Building Inspections

All issued permits require an inspection during or after the work. The applicant/contractor is responsible for scheduling inspections. Approved plans and the inspection card must be on-site and available to the inspector. For questions about required inspections, contact our team at permittech@cityofamericancanyon.org or (707) 647-4582.

 

When are Inspections Required?

All issued permits require an inspection during and/or after the work. The applicant/contractor is responsible for scheduling these inspections. Depending on the project type, the following inspections are required:

  • Foundation: After trenches are excavated, forms erected and steel is in place.
  • Underfloor: After the installation of underfloor framing, heating ducts and plumbing.
  • Underfloor Insulation: After the floor insulation is installed, but prior to installation of the subfloor.
  • Reroof: Roof nail and final (an overlay roof needs a final inspection only).
  • Rough Frame: After the roof, all framing fire blocking, siding, lath and bracing are in place and all pipes, chimneys, vents, rough electrical and plumbing are installed.
  • Insulation: After the wall and ceiling insulation is installed.
  • Drywall Nail: After the drywall is installed and prior to tape or texture.
  • Final: After finish grading and the building is completed and ready for occupancy.
  • Water Heater, HVAC: After installation a final inspection is required.
  • Footings: When all forms, reinforcing steel, hold down straps and bolts are in place, but prior to being covered.
  • Lath inspection: When all wire lath and trim are installed, prior to covering with stucco.
  • Slab On Grade: If there is under slab plumbing, electrical or mechanical, leave them exposed for inspection.
  • Sewer Lateral: Depth of the trench inspection and a final. Sewer systems must comply.
  • Wallboard: When the wallboard is installed and nailed/screwed, but prior to fastener or joint treatment. Fire-resistive and required sound wall penetrations, head of wall and construction joints shall be sealed per an approved listed system at this time.
  • Service Change or Upgrade: When work is complete call for a final inspection. It will be tagged by the inspector when approved. PG&E will be notified.

Not all inspections will apply to every job. If you are unsure which inspections are required, contact our team.

 

Schedule an Inspection

Access the inspection hotline 24/7:

(707) 551-4619

When calling to request an inspection, you will reach a recorded line. Please be ready to provide the following information:

  • Name and contact number of the requester
  • On-site representative's name and contact number (who will meet the inspector)
  • Building permit number
  • Site address
  • Preferred time window for inspection on the next business day (except Mondays). While we aim to accommodate preferences, specific times cannot be guaranteed.

Your inspection will be scheduled for the next business day following your call.

Inspections are generally scheduled between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm, Tuesday through Friday (no inspections on Mondays).

Please note that you will not receive a confirmation phone call from the hotline.

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