Relying on a contractor for all building inspections isn’t a good idea. While contractors play an important role during construction, understanding the different types of inspections—and who should perform them—is crucial. 1. Building InspectorThe first type of inspection is performed by the building inspector from the...
Type-V sheet is often misunderstood. In most cases, this advice is incorrect. Compliance with the building code typically requires a complete structural engineering design. While Chapter 23 of the California Building Code allows certain single‑story buildings to be designed using prescriptive provisions, the applicability of...
While cutting costs on a soil report may seem appealing at the outset of a project, not all soil reports are the same, and a less thorough report can lead to increased expenses during construction. Inexpensive or overly generic reports typically rely on conservative, code-minimum...