Depending on the type of footings and foundation, the number and timing of
inspections varies as follows:
- Unreinforced concrete footings - Inspected before pouring of concrete.
- Reinforced concrete footings - Inspected after placement of forms and
reinforcing and prior to pouring of concrete.
- Masonry or unreinforced concrete foundation - Inspected after placement of
materials.
- Reinforced concrete foundation - Inspected after placement of forms and
reinforcement and prior to pouring of concrete.
- Wood Foundations - Inspected after framing and sheathing and prior to the
placement of gravel
- Foundation drain tiles, waterproofing and exterior insulation (when
required) - Inspected prior to soil backfill. This may be combined with the
inspection of masonry or unreinforeed concrete foundations. The interior
drain tiles and any under slab plumbing, electrical or heating work shall
also be inspected prior to the pouring of the basement floor.
Zoning
setbacks are also commonly verified at the time of footing inspection.