been performed and the results have been provided. Compliance certificate has been completed and is posted within 3’ of the panel box. An insulation certificate has been completed and provided. L&I needs to have approved final and placed a sticker on the panel.