I FAILED My LAST Home Inspection! (I Am Screwed)

[@justn519]

Brad, I’m a commercial city building inspector. Have them give you the code sections on their written notice if you think they are hitting you hard on inspections. That will usually make them back off on the little personal items 👍

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thanks! I will do that 👍❤️

[@thomastimothy777]

@@BradtheBuilderno you won’t 😫

[@ardennielsen3761]

4:20 selling for unidentified consumption... what i do, code says cant use a mechanical digger to dig near active buried utilities, and so adding a 60amp 260 volt conduit to the water shed for a welder on the farm. trench dug in proximity of existing line 18 inches deep, conduit buried. cant get to it with one kick of the shovel and it was packed in enough that the dog gave up digging with its 38*F paws at 2am. within width of non allowance to use excavator of existing line that was done to code "i think" 3 to 5 meters deep marks a 30 foot path of... required to rent a water dredger it dig their or use shovel "the dog gave up digging with its 38*F paws at 2am". tight enough in the conduit pipe that you would have to use a truck to remove it from the conduit at a 600 pound pull force after the pipe snot dries. small hands = rail is so low to ground that it is un-usable. building big house or little house... as if the biggest live in the smallest house. (needing more things?) after melting a 14 inch 3/16'' E7018 welding rod as a current capacity test... the water shed still looks like a water shed - the extra braker box in the one spot and the panel in the trailer that is 130% filled with wire and brakers. had to tighten a bunch of ticking neutrals on the bus bar too, they loosen up with use. built around 4:20 smoked em and didn't trip over the buried wire rout. just a few inches below the top soil line into the clay.

[@Bloor11]

Firefighters do use the attic access. I actually used one a few weeks ago, and guess what, it was small and I couldn't even get my head up there to see. So therefor I proceeded to cut a hole in their roof due to an attic fire. Also we cut holes in roofs for a few reasons. Alot of time it actually saves home not "terrorizing homes" as you called it. Another thing, if there is a fire in your home, cutting holes in roofs prevents flash overs (superheaded gasses and smoke igniting at one time), take the heat off the guys working to put the fire out, and it reduces smoke and increases visibility.

[@BradtheBuilder]

That’s good to know that you guys are using the attic access is but I feel 22” x 30 still may not be enough to get the attic with all your gear? Please don’t be offended with my comment. I did not mean it to come out that way. I greatly appreciate all you guys do.🔥👍🇺🇸

[@EpicValleysStill]

We talked about this over a year ago. " Or jurisdiction having authority" that is their ace in the hole for these nit picky BS like caulking the opening on your vanity. Its like the ARMY way of adding to but not taking away from. Good luck with that oh so nice inspector.

[@BradtheBuilder]

I’ll take the extra luck you’re giving me😅

[@EpicValleysStill]

@@BradtheBuilder Sorry Brad I only speak sarcasm and real shot. 😂 house is stunning though

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@EpicValleysStill 👍

[@fauxque5057]

The solar disconnect he's wanting goes out on the actual solar panels. You need to be able to shut off the panels if you want to work on the system. I never put any on mine and the arc is amazing when I work on it during a sunny day. I can't tell you how many MC4 connectors I have fried arcing them. Your SolArc charge controller is a fantastic unit. I couldn't afford it so I'm using an MppSolar charge controller that costs about a quarter of what you paid. You can also add a generator easily that will automatically kick on and charge your batteries during long periods of rain, or snow in your case.

[@BradtheBuilder]

I’m glad to hear that… I did install a power source in the event I need to hook up a back up generator to charge the batteries so I can be self-sufficient in the event of a power outage! Thanks for watching and reaching out👍

[@BradtheBuilder]

There’s a disconnect outside at the meter

[@dannyd-rockmahaffey3087]

Wow,,,whatta cool video....I feel your pain...Closing a house is hard. Punchlist, homeowners, inspectors ..trust me , been there done that...House looks great Brad!!

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thank you for watching! 👍

[@tylorstetson5751]

I am a firefighter. Very rarely when we are battling a atic fire we go through the atic access we normally go though the roof to vent the fire.

