Wood Framing Inspection

Inspection template for verifying wood framing compliance with IBC 2304, including nailing schedules, blocking, shear panels, and uplift connections.

Project and Plan Verification

• Approved plans and framing details available on site
  Verify the current approved structural plans, framing details, and revisions are available for reference during inspection.
• Inspection area and level identified
  Record the building area, floor/level, gridline, room, or wall segment inspected.
• Framing stage suitable for inspection
  Confirm framing is sufficiently exposed to verify members, fasteners, blocking, shear elements, and connections before concealment.
• Applicable code basis identified
  Document the governing code or project standard used for the inspection, such as IBC 2304 and approved structural notes.
• Inspector notes and scope limitations
  Record any areas not accessible, concealed conditions, or scope limitations that affect verification.

Members, Layout, and Framing Alignment

• Studs, joists, rafters, and beams match approved size and spacing
  Check member sizes, spacing, and layout against the approved framing plans and structural notes.
• Members are plumb, level, and properly aligned
  Verify framing members are installed without excessive bowing, twisting, or misalignment that would affect load transfer or finish installation.
• Notches, holes, and cuts appear compliant with approved details
  Inspect field modifications, notches, bored holes, and end cuts for consistency with the approved structural details and no visible overcutting or damage.
• Damaged, split, or deteriorated members identified
  Document any cracked, split, crushed, decayed, or otherwise damaged framing members requiring repair or replacement.
• Member condition notes
  Record specific locations of any observed non-conformance, including member type and extent of damage or deviation.

Fasteners and Nailing Schedule

• Nailing schedule matches approved structural details
  Confirm fastener type, size, spacing, and edge distances match the approved nailing schedule for the inspected assembly.
• Sheathing and framing fasteners installed at required spacing
  Verify visible fasteners are installed at the specified spacing, including perimeter and field nailing where applicable.
• Connectors are fully fastened with specified nails or screws
  Check joist hangers, straps, clips, and similar connectors for correct fastener count, type, and placement.
• Fasteners show no splitting, overdriving, or missing heads
  Inspect for overdriven nails, split members, missing fasteners, or other fastening defects that reduce connection capacity.
• Fastener and connector deficiencies documented
  List any locations where fastening does not match the approved schedule or manufacturer requirements.

Blocking, Bridging, and Fire/Structural Continuity

• Blocking installed at required locations
  Confirm blocking is present where required by plans or code, including at panel edges, bearing locations, and framing transitions.
• Bridging or solid blocking is continuous and secure
  Verify bridging or blocking is properly fitted, secured, and aligned to provide intended lateral support.
• Openings, corners, and intersections are framed and blocked correctly
  Inspect corners, wall intersections, and rough openings for proper framing support and continuity.
• Blocking and continuity deficiencies noted
  Document any missing, loose, undersized, or improperly installed blocking or bridging.

Shear Panels and Lateral Resistance

• Shear panels installed at designated locations
  Confirm shear panels or shear walls are installed in the locations shown on the approved plans.
• Sheathing type and thickness match approved design
  Verify the installed panel material, thickness, and orientation match the structural design and manufacturer requirements.
• Panel edge nailing and boundary conditions are compliant
  Inspect panel edge fastening, boundary member attachment, and hold-down or chord conditions for visible compliance with the approved schedule.
• Shear wall continuity and openings documented
  Record any discontinuities, field modifications, or openings that may affect the lateral load path.

Uplift, Hold-Downs, and Final Sign-Off

• Uplift connections and hold-downs installed per plans
  Confirm straps, anchors, hold-downs, and tie-down hardware are installed at required locations and oriented correctly.
• Anchor bolts and embedment appear compliant
  Verify anchor bolts, embedment, washers, and visible hardware match the approved structural details.
• Critical deficiencies require reinspection
  Indicate whether any critical structural deficiencies were found that require correction and reinspection before concealment.
• Inspector signature
  Inspector signs to confirm the findings and documented deficiencies are accurate to the best of their knowledge.