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Site Inspections

In regard to loft conversions UK building regulations dictate that the local building control officers must make regular site inspections to ensure that minimum standards are being met during key stages of the building process.

What is often overlooked is that the building control officer needs to be notified so he can make visits.

Although spot checks can take place it is up to the builder to contact the BCO and invite him to inspect the work.

Once the invitation has been made the builder must leave any work to be inspected easily accessible. As a note of caution the BCO does have the power to make the builder take down any work that obstructs his access.

The builder must issue a formal invitation to the building control officer to make a site inspection at certain key moments during the build.

These are:

The beginning of the project

When new flooring joists or beams are installed

Installation of insulation to roofs and walls

When the stairs are put in place

The installation of the fire doors, escape routes and smoke alarms

When the project is complete and ready to be signed off

The loft conversions UK building regulations state that the builder must request a visit by the BCO in writing with one days notice being the norm though two days notice is required for the start and completion site inspections.

Sometimes more inspections will be held in addition to those noted above and these occasions could include; if the party wall is extended, any other structural alterations including dormers; electrical work and plumbing fixes.

Of all the site inspections probably the most important is the last one. The reason for this is the building control officer will not issue the completion certificate until he has held a final inspection.

Having a completion certificate is hugely important as it is confirmation that the loft conversion has been carried out according to the building regulations and will have to be produced if the property is sold at any point in the future.

For more info see the related pages below or complete the form at the bottom of the page for a free no obligation quote from tradesmen near you...

The Building Regulations

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The Difference Between The Building Regulations And Planning Permission

Loft Conversions UK - Get A Free Quote

How To Make A Building Regulations Application

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