Building Envelope & Weatherproofing

Checklist for inspecting roofing installations per the National Building Code of Canada (NBC), CSA A123 series (Roofing Materials), and NRCA (National Roofing Contractors Association) guidelines.

Checklist for inspecting waterproofing installations per the National Building Code of Canada (NBC), CSA A371 (Masonry Construction for Buildings), and CAN/CGSB standards for waterproofing materials.

Checklist for inspecting exterior cladding installations per the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) Part 5, CSA A440 (windows and interface details), and CAN/ULC standards for fire performance of exterior wall assemblies.

Checklist for shower waterproofing: membrane, pan test, substrate, and penetrations.

Checklist for inspecting window and door installations per CSA A440/NAFS (North American Fenestration Standard), NBC Part 9.7 (Windows), and NBC Part 5 (Environmental Separation).

Checklist for vapor barrier: placement, continuity, sealing, and climate-appropriate installation.

Checklist for air sealing: penetrations, rim joist, attic bypasses, windows/doors, and blower door testing.

Checklist for soundproofing: wall assembly, floor impact, ceiling, gaps, and STC rating.

Checklist for stucco and EIFS installation: substrate, mesh, thickness, cracks, and moisture management.

Checklist for stone veneer: substrate, mortar, weep holes, flashing, and structural support.

Checklist for vinyl siding: installation quality, J-channel, flashing, and moisture management.

Checklist for metal roofing: panel alignment, fasteners, flashing, underlayment, and transitions.

Checklist for flat roof: membrane condition, drainage, flashing, penetrations, and ponding.

Checklist for skylight installation: flashing, condensation, shaft, and weather seal.

Checklist for gutters and downspouts: slope, fastening, leaks, downspout extensions, and capacity.

Checklist for balcony and terrace: waterproofing, drainage, structural, railing, and surface condition.

Checklist for exterior insulation systems: board attachment, mesh embedding, render quality, and detailing.