[@BradtheBuilder]

I’m going to share this with the inspector… Thank you! 🔥

[@tylorstetson5751]

@@BradtheBuilder your welcome

[@cpsencik04]

Ok Taylor now discuss the times your inspecting for odor of smoke, smoke showing etc etc. what a dumb response from a FF

[@tylorstetson]

​@@cpsencik04in a case like that yes we would use the attic access.

[@heatherd.9390]

I agree with you Brad that some of those items seem a bit finicky. It is great that you are that close to moving day! It seems like your house went up very quickly, but I'm sure you don't feel the same way. When it is YOUR house, time doesn't move quickly enough I'm sure. It is going to be beautiful. I would be pretty ticked about the fireplace damage if I were you. I get the crack can happen, but people putting down paint cans and damaging the hearth is maddening. Maybe they should have to pay for repairing that part! I know that's not reasonable, but it feels like something you shouldn't have to pay for (twice). Coming from someone who has mobility issues and uses handrails, I actually prefer the wider handrails. I don't need to wrap my hand all the way around... I want to have it to slide my hand down as opposed to gripping it. In fact, sometimes if my back and leg is really bad, I will lean on the handrail and slide my entire forearm along it, so having the wider one is preferable. I have the wide ones in my house and they work just fine for me. I hope by the time this video comes out, your re-inspection has been done and all is well. It'll be so nice to be out there this Fall to watch all the trees change color, etc. Ours are starting to change here. I love Fall, and would love it even more if it didn't mean that winter is next, haha! Take care - thanks for sharing your new home build with us. Hi to Mary. I hope your mom is doing well these days. I'll bet she'll be excited to see your new home (and meet Ralph, haha!?) Heather🇨🇦

[@BradtheBuilder]

Heather, actually I go for my third inspection tomorrow… They keep adding things to the list which I find unfair

[@heatherd.9390]

​@@BradtheBuilder That IS indeed unfair. Unless they are truly a safety issue, perhaps they need to review the workload of the initial Inspector! Hopefully they get it all figured out soon. Good luck, Brad!

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@heatherd.9390 it’s a little over the top there needs to be some wiggle room there

[@markdickinson-pd4ip]

I am a retired firefighter and we always used to check the attic first before cutting holes,to be sure the hole was put as close to above the fire to do the least amount of damage. Insurance companies have gotten very strict with fire services and why they did what they did. They actually carry attic ladders on the truck,specifically for access to the attic. Quite honestly,I think it’s a great thing for firefighters to do their job more safely and effectively. 👍🏻✌🏻

[@BradtheBuilder]

He said an interesting word there the insurance companies!!! They seem to dictate everything we do from doctors, firefighters, how we build homes…etc

[@notsure1872]

After the inspector finishes put the other rail back on

[@BradtheBuilder]

That’s exactly what I did… But in the meantime, it cost me $1000 to put a cheap looking one on the passes code🙆‍♂️

[@danielcatchpole4566]

Brad is awesome

[@BradtheBuilder]

❤😂

[@CarolLovesJesus]

Lovin' your videos! We learn something new each time. Thanks, Brad. Keep up the great work.

[@BradtheBuilder]

Really? That makes me feel good! Thanks

[@asmirbesic4371]

Some of these inspections are extremely frustrating to deal with. Caulking in the cabinet? Here in Iowa that isn't even a thing. Wow. Especially on an internal bathroom.

[@BradtheBuilder]

I don’t think it is a thing… But they just come up with stuff like that for me to do🙆‍♂️

[@DavidDavis-fishing]

Gooood evening from central Florida! Hope everyone has a great night!

[@willr69420]

😂 "Dish warsh er"😂 I love❤ when you drop a new video, it's the highlight of my week!

[@BradtheBuilder]

That’s exactly how you spell it! 😜

[@ChrisD-kl3ty]

11:30 11:41. So the holes in the roof... allow smoke and heat to escape. The reason for the access is small electrical fires. Gas leaks. Air monitoring ect... we try not to destroy stuff unless absolutely necessary to prevent loss of life or further property damage.

