| Commencement |
To enable the proposed works to be discussed |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Excavation |
To ensure foundations are excavated to a satisfactory depth |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Concrete in foundations |
To ensure that the concrete has been laid correctly |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Damp-proof course |
To ensure that the DPC has been laid correctly |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Concrete oversite |
To check the preparation for the oversite concrete |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Drains |
Drains laid and before covering |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Drains inspection and test |
Testing of drains for water tightness after covering |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Occupation of building |
Check prior to occupation |
24 hours |
| Final completion |
Final check |
Within 5 days of completion |
| Before covering any structural timbers, steelwork or concrete |
This is not a mandatory inspection but is recommended |
Same day when requested before 10.00am, otherwise 24 hours |
| Before covering electrical installation (only required if electrics are not installed by a Competent Electrician) |
To check correct installation of cables in walls, floors and ceilings |
48 hours |