Inspection Scheduling

fireguy

I am having scheduling inspectionsl

We are a fire prevention/suppression contractor. Recently I have had trouble w/inspectors not keeping inspection appointments, specifially in commercial kitchens. I know for most inspections, the inspector shows up in a 2 or 3 hour time frame. In our work, I have to shut down the kitchen to do the inspection, which may take a hour or more. If the inspector is not on time, say he shows up at 11:30 AM, I cannot shut down the kitchen as that impacts my customers profit. I have had one inspection that has been delayed 4 times because the inspector did not keep his appointment. I have had 2 inspectors who took the day off. This was after I paid motel and meal expenses for my tech. Now, I cannot bill my customer for my work until after the inspection has been done and approved. At present, I am sitting on $7,000.00 that I cannot bill or collect for until the inspections are done. Any suggestions? I could go to the City Managers, but that would probably cost me dearly in rejected inspections.

Fireguy

ponch37300

I can see that getting frustrating. Have you tried explaining your situation to the building department/inspector when you call to set up an appointment. Could you try to be the first appointment of the day and expain that you only have a certain amount of time open to you. Maybe if you offered a bonus like free lunch at the restruant or something they might be on time for that!

kevjob

when pulling permit make your request known that the business is in effect closed while the test is in progress.

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Basement Finishing Highlands Ranch Colorado
Littleton Colorado, Basement Remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling Denver

Mitch M

be very careful with the offer of lunch, etc. That can be considered a bribe.

Inspectors will for the most part do what they want to do. I have a few who will do what they say they will do but otherwise I tell the customer what to expect.