Controlled Inspections

Controlled inspections are a critical part of the Department of Buildings application sign-off process. They exist to protect both owner investment in construction and the well-being of building occupants.

We are a registered Class 3 SIA (Special Inspection Agency) for the following NYCDOB TR-1 controlled inspection types:

Special Inspections

• Luminous Egress Path Markings
• Structural Steel – Welding
• Structural Steel – Details
• Structural Steel – High Strength Bolting
• Structural Cold – Formed Steel
• Concrete – Cast in Place
• Masonry
• Vertical Masonry Foundation Elements/Piers
• Mechanical Systems
• Structural Stability – Existing Buildings
• Heating Systems
• Fire-Resistant Penetrations and Joints (otherwise know in the industry as “Firestopping”)
• Chimneys
• Underpinning

Progress Inspections

• Footing and Foundation
• Lowest Floor Elevation
• Structural Wood Frame
• Energy Code Compliance Inspections (all TR-8 items)
• Fire-Resistance Rated Construction
• Public Assembly Emergency Lighting
• Final Sign-off