[@BradtheBuilder]

My bad! I wasn’t trying to offend you or anyone else… especially the firefighters! 🔥👍

[@bryanb3778]

There are times where firefighters will go into the attic. I can recall an incident I ran where a power line was down against a cyclone fence. The entire fence was energized and connected to the house. We could smell ozone and burning in the house, we went into the attic with a thermal imaging camera, and found that all the electrical wiring in the attic was superheated from the increased voltage going into the house from the down power line. On the thermal camera the electrical lines were white hot. Power company cut the power at the pole and they cooled down quickly. (Meter was pulled but the fence was energizing the structure)

[@BradtheBuilder]

Wow! That was crazy! I could never do your job… thanks for doing what you do👍🔥

[@nickc6399]

The cup on the mantle kills me. They did that at flairs house as well.

[@austinkramer3264]

Brad i got a question about a garage over your basement. how much weight will it hold? what happens when/if the concrete eventually cracks?

[@chartmaster5440]

love the custom vents i think the aria ones look better still they blend in better almost looks like there isn't a vent there its what we did with our tile floor on main floor works with wood vinyl tile anything

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thanks

[@harmanpabla7315]

Excellent job Brad

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thanks 🎺

[@dawnkangas2968]

Wow sorry you had to go through that good luck on your next inspection

[@BradtheBuilder]

It’s pretty much welcome to construction! Sometimes, inspectors. Get very picky.

[@richardoconnor7162]

Taller than 2 steps needs to have railings here steps or porches. Bug and air infiltration codes and the boxes are to seal to hold in a fire for one hour. Fire stops in all wall cavities. Who cut that hole in the cabinet, I am not sure the Escutcheons would cover that hole but it is the prettiest way to seal that monster hole up and open space traps like that should be done in chrome.

[@BradtheBuilder]

I think my plumber got lazy and was tired of making the long trips out to the country… So I told him no big deal will get it covered for him!

[@hillbillywisdom777]

Brad, I'm selling my 9 acre Homestead in Clark County Missouri. 3 simple homes, 2 great wells, 2 complete septic systems and settlement lagoon, 3 taps of rural water and 3 electric meters. Fences pastures, woods with creek through the middle. Zero permits or inspections for building anything. Only $285,000 Very fertile ground for large gardens. I bet 5 bare acres in your market costs more than I'm selling my whole place for.

[@BradtheBuilder]

That sounds like a great deal! Where are you moving to? And why are you selling?

[@hillbillywisdom777]

@@BradtheBuilder I have very advanced Parkinson's, I'm going to buy a small motorhome and only have whatever fits in it. And stay somewhere warm during winter and explore a little bit up north during summer if I'm able.

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@hillbillywisdom777 that sounds wonderful… Let me know if you make your way through Omaha

[@hillbillywisdom777]

@BradtheBuilder I will, I plan on seeing as much of rural usa as possible. First stop will be hot springs Arkansas for a long soak and massage.

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@hillbillywisdom777 oh, I like the way you travel! 👍❤️

[@dangoras9152]

Brad u need a disconnect from ur panels too the inverter .. I have one at my panels and by the inverter...

[@BradtheBuilder]

I will let my electrician know👍

[@mikedelacruz3135]

Cant wait to see the final outcome Brotha Brad 🫡🎺🎺

[@BradtheBuilder]

Soon! I’m almost moved in

[@zephyr1408]

Brad your favorite out of state finish carpenter is back! I was depressed with all the cabinets I am building lately! Anyway I think they pick on you cause of your YT Channel ? Their afraid others will see something & point it out?

[@BradtheBuilder]

That could be it! 👍🤔

[@zephyr1408]

@@BradtheBuilder tell the your mafiaiso and under the witness protection program !

