Good Inspector?

[rcarroll]

I have the pleasure of having an inspector who has all of the qualities mentioned above and even carries a few tools to correct small problems for the needy HO, if the electrician isn't around, rather than write them up.

No way would I be able to correct small problems for a H/O or anyone else for that matter. The city's liability would never consider touching any trades work.

 

[George Stolz]

I agree with pretty much everything, but I don't do lunches with contractors/builders/generals.

Well, at least lackeys still get a chance.

 

[ohm]

No way would I be able to correct small problems for a H/O or anyone else for that matter. The city's liability would never consider touching any trades work.

It's risky I know. He even will come to a job on his own time in order for an elderly couple to get their power turned on late in the day. He's close to retirement and everyone will miss him.

 

[john1]

good inspector

good inspector

good inspect has to have four quality
1. Integrity hightest
2. NEC knowledge the best
3. Communication skills to talk to contractor & home owner
4. Problem solver with electrical issues
john1

 

[brian john]

good inspect has to have four quality

4. Problem solver with electrical issues
john1

......................WHY?

 

[SEO]

I agree with most of the previous posts. One thing that I would like to add is I think that an inspector should be a student, keep learning and not become complacent .

 

[William1978]

What makes an inspector good? There are a lot of different definitions. We all have opinions.

A good inspector would be one that would be able to admitt when he is wrong because we all make mistakes. One that would listen to the electrician's side of the story. One that is willing to help the electrician learn something and learn from an electrician because I don't think any of us know everything about the code book.

 

[charlie]

The problem with this thread is that the same can be asked of an instructor, an engineer, an electrician, a job foreman, etc. An inspector must be knowledgeable in his field but he can't know everything. An engineer must be knowledgeable in his field but he can't know everything. An instructor must be knowledgeable in his field but he can't know everything. Obviously, you see where I am going with this.

Take an instructor, inspector, engineer, etc. who refuses to listen to sound arguments and change their thinking; is this good or bad? Of course it is bad. One of the hardest things I ever had to do was to learn that crow is not so bad if it prepared correctly and salted with a bit of humility. Regardles of who we air an whut job we due, ya gotta add to thu atribbrutes thu abuiltity ta say, ah is wrong.

 

[brian john]

The problem with this thread is that the same can be asked of an instructor, an engineer, an electrician, a job foreman, etc. An inspector must be knowledgeable in his field but he can't know everything. An engineer must be knowledgeable in his field but he can't know everything. An instructor must be knowledgeable in his field but he can't know everything. Obviously, you see where I am going with this.

When I taught, I had no problem saying I am not sure or I do not know, but I'll find out. I try to follow this philosophy in everything I do. You can't know it all but there is some one out there that will have the answer to just about any question.

 

[petersonra]

one who shows up when he is needed, inspects to the actual code, and then leaves without a lot of extraneous crap.

 

[wireways]

One who enforces only the rules that are written, and not make things up as they go.

One who treats you like a human being, faults and all.

One who is willing to discuss differences in a calm, rational, adult manner.

One who can make suggestions about an installation (either existing or proposed) as to what can/must be done to bring it into compliance with the code.

One who is willing to go to lunch with you, if the timing is right. Of course, he/she will not accept you paying for his/her meal.

With You 100 %

 

[wireways]

I agree with pretty much everything, but I don't do lunches with contractors/builders/generals. Even if I pay, it just doesn't look good.

I think one of the key components to inspecting is being approachable. I also think fairness and imposing codes (not beliefs) are essential.

Hey Ryan how do you go about getting that amazing clip?

 

[weressl]

Ditto on everything but lunch ....... I not very social.

Really?:smile:

Fooled me with your posts.....:grin:

 

[nafis]

i am not inspector ... but

i am not inspector ... but

One who ensure the safety of the public, makes educational ethical decision base on his or her education and filed experience. One who explains his clam and judgment to the contractor to a void doing the same mistake over and over . last but not least who pays $135 a year to keep his IAEI membership .yeap

 

[JJWalecka]

Brian John ?I assume you are kidding, adults should not have to chew each other out. Chewing some one out only belittles them and shows that the chewer does not know to handle a situation like an adult.

JUST MY OPINION?


That?s refreshing to hear. You get more with sugar than with salt, in my opinion. Conduct yourself in a professional manner or at least try your best. We are all human and make mistakes.

JJ

 

[Inspectorcliff]

Ok here it is, no really no I am serious

Ok here it is, no really no I am serious

What makes an inspector good? There are a lot of different definitions. We all have opinions.

Ok, I am not too serious. A good inspector is someone who has a plug tester, a current code book, has a good insight as to what he is looking for when he goes on to a job to do an inspection. He/se is corrigible, polite, recognizes things other than just an outlet with reverse polarity, or a non gfci recept. Someone who will not be on the defense because he doesn't like the height of the recepts or the decor of the switches. (In a nutshell, there are lots of ways to skin a cat) BUT, first you gots to catch one. One shouldn't have to know everything in the Code book, but darn sure ought to have a forum to find it), AND one last thing, when he goes to lunch he shouldn't have to...............Oh, you figure that part out.

 

[Rockyd]

What Charlie said!

 

[tacomafc]

best inspector of all time is John Kenny NYC

 

[romeo]

Good Inspector

Good Inspector

One who enforces only the rules that are written, and not make things up as they go.

One who treats you like a human being, faults and all.

One who is willing to discuss differences in a calm, rational, adult manner.

One who can make suggestions about an installation (either existing or proposed) as to what can/must be done to bring it into compliance with the code.

One who is willing to go to lunch with you, if the timing is right. Of course, he/she will not accept you paying for his/her meal.

That is what I try hard to do. I may accept lunch though

 

[bphgravity]

Shows up on time / when scheduled.

Returns phone calls.

Gives an appropriate amount of time for inspections - as long as it takes.

Acknoweldges a good job when it is deserved.

Introduces himself to the workers on the jobsite and treats everyone with equal respect, regardless of their title or position.

Thinks outside the box - but remains consistent.

Doesn't play golf with your competition.

Shares knowledge and is helpful.

Looks out for the safety of employees on a jobsite.

Acknowledges when they are wrong or when not sure of the correct answer.

Can give homeowners peace of mind when jobs are rejected.

Remains professional during all circumstances and under any conditions.



Really, the list is never ending....