all dob approved services

all DOB Approved Services

Welcome to MB Inspections, a distinguished class 2 special inspections agency based in the vibrant city of New York. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we specialize in TR1 and TR8 inspections, ensuring the utmost safety and compliance for your projects

Special Inspections (TR1)

  1. Flood Zone Compliance
  2. Luminous Egress Path Markings
  3. Emergency & Standby Power Systems (Generators)
  4. Structural Steel – Welding
  5. Structural Steel – High Strength Bolting
  6. Structural Cold – Formed Steel
  7. Concrete – Cast-in-Place
  8. Masonry
  9. Wood – Installation of High Load Diaphragms
  10. Wood – Installation of Metal-Plate-Connected Trusses
  11. Wood- Installation of Prefabricated I-Joists
  12. Wall Panels, Curtain Walls, and Veneers
  13. Sprayed Fire-Resistant Materials
  14. Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS)
  15. Smoke Control Systems
  16. Mechanical Systems
  17. Post-Installed Anchor
  18. Fuel-Oil Storage and Fuel-Oil Piping Systems
  19. High Pressure Steam Piping (Welding)
  20. Fuel-Gas Piping (Welding)
  21. Structural Stability – Existing Buildings
  22. Mechanical Demolition
  23. On-Site Storm Water Drain Disp./Detent Install (Drywell)
  24. Individual On-Site Private Sewage Disp Install (Septic)
  25. Sprinkler Systems
  26. Standpipe Systems
  27. Heating Systems
  28. Chimneys
  29. Fire-Resistant Penetrations and Joints (Firestop)
  30. Aluminum Welding
  31. Seismic Isolation Systems
  32. Structural Steel - Details
  33. Mastic And Intumescent Fire-Resistant Coatings
  34. High-Temperature Hot Water Piping (Welding)

Progress Inspection Items (TR1)

  1. Initial
  2. Groundwork and Base
  3. Minimum Floor Height
  4. Structural Examination
  5. Inspections for Energy Code Adherence
  6. Construction with Fire-Resistance Rating
  7. Emergency Lighting for Public Assembly
  8. Finalization

Energy Code Progress Inspections (TR8)

  1. Protection of Foundation Insulation
  2. Insulation Placement and R Values
  3. Fenestration Thermal Values and Ratings
  4. Fenestration Ratings for Air Leakage
  5. Fenestration Areas
  6. Air Sealing and Insulation – Visual
  7. Air Sealing and Insulation – Testing
  8. Projection Factors
  9. Loading Deck Weather Seals
  10. Vestibules
  11. Fireplaces
  12. Dampers Integral to Building Envelope
  13. HVAC & Service Water Heating Equipment
  14. HVAC and Service Water Heating System Controls
  15. Insulation and Sealing of Duct Plenum and Piping
  16. Duct Leakage Testing
  17. Electrical Metering
  18. Dwelling Unit Lighting
  19. Interior Lighting Power
  20. Exterior Lighting Power
  21. Lighting Controls
  22. Exit Signs
  23. Tandem Wiring
  24. Electrical Motors
  25. Maintenance Information
  26. Permanent Certificate