Residential Framing Checklist

Creating a Residential Framing Checklist in eAuditor Audits & Inspections helps ensure that all critical aspects of the framing process are reviewed and documented. Here’s a detailed outline of what could be included in such a checklist for residential framing:

Residential Framing Checklist Using eAuditor Audits & Inspections

Project Information

• Project Name:
• Location:
• Date of Inspection:
• Time:
• Inspector Name:

1. Foundation and Preparation

• Verify foundation is level and square.
• Confirm anchor bolts are in place and properly spaced.
• Check for proper curing of concrete foundation.
• Verify correct placement of termite shields (if applicable).
• Review approved plans and layout.

2. Material Verification

• Verify quality and grade of lumber (check for warping, knots, and moisture content).
• Check that all necessary framing materials are on-site.
• Confirm wall studs, headers, beams, and joists are the correct size per design.
• Ensure engineered wood products (e.g., LVLs, trusses) meet specs.

3. Floor Framing

• Inspect subfloor installation (type and thickness of materials).
• Verify joist spacing and alignment.
• Check for proper fastening of floor sheathing.
• Ensure joists are supported and connected to beams or walls.
• Inspect blocking and bridging between joists.

4. Wall Framing

• Check wall layout per plan.
• Verify wall stud spacing (16″ or 24″ O.C. as per design).
• Confirm top and bottom plates are properly installed.
• Inspect corner studs and bracing.
• Check window and door openings for proper framing (headers, jacks, sills).
• Ensure sheathing is installed and properly nailed.

5. Roof Framing

• Verify roof trusses or rafters are installed as per design.
• Confirm correct alignment and spacing of rafters or trusses.
• Inspect ridge beams and connections.
• Check for proper installation of roof sheathing.
• Ensure gable ends and roof bracing are installed.

6. Load-Bearing Walls & Beam Installation

• Verify proper support for load-bearing walls.
• Ensure headers, beams, and lintels are correctly installed and supported.
• Inspect the installation of bearing points and connections.
• Confirm proper transfer of loads to foundation.

7. Fire Blocking and Draft Stopping

• Check for proper fire-blocking at walls, floors, and ceilings.
• Ensure draft stopping is in place between floors.
• Inspect areas around chimneys, ducts, and pipes.

8. Bracing & Reinforcements

• Confirm wall bracing is installed as per design.
• Inspect exterior wall bracing or shear walls.
• Check for metal straps, hurricane ties, and other reinforcement hardware.
• Ensure proper anchoring of sill plates and framing members to the foundation.

9. Openings (Windows, Doors, Stairs)

• Inspect framed openings for windows and doors (check for level, plumb, and square).
• Ensure proper header installation above openings.
• Verify that stair openings are framed per code and plan.

10. Exterior Wall Sheathing

• Check for proper installation of exterior wall sheathing (type, fasteners, pattern).
• Verify correct placement of house wrap or vapor barriers.
• Inspect window and door openings for waterproofing and flashing.

11. Fasteners and Connectors

• Confirm correct type and size of nails, screws, and bolts used.
• Check for proper nailing and spacing patterns.
• Verify that metal connectors (joist hangers, post bases) are installed properly.

12. Safety and Compliance

• Verify that all framing complies with local building codes.
• Confirm job site safety protocols are being followed.
• Inspect temporary bracing and shoring for safety.

13. Final Review

• Review the entire framing against the design plans.
• Verify that any framing issues noted in previous inspections have been corrected.
• Sign off on completion of framing inspection.

Sign-off Section

• Inspector Signature:
• Date of Final Review:

eAuditor Audits & Inspections Features for this Checklist

• Photos: Allow inspectors to attach photos of any framing issues or completed areas.
• Comments: Add notes for clarifications or action items.
• Digital Signatures: Capture inspector and client signatures on-site.
• Task Assignment: Automatically assign corrective actions to team members if issues are found.
• Reports: Generate a full report at the end of the inspection for project documentation.

By using eAuditor Audits & Inspections, you can standardize the framing inspection process, ensure compliance with building codes, and maintain a digital record of the project.