Starting September 1, 2008 the law requires code inspections on all new home construction and remodeling projects built in unincorporated areas or in municipalities that do not conduct inspections.  Under the County Inspections Program, the builder/remodeler must secure inspections at three stages of construction.  The three required inspections are:

• A foundation inspection before placement of concrete, also known as the pre-pour.
• A framing and mechanical systems inspection before placement of drywall, also known as the pre-cover.
• A final inspection when the home is complete.

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Builders and remodelers must hire qualified fee inspectors to conduct the inspections.  To serve as a registered fee inspector, an individual must be one of the following:

• A professional engineer licensed by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers.
• An architect registered with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.
• A professional inspector licensed by the Texas Real Estate commission.
• A third party inspector registered with the Texas Residential Construction Commission

The Commission is currently registering fee inspectors online.  You may register online at http://cics.trec.state.tx.us .   The online system enables builders and remodelers to find registered inspectors. 

For further information regarding the county inspections program, visit www.texasrcc.org/Inspectors/CountyInspections.asp.