Deck/Porch Installation – Final Inspection Checklist
This checklist ensures that the deck and porch construction is completed to plan and meets all quality and safety standards before the trade contractor leaves the jobsite. It includes verifying structural integrity, proper installation of components, and site cleanliness. By completing this inspection, the deck and porch are confirmed as safe, secure, and ready for use.
Build the deck per the plan
Build the porch per the plan
Ensure the deck or porch is level
Use 5/4-board bullnosed decking with correct spacing
Securely bolt the deck or porch to the house with no give or sway
Install 4x4 deck posts and ensure they are plumb
Set jacks in concrete and secure them with shackle bolts
Terminate all handrail corners with a 4x4 deck post
Ensure handrails are secure with no give or movement
Secure and properly nail all pickets
Verify the step run and rise are correct
Construct landings per the plan (if required)
Clean the jobsite and remove construction debris and trash to the correct area
Stack excess materials in the garage, field count them, and note them on the purchase order
Count unusable material and note it on the purchase order
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