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Construction Inspection and Testing Services

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KIPS Engineering Inc. offers special inspection and construction testing services across key structural and quality-control categories. The company’s Statement of Qualifications identifies reinforced concrete, soil and foundation inspection, prestressed and post-tensioned concrete, structural masonry, fireproofing, structural steel welding, high-strength bolting, epoxy inspection, and wood nailing inspection among its service capabilities

Soil, Earthwork & Foundation Inspection

Inspection and testing support related to soil conditions, foundation preparation, trench work, compaction-related verification, and earthwork quality control.

Important for reducing risk early in construction where subgrade and foundation performance affect the entire project.
Supports field quality documentation for site preparation, grading, and foundation-related construction phases.

Reinforced Concrete Inspection & Field Testing

Inspection support for reinforcing placement, concrete-related field verification, and compliance with approved plans and project specifications.

Useful for projects that require dependable concrete quality documentation, field coordination, and standards-based reporting.
Helps owners, contractors, and design teams verify critical structural work before and during concrete placement.

Prestressed & Post-Tensioned Concrete Inspection

Inspection services for prestressed and post-tensioned concrete work where structural performance and installation accuracy are critical.
Supports code-based and project-specific observation requirements during specialized concrete construction activities.
Helps maintain confidence in structural execution, documentation quality, and compliance during complex concrete work.

Wood Nailing & Framing Inspection

 

Inspection support for wood framing and nailing-related work where field accuracy, connection quality, and code compliance are required.
Especially relevant for wood-frame projects requiring special inspection of fastening, hardware, and structural layout conditions.
Helps document framing quality clearly while supporting project progress and approval requirements.
 
KIPS Engineering’s qualification materials also reference laboratory testing support through a professional agreement with Apex Testing Laboratories, expanding the firm’s ability to support projects that require coordinated field and laboratory testing workflows 

Structural Steel Welding Inspection

Inspection services for structural steel welding work requiring close attention to construction quality and specification compliance.

Supports contractors and project teams with field verification and documentation tied to steel construction activities.
Helps strengthen quality assurance on projects involving steel frames, welded connections, and critical structural details.

Reinforced Concrete Inspection & Field Testing

Inspection support for reinforcing placement, concrete-related field verification, and compliance with approved plans and project specifications.

Useful for projects that require dependable concrete quality documentation, field coordination, and standards-based reporting.
Helps owners, contractors, and design teams verify critical structural work before and during concrete placement.

Epoxy Anchor Inspection

 Inspection services for epoxy-related applications where installation quality and compliance with project requirements are important.

Supports project teams that need field oversight for specialized materials and connection-related quality control.
Provides clear reporting and structured observation for projects involving adhesive or epoxy-based installation work.

FAQ

KIPS Engineering provides special inspection, construction inspection, and field-testing services for building and infrastructure projects. Their service areas include reinforced concrete inspection, soil and foundation inspection, structural masonry, spray-applied fireproofing, structural steel welding, high-strength bolting, epoxy inspection, and wood nailing inspection.

A Statement of Special Inspection is a required document used by many cities and building departments to identify which special inspections are needed on a project. It lists the inspection categories that must be performed during construction to help confirm code compliance, structural quality, and proper installation. Most of the time your project designer/engineer/architect provides you one. If not, The City will ask to either provide it by a Special Inspection Agency (like KIPS Engineering) or they provide and require the Inspection Agency (Again KIPS Engineering) to sign it 

City officials ask for a Statement of Special Inspection because it is part of the plan review and permit process for projects that require special inspections. The form helps the city confirm that qualified inspectors will observe the required work and that the project has the proper inspection coverage before construction proceeds.

Yes, KIPS Engineering can help identify the likely inspection categories needed for your project and support the special inspection documentation process. If a city official requests the form, KIPS can help review the scope, clarify which inspections apply, and coordinate the information needed to complete it correctly.

First, identify the inspection items required by the project plans, code requirements, or the city’s permit comments. Then list the applicable inspection categories, the approved inspection agency, project information, responsible parties, and any required signatures or acknowledgments before submitting it to the building department. Make sure each Inspection is complying with the CBC and Local Jurisdiction as well. Or the easy way is to contact KIPS Engineering and one of our team will help you fill it out for you!

KIPS Engineering is qualified construction inspection and testing firm with inspectors and engineers who hold relevant industry certifications and engineering backgrounds.

The company’s qualification materials reference certifications and experience tied to agencies and standards commonly used in special inspection work, including ACI, ICC, USACE, OSHA, APNGA, and California engineering-related credentials.

Inspection rates can vary depending on the scope, location, duration, urgency, and type of inspection required. The best way to get an accurate price is to request a quote based on your project details, since a single flat rate usually does not apply to all inspection services. We can guarantee that our rate can’t be beaten easily!

You can request a quote by contacting KIPS Engineering with your project name, project address, type of work, requested inspection scope, schedule, and any plans or special inspection requirements. The more detail you provide, the faster and more accurate the quote will be.

To request an inspection, send KIPS Engineering the project location, inspection type, required date and time, project contact person, and any relevant permit or plan information. For faster coordination, it helps to include the city, jobsite schedule, and the specific inspection item you need covered. Please use “Contact Us” page to shoot us a message and someone from our office will contact you in a timely fashion. 

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