So, it was a bit shock when we failed our sheathing inspection last week. I knew codes had been adopted (it is pretty clear on the City's website) but I didn't know the specifics that were required for us. Since we aren't "seasoned builders" we were completely caught off guard and frustrated when we found out our homewasn't up to code. After a few discussions with the building inspector, our consultants, suppliers, and a couple other local builders we finally were able to remedy the concerns and get an approval for the sheathing inspection.
As an Owner/Builder, the inspection process is a bittersweet aspect of the house. From the builders viewpoint, we lose time and money dealing with the inspectors and what seem to be insignificant details. But more importantly, from the owners standpoint, Codes and the inspectors are there to make our home as safe as possible. That's a good thing to me. I want this home to be the best it can be to raise our two boys and withstand all that the Oklahoma weather and time can throw at it!
Losing almost a week of production time is frustrating (and costly) but we did learn some lessons that will help in the future. If this was easy, I suppose more people would do it. The challenge is tough, but the reward will be great!
The next week should complete the framing and have the house dried in... Which is ironic since there is an unusual weather pattern (including rain) in the forecast for the 3rd week in July. You really can't make this stuff up!
So for now I'll catch up on the next sections of the International Residential Code for one and two family dwellings, 2009 edition. If you're looking for something to read, I don't recommend it. It's really not as fun as it sounds!
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