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If you have a project under-construction and you encounter a note on your plan requesting a special inspection, that is where a deputy/special inspection will be required by the engineer or the city.
 
A Deputy Inspector or a Special Inspector are the same thing. Deputy inspectors are a third-party entity that are required by the California Building code within all the jurisdictions throughout California for both residential and commercial projects. While Deputy Inspectors are not city employees, they are required to be properly licensed to provide their services. The city monitors the work of a special inspector to ensure the requirements of the California Building code and the approved plans are followed. We come in anytime the following are required.

Reinforced concrete is being poured over 2500 PSI by code.

When you are using EPOXY/chemical adhesive for any rebar, anchor bolts, and hold downs.
Also for installation of expansion anchors or mechanical anchors.

Shear Wall Nailing Inspections when the nail spacing on shear wall is 4 inches on center or less.

Shotcrete placement, including verification of reinforcement prior to the placement of the shotcrete.

For all the shop and field welding operations and anytime high strength bolts are utilized on structured elements.

Masonry Construction this maybe either periodic or continuous inspection of reinforcing steel grout & mortar placement and testing.

There are a few other types of inspections when a deputy/special inspector is required.  Contact our office for a full list of services and information.

We provide the highest level of expertise and accuracy in special inspections, material testing, and geotechnical testing services throughout California.