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Inspection Setup and Scope

Inspection area identified and accessible critical (required)

Verify the inspected dwelling, floor, unit, or zone is clearly identified and all areas to be checked are safely accessible.

Yes No N/A

Pre-drywall stage confirmed critical (required)

Confirm insulation and air sealing are being inspected before drywall installation closes the cavities.

Yes No N/A

Plans, energy code, or approved insulation schedule available

Verify the applicable plans, insulation schedule, or approved specification is available for comparison.

Yes No N/A

Inspector notes project scope and weather conditions

Record any conditions that may affect inspection visibility or access, such as lighting, moisture, or incomplete framing.

Insulation Type and R-Value

Installed insulation matches specified type critical (required)

Confirm the installed insulation type matches the approved design or specification for each assembly.

Yes No N/A

Installed thickness meets specified depth

Measure installed insulation depth where applicable and compare to the required thickness for the assembly.

Installed R-value meets or exceeds specification critical (required)

Verify the installed insulation R-value meets the approved design or local code requirement for the assembly.

Insulation labeling or product documentation verified

Confirm product labels, packaging, or documentation support the installed insulation type and R-value.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Insulation installed without compression or voids critical (required)

Check that batts, blankets, or other insulation are not compressed, missing, or leaving voids that reduce effective R-value.

Yes No N/A

Coverage, Continuity, and Fit

Wall cavities fully insulated critical (required)

Check that designated wall cavities are fully filled with no missing sections, gaps, or exposed framing where insulation is required.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Ceiling or attic insulation coverage is continuous critical (required)

Verify ceiling or attic insulation is continuous across the required area, including corners and transitions, without significant gaps.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Floor insulation is secure and properly supported

Confirm floor insulation is secured, supported, and not sagging, falling, or detached from framing members.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Rim joists, band joists, and similar transitions insulated critical (required)

Verify insulation coverage at rim joists, band joists, and other transition areas where thermal bridging is common.

Yes No N/A

Penetrations and obstructions do not leave uninsulated voids

Check around pipes, wiring, ducts, blocking, and other obstructions for uninsulated voids or missed areas.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Air Sealing and Thermal Envelope Details

Open penetrations sealed at top plates, bottom plates, and framing gaps critical (required)

Inspect for sealed gaps at framing penetrations, plate lines, and other openings that connect conditioned and unconditioned spaces.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Window and door rough openings air sealed critical (required)

Verify rough openings around windows and doors are sealed to reduce air leakage before drywall is installed.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Attic access, chases, and utility penetrations sealed critical (required)

Check attic hatches, mechanical chases, plumbing penetrations, electrical penetrations, and similar openings for proper air sealing.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Air barrier continuity maintained at envelope transitions

Confirm the air barrier is continuous at transitions between walls, ceilings, floors, and other envelope assemblies.

Yes No N/A

Blower door test result recorded, if available

Record the measured air leakage result when blower door testing has been completed. Use the project requirement or local code threshold for acceptance.

Installation Quality and Deficiencies

Visible deficiencies documented

Record any missing insulation, gaps, compression, damaged material, or incomplete air sealing observed during the inspection.

Note (optional)

Corrective action assigned for non-conformances

Document the corrective action required for each deficiency, including responsible party and target completion date if applicable.

Reinspection required critical (required)

Indicate whether a follow-up inspection is required before drywall installation can proceed.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Residential Insulation Pre-Drywall Inspection

Inspection Setup and Scope

Insulation Type and R-Value

Coverage, Continuity, and Fit

Air Sealing and Thermal Envelope Details

Installation Quality and Deficiencies

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