A Pre-Pour foundation inspection, or Phase One inspection, is performed when the foundation for the property has been prepared and before the builder is ready to pour the concrete. The purpose of a Pre-Pour or Phase One inspection is to make sure and check that the foundation has been constructed at this stage according to modern building standards. Once the foundation is poured, these systems and components will be difficult, if not impossible, to access without disrupting the construction finish.

• Inspecting the formwork and surrounding bracing.
• Inspect the interior pads for proper compaction and form.
• Inspecting the post-tension cables to check they are installed according to the Post-Tensioning Institute, or PTI, standards.
• Inspect post-tension support chairs near plumbing and changes in elevation.
• Inspect the beams or trenches for proper depth and construction methods.
• Inspect the plumbing system at the current building stage.
• Inspect the vapor barrier for proper installation and performance.
• Inspect reinforced steel placement and sizing.

A Pre-Drywall or Phase 2 inspection is performed in the Pre-Drywall stage of the building process. This phase may include the completion of certain elements such as the roofing components, foundation, plumbing, walls, and the electrical rough-in before the drywall is hung. This phase in the construction process can be important to identify mistakes during the inspection and have the builder make corrections before the problem becomes concealed and becomes more costly.

• the foundation
• wall system
• roof system
• floor system
• HVAC systems
• plumbing system
• electrical system
• roof covering
• the interior, exterior wall covering, doors, and windows