Effective September 20, 2009: You must submit your inspection request by 10 p.m. the day before the requested inspection.
You can request an inspection online or by telephone using the IVR inspection request system.
When using the inspection request system you have the option of leaving a short message for your inspector, for example, the location of your on-site permit.
Due to the recent reduction in field inspectors some changes have been made regarding scheduling inspections.
- Staff will no longer schedule same-day inspections over the phone.
- Inspection routes for the day are not ready until after 9:00 a.m., please wait until after this time to contact your inspector for an approximate inspection time.
- A contact name and phone number must be provided in the event we need to contact you about re-scheduling your inspection.
- While we will attempt to do all requested inspections for a particular day, sometimes that is not possible. Please keep this in mind when planning your inspections.
Inspection request online
You may request your inspections online. To use this feature you will need your permit number and the last four digits of your file number.
Inspection request phone line
(360) 397-2477
When using this request line, please have the following information:
- Inspection Code [available in the IVR handout (PDF - 308K) and on your permit]
- Case Number
- Pen and paper to write down your confirmation number
Inspectors
The building inspectors are in the office Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. To make an appointment or speak with an inspector, call (360) 397-2375 and enter the extension number listed below.
| Inspector | Phone Extension |
| Mike Schelling | 4659 |
| Boe Richards | 4083 |
| Kami Simpson | 4567 |
Re-inspection fees (PDF - 15K). Listed below are some of the reasons you may be cited and assessed the re-inspection fee:
- No building inspection card posted
- No building plans posted
- No building address posted at site
- Previous corrections have not been completed
Inspectors make more than 6,000 inspections every month. They ensure that each structure and the plumbing and mechanical systems in the structure are built according to the approved plans and the structure is properly located on the parcel. In addition, inspectors provide information and education to builders needing assistance.
