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Inspection Identification

Installation type identified

Confirm whether the inspection is for a window or door installation.

Project, location, and unit identifier recorded

Record the project name, building/location, and the specific unit or opening inspected.

Manufacturer specification or approved submittal available on site critical (required)

Verify the inspector had access to the applicable manufacturer installation instructions, approved submittal, or project detail.

Yes No N/A

Inspection date and inspector name recorded

Document when the inspection was performed and who completed it.

Frame, Opening, and Fastener Installation

Frame is plumb, level, and square within specification critical (required)

Check that the frame alignment is within the manufacturer tolerance and no visible racking is present.

Yes No N/A

Shims are properly placed and not over-compressed critical (required)

Verify shims are located at required support points, do not distort the frame, and are not visible as a non-conformance.

Yes No N/A

Fasteners are present, secure, and installed per manufacturer pattern critical (required)

Confirm fastener type, spacing, and embedment match the approved installation instructions and no loose fasteners are observed.

Yes No N/A

Anchorage and surrounding substrate show no cracking, crushing, or movement

Inspect the adjacent substrate and anchorage points for damage, movement, or signs of inadequate support.

Yes No N/A

Flashing, Weather Barrier, and Sealant

Flashing is continuous and integrated with the weather-resistive barrier critical (required)

Verify head, jamb, and sill flashing are installed in the correct sequence and tied into the surrounding envelope as specified.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Sill pan or drainage path is present and unobstructed critical (required)

Confirm the sill condition supports drainage and does not trap water or debris.

Yes No N/A

Sealant joints are continuous, tooled, and free of visible gaps critical (required)

Inspect perimeter sealant for adhesion, continuity, proper bead profile, and absence of voids, skips, or contamination.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

No visible water intrusion paths or unsealed penetrations observed critical (required)

Check for exposed gaps, unsealed fastener penetrations, or other conditions that could allow water intrusion.

Yes No N/A

Glazing, Hardware, and Functional Operation

Glazing is intact and properly seated critical (required)

Verify glass or glazed panels are free of cracks, chips, displacement, or improper seating in the frame.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Locks, latches, handles, and hinges operate correctly critical (required)

Operate all accessible hardware to confirm smooth function, secure engagement, and no binding or excessive play.

Yes No N/A

Unit opens, closes, and seals properly without interference critical (required)

Confirm the sash or door leaf moves through its full range and closes without rubbing, sticking, or misalignment.

Yes No N/A

Weatherstripping and gaskets are continuous and undamaged

Inspect perimeter seals for tears, missing sections, compression issues, or gaps that could affect performance.

Yes No N/A

Finish, Safety, and Closeout

Surface finish is free of damage beyond acceptable tolerance

Check for scratches, dents, contamination, or other visible defects that exceed project acceptance criteria.

Yes No N/A

Operation does not create a pinch, trip, or strike hazard critical (required)

Verify the installed unit does not present an immediate safety hazard during normal use.

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies documented with corrective action and responsible party

Record all non-conformances, required corrections, and who is responsible for remediation.

Inspector signature captured

Signature confirms the inspection findings were reviewed and recorded.

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Run: Post-Installation Window and Door Quality Field Inspection

Inspection Identification

Frame, Opening, and Fastener Installation

Flashing, Weather Barrier, and Sealant

Glazing, Hardware, and Functional Operation

Finish, Safety, and Closeout

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