Foundation Prepour Inspection

[rliang69]

Hello,

Can anyone inform me what is involved in a Prepour foundation inspection? And what should a good inspection include? Thanks.

Rick

[Scottpat]

Many, many things. Depth of footings, proper amount and placement of steel(rebar), plumbing, termite pre-treat, just a whole bunch of things. I hate to say it but if you need to ask, I would suggest that you find another inspector to go with you that knows what to look for or pass on this job. Its not difficult to learn about slab foundations it just takes a little time and the chance to look at several slabs being constructed.

[swarga]

Scott is correct.

If you have to ask, you are probably not ready to look at the:

ABC

Plumbing

Rebar

Forms square/level

Underground Elec

Footing depth

debris inside forms or footings

Termite pretreat

Ufer for Elec

and so on and so on...

[gwharton1]

Rick,

I have been doing pre-pour inspections in your same area for years. Scott was right on. These are short inspections from a time standpoint, but very, very detailed.

There are numerous issues involved with post-tension cables that need particular attention, in addition to those items listed above.

I have yet to find an exhaustive piece or literature on the subject. Find someone to ride with. You will need 25 or more under your belt to be competent.

Good Luck,

Glenn

[rliang69]

Thanks for everyones replies. I didn't state it but I was looking for someone to do a pre-pour inspection. I just wanted to know what should be checked by a good inspector.

Best Regards,

Rick