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Insulation – Pre-Work Inspection Checklist

This checklist ensures that the home is prepared for insulation installation by confirming all necessary prerequisites are complete, including inspections, site cleanliness, and the readiness of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. It emphasizes sealing exterior openings, protecting fixtures, and ensuring the site is safe and accessible for efficient insulation installation.

Review the plans, including details for the finished basement

Receive or pick up the purchase order

Verify that rough inspections are complete and the house has passed inspections

Ensure the house is clean and free of debris

Inspect all windows to confirm they are intact and unbroken

Verify that exterior doors are weatherstripped and sealed

Ensure all windows are weatherstripped and sealed

Confirm the bottom plate is sill sealed

Install temporary stairs, if required

Install temporary handrails

Ensure temporary safety bracing is in place

Confirm HVAC ductwork is installed

Cover and protect ducts

Verify that plumbing pipes, tubs, and showers are installed and undamaged

Ensure electrical wiring and boxes are in place

Verify that exterior insulation and sheathing board are installed, undamaged, and repaired as needed with no gaps or missing pieces