Concrete Special Inspection & Testing
Concrete is a necessary material for today’s modern buildings. In order to ensure that structures are safely engineered, it’s important that they undergo concrete special inspection and testing during construction. Not only does this ensure the integrity of city infrastructure, but in most cases, it is also a building code requirement.
When Is Concrete Construction Special Inspection Necessary?
Concrete is one of the most common materials used in building construction. As such, its use is heavily regulated by city and state guidelines. These regulations are put in place to ensure that the buildings are safe for occupancy upon completion.
Certain applications of concrete require special inspections and testing. At All American Inspection Services, we can help you ensure that every stage of concrete construction complies with building code regulations. During our concrete special inspections, we’ll evaluate the construction site prior to the concrete pour, test the concrete mix for strength, ensure that procedures are aligned with building plans, and more. We can also oversee post-placement procedures after the concrete has been applied. This all-inclusive service is just part of our concrete special inspection checklist!
We’re Certified Concrete Inspectors!
Our concrete inspectors have to undergo extensive training and testing in order to gain certification as special concrete inspectors. In addition, these trained professionals are both skilled and experienced. They know what they’re doing, and they’re equipped with the tools and technology necessary to ensure your concrete applications are up to code. This makes the process of special inspection for concrete run smoothly and efficiently. It also safeguards against costly delays and mistakes that can compromise the entire building project. Most importantly, it guarantees your building meets municipal regulations and is safe for its occupants.
State-of-the-Art Concrete Inspection Equipment
As top-rated professionals in the concrete inspection business, we have the tools to ensure the job is done accurately and efficiently. This includes concrete x-ray tools for subsurface imaging as well as concrete coring and cutting equipment. We also employ safe and effective Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) technology.
Concrete Special Inspection Procedure
Local and state building construction regulations typically require special concrete inspections and testing for concrete over 3000 psi. This generally means that a professional concrete inspector like those at All American Inspection Services must be on site during the concrete pour to determine that the right mix is being used and that the concrete placement is done properly. Concrete samples must also be cast and taken to the lab for further testing.
At All American Inspection Services, we also document the entire concrete inspection process as well as the results of all concrete testing. That way, you have all the necessary paperwork to meet concrete special inspection requirements if and when you need it.
Our qualified and dependable concrete special inspection services play an integral part in the safety and proliferation of residential and commercial property throughout Southern California. Call us today for your concrete inspection needs.