To ensure that we use the MTI group most effectively, we ask that ALL trades are ready the same day. For instance, have all trades ready for one rough-in inspection visit. This will allow us to address all trades at the same time versus some trades one day and the other a day or two later.

Inspections can be scheduled online, via telephone or in person. If you do not have access to a computer and need to schedule an inspection, you can call us at 311 or (919) 469-4046 weekdays from 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

On the morning of your inspection, you can visit the “Who’s My Inspector” tool, where you will find your assigned inspector’s name and contact information. You can call or text 7 a.m.–7:30 a.m., while we are compiling our daily routes, to get an ETA or discuss special circumstances, requests, or time restrictions. We try our best to accommodate requests on a first come first served basis.   Inspectors are generally able to estimate arrival within a 2-hour window.

 If there is no representative onsite when the inspector arrives, a re-inspection fee may be incurred.

Our staff will do their best to respond to emails or text messages throughout the day but you will usually receive a more prompt response if you contact them between 7 a.m.–7:30 a.m.

The Multi-Trade Inspections (MTI) group was established to provide a more streamlined inspection process for residential alterations and additions. The Residential Multi-trade Inspections Program allows for one inspector to do all of the trade inspections in fewer visits to the property, which helps keep the project moving forward with fewer delays. We encourage the customer to schedule the inspections when all associated trades are ready to maximize the efficiency of the program. 

Our multi-trade code officials are able to inspect four trades in a single visit:  Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical (HVAC).

All final inspections must be called In by phone. Call us at 311 or (919) 469-4046 weekdays from 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Once a permit has had all the required inspections approved, a Certificate of Occupancy or a Certificate of Compliance will be issued to both the contractor and the property owner. Contractor addresses are verified through the Department of Insurance Contractors License webpage.

A permit is active for six months without any activity, or one year after the last inspection. If no inspections take place, the permit will expire. If you resume the project, a new permit will need to be applied for and issued, with the fees doubled.