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Latest: October 25, 2026

LatestOctober 25, 2026

What Is Special Inspection? A Guide to CBC and IBC Chapter 17

Special inspection is the owner-hired, code-required inspection of structural and fire-resistive work under IBC and CBC Chapter 17. Learn who hires the agency, what work needs it, and how continuous and periodic inspection differ.

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Whether you need a special inspector for an active construction project, NDT services for structural steel, shop inspection at a fabrication facility, or an independent third-party audit, SierraPoint Industries can provide qualified personnel to support your project.

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