Construction Measurements
This tool is used to check the slopes of sidewalks
What is a level
These vertical boards make up a wall
What are studs
The concrete base of a building that supports the walls
What is a foundation
This is posted on a building when work has started without a permit
What is a stop work order
Inspectors should always visibly wear this during inspections
What is an ID badge
The actual dimensions of 2x4 nominal lumber
What is 1-1/2”x3-1/2”
Roof trusses are typically spaced ____ o/c
What is 24”
This is placed in concrete to keep it from cracking
What is rebar
A retaining wall under this height does not require a permit
What is 4’
This is placed in walls and ceilings to keep buildings warm
What is insulation
This term is used to describe the thickness of sheathing and toilet paper
What is ply
These triangle shaped roof members are pre-fabricated and craned into place
What are trusses
Used to give concrete its shape while being poured
What is formwork
All official notices should be sent via this type of mail
What is certified
An electrical panel contains these to turn off power
What are circuit breakers
The length of the hypotenuse of a triangle using the Pythagorean Theorem if two sides are 3’ and 4’
What is 5’
These (2) boards are placed above studs to complete a wall
What are double top plates
Concrete walls poured flat on site and craned into place are called this
What are tilt-up
This number of windows can be replaced without a permit
What is 0
These are assessed when owners fail to comply with notices
What are citations or fines
The maximum length of a 10' wide shed to not exceed 120sf
What is 12’
The spaces created by framing where windows and doors are placed
What are rough openings
Concrete is composed of cement, water, sand and this
What is aggregate
Removing a red tag is this type of crime
What is a misdemeanor
This inspection result may be considered biased
What is partial