[@StevenFranklin-qg1om]

Play I wanna know when your next video is gonna be posted I would love to see more updates on what you're doing on your projects of your new house and new property

[@BradtheBuilder]

I post videos every Thursday and Sunday… I should have an update on my house in the next two weeks

[@Oldmanweiss]

Need emergency disconnect on solar panels or from battery to breaker box

[@BradtheBuilder]

Ok… I am calling the electricians tomorrow👍

[@carolinemitchell3620]

I know exactly how you feel Brad, so after my dog passing away a few days ago I find out that a male friend I've known for many many years has contracted meningitis and sepsis which had spread to his brain which resulted in no brain activity. His young 20ish year old daughter (who lost her mum 5 years ago) had to make the heartbreaking decision to terminate his life support. He was only 50 a few weeks ago 😭😭 On a brighter note awesome video as always Brad 💋

[@BradtheBuilder]

I’m so sorry to hear that… Life is so precious and not long enough

[@carolinemitchell3620]

@@BradtheBuilderthank you, I know it will get easier with time. My dog passed away on the 3 year anniversary of loosing my mum 😭😭. I need a Nate 💋 video to help me heal my 💔

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@carolinemitchell3620 I’ll do my best to get or NATE in the videos

[@carolinemitchell3620]

Thank you Brad your a super star 🎉🎊

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@carolinemitchell3620 you are too kind

[@mrgoat692]

Firefighters go in to attics if you have a burning odor or gas inspection. We only cut holes if its aleardy on fire

[@BradtheBuilder]

Are so do you agree with the larger attic access?

[@MrJohnB-qs6dp]

I think that inspector went way overboard on some things. Maybe because he knows you're a builder & it's your own house he wanted to make himself look good to his peers. Stay Safe & God Bless!!!

[@BradtheBuilder]

I think you hit the nail on the head!

[@TheReelHellion]

I'm proud of you Brad.. you said washer correctly! lol

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thank you !

[@Trent28888]

For the solar emergency disconnect makes no sense because by default theres supposed to be fueses or a circuit breaker at the solar panel array and it also means u can disconnect each row separately if needed

[@BradtheBuilder]

I have a separate breakers box just for the solar powered items in the house in the event power goes out

[@caesar1295]

If he says anything about the punch item’s you have taken care of and fails any of them as another viewer suggested ask for the code in writing for any of the item’s he has failed, call his bluff if you don’t agree and you’ll know if it’s to code or just his petty personal opinion. Power goes to some peoples head and they abuse it which makes them feel superior and that’s just plain sad but the truth. Good luck Brad you have done a excellent job on YOUR house.

[@andrewstanislowski7515]

I'm a general contractor in Wisconsin and for a code fire break we have to make sure it's sheetrocked

[@BradtheBuilder]

I feel the same way, but some of these inspectors say just put insulation in there… Crazy!

[@andrewstanislowski7515]

I don't know if you have seen a demonstration between just insulation and sheetrock?? Me personally I wouldn't go without the sheet rock just an added bonus

[@dalegereaux1863]

Boy, that sure looks nice !

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thanks Dale👍

[@cooperdewitt4131]

Great video like always Brad! I’m currently in college wanting to pursue construction management. What’s your advice for a person in my shoes?

[@BradtheBuilder]

I would apply for some internships getting a taste for commercial and residential to see which area you enjoy… They’re both very different lines of work!

[@jamesparham1467]

yes sir the house is looking good😎

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thanks ❤

[@gingerlygingerlee3023]

Oh my goodness. It's your house that y'all are building for yourselves. I think some of those items should be up to the home owner, in this case, that's you and your wife. That's all I'm going to say about that. 😀 Thank you for the video. 👍🏻

[@BradtheBuilder]

I feel the same way, but some of these inspectors really get tough on you for some reason🙆‍♂️

[@mamawnamidreviews9978]

Oh no, the dreaded red tag🟥 The rails will look amazing once the glass is in.🔍 Why do the doors have to be installed?🤷🏻‍♀️ I do the same swap with the rails. Your rail is nicer.📶 This inspector seems to be on the bitchy side.😳 OK, the 3rd gas test port is just stupid!😡 This is an exercise in frustration.🤬 I can't wait for the full tour😮

[@BradtheBuilder]

I could’ve used you hear to take notes when the inspector was going through!!! I’m almost to the finish line and then I’ll give a full tour

[@mamawnamidreviews9978]

@@BradtheBuilder I would have been swearing a lot more! I'm married to an auto worker. We're a mouthy bunch, lol

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@mamawnamidreviews9978 I didn’t realize that you speak French? 😜

[@mamawnamidreviews9978]

@@BradtheBuilder of course, I'm Canadian, we're bilingual, eh! Lmao 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@mamawnamidreviews9978 haha

[@bryanhoerner8889]

Safety first you know

[@BradtheBuilder]

Yes I do

[@jimr9898]

Use rockwool insulation for the firestop, inspector might not approve fiberglass insulation.

