Specialy Inspection Services
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
Alliance Deputy Inspections works as an independent third party to support compliance, documentation, and inspection requirements across a wide range of project types. We partner with the following to ensure compliance:
General Contractors
Developers and Project Managers
Investors/Private Homeowners
Design and Engineering Teams
Concrete
A deputy concrete inspection verifies that concrete placement complies with approved plans, specifications, and applicable building codes. This includes reviewing reinforcing steel, embedments, anchor bolts, forms, placement procedures, and any required testing.
Epoxy
Epoxy inspection involves a thorough assessment of epoxy placement and materials. It includes examining the condition, quality, and integrity of the epoxy application to ensure adherence to industry standards and specifications.
Wood Framing
A wood framing inspection is a process of examining the nailing or fastening of wood panels, typically used in the construction of shear walls. The inspection focuses on ensuring that the nails or fasteners are properly installed and secured to provide the necessary strength and stability to the structure.
Shotcrete/Gunite
A shotcrete deputy inspection verifies that shotcrete is installed in compliance with approved plans, project specifications, and applicable building codes. The inspection includes observation of reinforcement, surface preparation, application methods, thickness, and curing to help ensure structural integrity and code compliance.
Fireproofing
Fireproofing inspection involves evaluating the effectiveness and adherence of fire protection measures in a building or structure. This inspection includes a thorough examination of fireproofing materials, such as fire-resistant coatings, sprays, or insulation, to ensure they meet the required standards and specifications for fire resistance.
Welding
A welding inspection involves a comprehensive assessment of welded joints and welds to ensure they meet the required standards and specifications. This process includes examining the quality of the welds, checking for proper joint preparation, assessing the weld penetration, verifying the correct welding technique and materials used, and identifying any defects or discontinuities in the welds.
High-Strength Bolting
High-strength bolting inspections verify that structural steel bolts are installed and tensioned in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable building codes. This includes observing bolt type, installation method, pretensioning procedures, calibration of tensioning equipment, and final bolt installation to ensure proper load transfer and structural performance.
Post Tention
Post-tension deputy inspection verifies that post-tensioning systems are installed and stressed in compliance with approved plans, project specifications, and applicable building codes. The inspection includes observation of tendon placement, anchorage installation, stressing operations, and recorded forces to help ensure structural performance and code compliance.
Masonry
A masonry inspection involves the verification of masonry construction to ensure it complies with approved plans, specifications, and applicable building codes. This includes observing materials, reinforcement placement, grout installation, mortar type, workmanship, and construction sequencing.
FAQ's
When are some of the times when a Special Deputy Inspector would be needed?
Special (Deputy) Inspections are typically required when construction elements are critical to structural safety and must be verified beyond standard city inspections. Common examples include high-strength concrete placements, post-installed anchors (epoxy or mechanical), and high-stress wood framing where specific nailing patterns, fasteners, or load paths must be confirmed before concealment. Requirements are usually outlined in the approved plans and referenced by the building department.
Who typically hires a Deputy Inspector?
Deputy inspectors are most often hired by property owners, general contractors, developers, or engineers of record. While the inspector works independently, they coordinate closely with contractors, engineers, and city building departments to ensure all required inspections are completed and properly documented.
What types of inspections do you provide?
We provide a range of Special (Deputy) Inspection services, including but not limited to concrete placement and reinforcement verification, epoxy-installed anchors, structural steel connections, wood framing inspections, and other code-required special inspections as identified in the approved construction documents. Services are tailored to the specific scope of each project.
Do you work directly with cities and building departments?
Yes. We regularly coordinate with local building departments and follow all jurisdictional requirements. Inspection reports are prepared in accordance with the city and/or jurisdiction standards.
What areas do you service?
We primarily service projects throughout Southern California, including Riverside/San Bernardino County, Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, and surrounding areas.
