Inspections

Scheduling an Inspection

Please remember to allow for a 24- to 48-hour lead time when scheduling any inspection.

For further information regarding building permits, our processes and scheduling inspections please contact the Building Division at 630-620-5750.

Types of inspections

PRE-POUR-Footing (prior to placement of concrete).
PRE-POUR-Foundation (if reinforcing steel is required).
BACKFILL-Damp-proofing and drain tile, including sump pit.
ROUGH FRAMING-Framing (with no interior finished walls, ceilings, and insulation).
ROUGH HVAC-HVAC (Ductwork and blower door test)
ROUGH PLUMBING-Plumbing (water piping and drain, waste, and venting).
ROUGH ELECTRIC-Electrical (rough conduit system).
ELECTRIC SERVICE-Electrical (service, meter fitting and breaker panel). All exterior finished surfaces will be applied before continuing construction of interior.
INSULATION-Insulation (walls and ceilings if batting is used; vapor barrier if blown-in insulation).
PRE-POUR-Basement floors.
WATER SERVICE TAP-Water connection (to Buffalo Box).
SEWER CONNECTION-Sewer connection (no stub).
PRE-POUR-Garage floors.
PRE-POUR-Sidewalks (public and private).
GRADING-Grading (prior to landscaping).
PRE-POUR-Driveway (prior to placing concrete or asphalt).
FINAL INSPECTIONS (final building, electric, plumbing, fire, HVAC, etc.)