[@justn519]

Inspector was probably just looking for a draft stop which code calls fire blocking different from firestop

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@justn519 you are correct

[@Oldmanweiss]

Should of had a beauty ring around drain going to the wall

[@BradtheBuilder]

Yes. You are right!

[@ljjonah7]

What was the rest of sup pump story it kinda git cut off

[@BradtheBuilder]

Sorry for the late reply I’ll have to go back and refresh my memory

[@julielefler9747]

Since I did cleaning fur alot of homes I have found inspectors pick on well to do people more then anything some things they put in the list is totally not necessary you can tell they are just trying to find things. But then I have seen were the lower class they don't even bother to put on the inspection things that are the law!!!!! Like no GFI in kitchen are bathrooms wiring that's old I could name a lot! So I guess it depends on the inspectors but to pick on little things and let things not in the inspection that's the law!!! I dont think half of our homes have any of these things you are getting hit with

[@BradtheBuilder]

That’s funny that you should say that… I feel the same way! I know these smaller price range homes have to have all the same things that I’m putting in them and I’m pretty sure they are not doing it and getting by with their inspections.

[@lewisjohnson2732]

Wow ! I think there just net picking.

[@mad1s]

Sounds like your inspector was having a bad day. Should have given him one of Connies donuts...LOL

[@BradtheBuilder]

That’s a good idea, but he already had a dozen in his truck!

[@danielvelez4001]

Just look at the bright side just about done😂😂😂

[@BradtheBuilder]

I’m trying too!!!

[@matteberry58]

Some inspectors love using their authority just because they can.

[@BradtheBuilder]

Yes sir!

[@CrustyAbsconder]

Why doesn't the code require a large attic-access-door on the roof for the firefighters ?? Even without the code, why would someone not want a attic-access-door on the roof ??

[@BradtheBuilder]

Not sure… But they usually just take their exes and cut a hole in the roof and that’s how they get their access!

[@unclebudd]

I hope you put a finish on the hand rail so the inspector doesn’t get a sliver

[@BradtheBuilder]

A sliver could get his attention😜

[@AndyandPapa]

Look at flairs old haunted falling down house. He was totally saving that house and the inspector from Hell stopped him cold because he didn't pay the city for a permit. Way out in the middle of no where. It's a money 💰💰💰 kind of world. And you know the next year will bring bigger taxes . Because now the house is improved.

[@BradtheBuilder]

You are exactly correct!!

[@ALLworldCONSTRUCTIONLLC]

California rail deck height code is 42” … high

[@BradtheBuilder]

Really?

[@justn519]

@@BradtheBuilder42” for commercial buildings. California probably made it the same for residential to be more strict on their regulations.

[@BradtheBuilder]

I’ve seen that for commercial. It hasn’t been adapted for residential in our area yet.

[@Allan_A]

The only code I "like" is the self closing garage door, but only because my kids like to air condition the entire neighborhood while letting the bugs in 😂. For some reason none of them like to close that door! Your house is awesome, I wish our builder had at least asked us about some things we thought were standard (like the ability to set different temps on different levels) but ended up being options we didn't know about. Our previous house apparently had a lot of options that we thought just came at a certain price range 😢

[@BradtheBuilder]

I think us dads came up with the code to have the automatic garage door closing for that reason! That’s something that I wish Builders would take the time in the front end explaining all the different options and why a house can cost more than the other builders because of the little things such as zoning the floors which is about a $1500-$3000.option

[@Bradleehage]

that house is looking good

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thank you

[@Peter-jc9dq]

Inspectors look at the most dumbest things that really have no effect on structure of the home I’ve seen some inspectors look over structural things of a home like they won’t put rebar on foundation when it’s over 5 courses of block just so they can save a few dollars. I did a foundation job had about 12 course of block we told them hey you need to put rebar and core fill but they ignore us so we did the job they started to fill with gravel and it blew the wall. It cost them more money to redo it just to save few dollars.

