Grading Pre-Inspection Los Angeles

Grading Pre Inspections in Los Angeles

Are you in the market for a grading pre-inspection?

Sterling Watson Collective is a full-service engineering and construction company that provides grading pre inspection services to businesses and individuals in Los Angeles. Whether you need an inspection for a new construction project or you are looking to get an estimate for an existing grading project, we can help. We have been in business for many years, and our team of experts has the experience and knowledge to help you with your project.

The Importance of a Grading Pre-Inspection

Properties in the greater Los Angeles area are subject to on-site field inspections under the “Hillside Grading Ordinance Area”. The goal of a grading pre-inspection is to ensure the safety and quality of the whole build through intensive field inspection procedures. This inspection must be done by LADBS (Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety) staff in order to receive building permits from the city.

The Process of Grading Pre Inspection

The grading inspector will coordinate with the lead project inspector to ensure that all required information is exchanged before construction. The grading inspector will also meet with the contractor before work starts to go over the requirements for the project.

Here is the process of a grading pre-inspection:

1. Review Project Plan

When the permit is issued, the first step is for our inspector to review the project plan. It will give us an idea of the approved work and help us better understand what to look for during the inspection process.

2. Inspection Record Keeping

You must keep all documents related to the inspection process. It includes the permit, project plan, and all inspection reports. These documents will be used to help our inspector keep track of the progress of the project and ensure that all work is being completed according to plan.

3. Pre-Grade Conference

Before work begins, our inspector will meet with the contractor to go over the requirements for the project. It is an opportunity for us to ask any questions about the work taking place and ensure that the contractor understands all of the requirements.

4. Additional In-Progress Inspections

Our inspector will perform additional inspections to ensure that the work is being done according to plan. These inspections will be documented and added to the file for the project.

5. Revisions to the Plan

Once our grading inspector notices a significant difference between the site and the approved grading plans, we will work with the contractor to revise the plan. These revisions will be documented and submitted to the lead project inspector for review.

6. Rough Grading Inspections

After the revisions to the plan have been made, our inspector will perform a series of rough grading inspections. These inspections will ensure that the work is being done according to plan and that the site is ready for final grading.

7. Final Grading Inspections

When all of the work is completed, our inspector will perform a series of final grading inspections. These inspections will ensure that the site is graded according to plan and that all required work has been completed.

8. Final Approval

It is the final step in the inspection process. Once the inspector has completed all of the required inspections and is satisfied with the work, we will issue final approval for the project. You will then add this approval to the file for the project.

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In addition to providing grading pre inspections for Los Angeles, our experienced team can also assist with all of the required services for your next high-end or custom residential project including:

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