[@BradtheBuilder]

That was too bad!🙆‍♂️

[@huntercosper6989]

I’m gonna be honest idk the SOP’s for FF’s in your area but I doubt they are climbing through that little hole when they should pull the ceiling anyways so just use a attic ladder and go between the ceiling beams. If a fire is up there it’s not safe to try and walk up there anyways..

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thank you!!! I felt the exact same way

[@matteberry58]

If they think the fire is in the attic, they pull the drywall off the ceiling. It list that's what that did to my house in 80s....

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@matteberry58 I thought so! 🤔

[@nathanwebb6796]

I’m a residential inspector and most of these aren't code. its easy to argue just say where in the code ICC code book is it?

[@BradtheBuilder]

That is good to know! I But, I didn’t want to piss these guys off and have them make my life even more difficult. I will start asking him for proof.👍

[@BigJohnson1566]

It’s obvious your home is not cheaply built, inspectors can be a pain. And I agree some of that is cosmetic, common sense isn’t very common.

[@BradtheBuilder]

Well said! I feel like they were just being difficult on me for some reason… Basically welcome to the neighborhood🙆‍♂️

[@matthewscaninetrainingacad4891]

That house looks nice

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thank you! We are really enjoying the setting

[@cpsencik04]

Horrible take on the closet/attic access: 1. If there is a fire or suspected fire in the attic you want them in there easily 2. Cutting a hole for ventilation to possibly save the majority of the house or trapped victims is “terrorizing someone’s house”? They don’t cut holes in the roof of perfectly good houses…it’s when there is literally a fire

[@av1204]

what city is this... ive never heard of half this crap. An automatically closing garage door... not sure i could build a house in that city...

[@BradtheBuilder]

I thought it was going to be a walk in the park dealing with this small town inspectors… I’m just outside the Omaha area but I am dealing with the county inspector, not the big city inspectors

[@TheBiggestRedneck]

I Think Building Inspectors just like to Nit Pick About Every Little Detail Like It’s Your House You Should Be Be To Put Whatever Kind of Railing You Want in Your Own Home

[@BradtheBuilder]

This is classic government taking things way too far and telling us what to do at every level!

[@TheBiggestRedneck]

@@BradtheBuilder Oh Yeah Definitely

[@joelblair8339]

You should have bought him donuts 🍩

[@BradtheBuilder]

Why did I not think of that?🙆‍♂️

[@ff24x73]

“Firefighters terrorizing people’s homes” please don’t make comments like this if you don’t understand why we do what we do.

[@BradtheBuilder]

My bad! I did not mean to say it like that… please forgive me ❤️

[@mjgutierrez]

We appreciate all that you do!!!

[@dalegereaux1863]

You don't need to worry anymore because I called and left a message with the county. I told them since your house is above the dam and not below it you won't be needing anymore damn ! 🎺🎺 If they argue with you tell them you don't even have any water in your pond/swimming hole yet anyway.

[@BradtheBuilder]

Haha! I knew I could count on you… Thanks❤️

[@dalegereaux1863]

@@BradtheBuilder I just noticed in the first comment it left out the word inspectors at the end of that sentence. They really need to get these chinese voice apps to listen more closely. 😏

[@theoh6260]

I was about 50/50 with the inspection recommendations. I guess that’s why they make us read the instructions on a shampoo bottle. They dumb it down to the lowest level I guess.

[@BradtheBuilder]

Haha! I was hoping they only had a few hot buttons of concern, but through the book at me!

[@allanstephenson9336]

Ny. Codes are nuts trying to make them happy can drive one nuts !!!!! I know how it is had MANY fights with them. It. Like they read. A. book and BOOM. THEY KNOW EVERYTHING 😅

[@BradtheBuilder]

What I find crazy is the codes are left for interpretation for each inspector so they could do whatever they want with them

[@kingsmokey4207]

Brad im looking for a sponsor for my figure 8 dirt track race car i would love to put you business on my car if you could sponsor?

[@BradtheBuilder]

I’m not in a financial position to do anything right now the channel still is losing money.

[@kingsmokey4207]

@@BradtheBuilder I completely understand it was definitely worth the shot

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@kingsmokey4207 👍😎

[@LairdRb.49]

That inspector is saying a bunch of bull crap! That is what they think would look good

[@BradtheBuilder]

Thank You! Now they’re playing interior decorator

[@robkachelreiss7927]

Fire fighters don’t terrorize homes for the hell of it. I can count on about 30 times I had to gain access to to an attack on a emergency call with a air pack on

[@BradtheBuilder]

My bad! not picking on the firefighters just poking fun at the inspectors

[@douglas7555]

That seems like a nut punch? Buy some of those good donuts and have them out when the inspector comes again?? Lol Good luck

[@dentonramsey30]

Can’t bribe government officials

[@BradtheBuilder]

It was more like a kick in the… 🤨

[@jojocinco5]

Brad at this point I feel like this is our house and they don’t wanna let us move in cause they jealous it’s not they house 😂

[@BradtheBuilder]

I kind of feel the same way… Thanks

[@b5maddog]

I feel they were way too picky. I hope you ended up passing the next inspection. I know you will. Can’t wait to see the final walkthrough.

[@BradtheBuilder]

They come back on Wednesday. I hope that I will pass.!!

[@ETXPyro]

Who peed in that inspectors coffee😂

[@BradtheBuilder]

I will!

[@bastiaanborman7704]

You don.t need garage doors for a inspection its a carport😂

[@BradtheBuilder]

You’re right, I should’ve told them that and then they would’ve made up a new code for carports!!!

[@BTarpley805]

Sorry to hear the sad news Brad... Anytime you're worried your guys aren't getting enough hours, you can ALWAYS count on the County 🤣

[@BradtheBuilder]

😜🙆‍♂️

[@Albanianguy9]

I am always tired of inspectors coming in and talking about stuff that’s recommended that isn’t even code.

[@scottshort2051]

Me too

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@scottshort2051 it’s a little nerve-racking because you want to challenge them but you don’t want to upset them so they come up with more controversial issues… 🙆‍♂️

[@Albanianguy9]

@@BradtheBuilder the way you build stuff Brad, your attention to detail, I would challenge the hell out of them. There’s nothing they can say or do to find fault with your work!

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@Albanianguy9 thank you for saying that… Maybe because I’m new to the area and they’re picking on me?

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@Albanianguy9 thanks 😎👍

[@worldstar321]

man sounds like hes riding you from flairs videos if its the same guy hes kind of a special guy to say the least

[@BradtheBuilder]

What is crazy is that it’s a different inspector because I’m in the county… flares homes in the city, which is a different inspector

[@LegitKingOnYouTube]

hi

[@BradtheBuilder]

Hello

[@LegitKingOnYouTube]

@@BradtheBuilder I Absolutely Love Your Videos

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@LegitKingOnKZbin really? Wow… please share it with your friends. Thank you.

[@Lifewiththeredmons]

What did you and Flair do to aggravate that inspector so much to be so picky stuff like the caulking and all we usually just get the verbal "take care of it i wont say nothing". As long as its not a hazard of any sort they tell us roll on... You and Flair need to send em some donuts...

[@Lifewiththeredmons]

Of course that's Tennessee.. I have only built in East Tn. North Florida and Houston Tx. Oh and N. Georgia..

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@Lifewiththeredmons you’ve built in lots of different places… That’s impressive! I don’t know what we did to make these guys so rough on us ? I’d like to think we’re easy-going. Nice fun guys but they don’t seem to see it that way.🤔

[@Lifewiththeredmons]

Tennessee's where I've always worked but the others were actually rebuilding helping people after storms and natural disasters a lot of my family has been blessed to have successful businesses and so have I when I was a contractor we would travel and try to help and give back when we could and honestly East Tennessee is a lot more relaxed than a lot of places I know but really enjoy watching you all and really hope they ease up on you.

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@Lifewiththeredmons Tennessee is beautiful country! Eventually, I’ll wear these inspectors down and they’ll give in😜

[@josedarellano6840]

early gang

[@happytrucker240]

I take offense to your remark about fire fighters terrorizing roofs!!! If you don't know why then don't critique them

[@BradtheBuilder]

Please don’t take offense to that. I was just poking fun at the inspector.

[@jordanmoss8140]

It’s like he gave you a bs punch list a little bit

[@BradtheBuilder]

👍

[@buckydoedowner9040]

One thing i will never tolerate well..some nazi telling me how to build MY OWN HOUSE!! wtf? Brad will you get your inspectors license so you can take us to the Inspectors house for a home inspection? lol

[@BradtheBuilder]

I should do that and give these builders a break!

[@JB-ej2qy]

Hand rail makes no sense.

[@justn519]

It’s a code item. Comes more from an ADA graspability standpoint for people with smaller hands like women. Also the bigger your handrail is the less space between the wall and handrail which makes it harder to get a bigger hand in between to grasp it also part of code.

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@justn519 well said! But the real question is… Why do the manufacturers continue to make rails and don’t meet code?

[@justn519]

@@BradtheBuilder Well like you said most people just put in what they want after final inspection and in a residential application it’s not really a big deal if it’s oversized. Commercial buildings it becomes a liability ADA issue that you can get sued over potentially so the inspector has to make sure it’s right when they sign it off or else it falls back on the city/county.

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@justn519 that’s true with commercial, but these inspectors are acting as if the general public is going to be going through my house on a daily basis

[@JB-ej2qy]

I total agree with you.This is a personal residence “not a public building”. Next they will ask for grab bars for all showers and toilets. Zero entry points, no steps in showers and building entrance. All doors must be 3’ and etc. The original handle rail was better. The smaller hand rails have no strength behind them. @@BradtheBuilder

[@codeyford9428]

sounds like inspector does not like u

[@BradtheBuilder]

Can you believe that?? And I’m a nice fun guy… just ask me😜

[@MikeRev-w3h]

Seems odd that your plumber missed the test port on the gas line? - Wait what? You have to tear out the concrete driveway??

[@BradtheBuilder]

Yea on both!

[@joanneganon7157]

Hey Brad, Oh No🫢Bad! You have to tear out the Driveway? ? Is this inspector making this stuff up? I don't know that it's damn business what kind of handrail you have 😵‍💫. What if it was crazy modern ,would they have to change for him? At least he doesn't have a plumbers Crack 🫣. I hope so too,🙏 JO JO IN VT 💞

[@BradtheBuilder]

Haha! Thanks for the visual on the plumbers crack😜

[@Gamecocks101]

First! Never piss off County Inspectors. 1- The requirement for rails, I would not do. Code calls for "X" number; thats code. 2- That gap at the washer is insane. This little inspector just wanted to "knit-pick" something. 3-That L/S with the gap is common on building. No-one can stick a finger in that little gap. Grab a oversized cover and done. 4-Self-closing door into the garage. JESUS H CHRIST! 5- Fire-stop! All I can do is LAUGH! Because fire stops at insulation, right? LOL 6- Those "strain relief connectors" are so STUPID! They manually bend the wires themselves, just by install. 7- The attic space is INSANE! What fire-fighter fights fires inside the attic? If it burns, it burns. They punch holes through the roof! 8- These newer, younger "INSPECTORS" are so FULL OF SHIT! Its insane! They piss me off everyday! It's always something; its annoying. The older guys who actually knew what it took to build homes understood; but these younger guys. They have never picked up a hammer, much less a nail gun! SMFH

[@BradtheBuilder]

To add to your frustration and mine this guy has been inspector for 40+ years… he’s trying to retire! Maybe if I have the retirement party that will send him a message🤔

[@marydunn2009]

Sorry about your driveway. I can’t imagine you having to take it out and do again. Thank you. Have you heard anything about papa beefcake. I haven’t seen him for a while.

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@marydunn2009 last I heard is Andrews slowing down on doing building projects and Papa beef cakes will not be around as much

[@marydunn2009]

@@BradtheBuilder thank you. Hope he is ok.

[@BradtheBuilder]

@@marydunn2009 👍😎