Columbus, Ohio
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punch list missed.
Send us photos and your tracking list. Get a written findings report within 24 hours* — before your inspector or auditor does.
— any industry with field inspections in Columbus.
$250, one time · Nothing new, no charge · You keep the report either way
*Depending on availability. We'll confirm turnaround when you submit.
The Columbus Inspection Readiness Report is a one-time $250 review with 24-hour turnaround. Submit your jobsite photos and tracking list for a check against Ohio Building Code and Columbus-specific requirements. As Ohio's fastest-growing city with major construction projects including the Intel chip fabrication campus, Columbus inspectors are busy and expansive clay soils create foundation challenges across much of the metro area.
Code BuddyPrepared for Acme Mechanical Inc.
Location
Columbus, OH
Date
Aug 8, 2026
Trade
Electrical
Findings
Penetration seal not matching approved submittal — visible gap at fire-rated assembly
Checked against: Company SOP 4.2
Fastener pattern deviates from manufacturer data sheet — 6" OC required, measured at 9" OC
Checked against: Project Spec 08-31
Working clearance below required minimum at panel — 30" required, 22" measured
Checked against: Applicable Standard
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Submit your job, and our patent-pending AI technology reviews every photo against your standards, specs, and existing tracking.
Tell us about the job.
Project name, address in Columbus, and primary trade or discipline. We look up the applicable standards and regulations automatically from the address.
Send your photos and open items.
Upload directly, share a Drive/Dropbox link, or email them over. Your existing tracking sets the bar — anything already on it doesn't count as a finding.
Our patent-pending technology and AI system analyze every photo.
Cross-references each image against your specs, the applicable standards, and your existing tracking — helping identify deviations your list may have missed.
Get your report within 24 hours*.
Each finding includes the photo, the exact location, and the code section or spec it deviates from. Sorted by severity so you know what to fix first.
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Code Buddy is an AI-powered compliance platform used by thousands of field professionals across construction, energy, manufacturing, and fleet operations. Our patent-pending technology checks job site photos against codes, specs, and standards — the same technology that powers this report.
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If nothing new identified
The kind of things we help catch.
Examples based on past reports. Each finding includes the photo, location, and the reference it was checked against.
Foundation drain tile not installed at footing level on site with documented expansive clay soils common to central Ohio
Arc-fault circuit interrupter protection missing on bedroom branch circuits in new construction per 2017 NEC adoption
Cleanout access blocked by finished wall framing less than 18 inches from floor drain in basement bathroom buildout
Return air pathway through floor joist cavity not lined with sheet metal where passing above gas furnace plenum
Egress window well ladder missing on below-grade bedroom window exceeding 44-inch sill-to-grade height in new subdivision
Carbon monoxide detector not installed within 10 feet of bedroom door in attached-garage home per Ohio amendment
And only if we identify something that wasn't already on your list.
If everything identified was already on your list, you pay nothing. You keep the report either way.
GET STARTEDLimited spots each week.
Every report is reviewed by a QA professional before delivery — not just generated and sent. That human review step means we can only take a limited number of jobs per week. Submissions are reviewed in the order they're received, and we'll let you know upfront if your report will take longer than 24 hours.
Before you ask.
How does Columbus handle inspections during the current construction boom?
Columbus inspection wait times have increased due to rapid residential and commercial growth. Scheduling can take three to seven business days. A Readiness Report helps you pass on the first visit, avoiding re-inspection delays that can push your timeline out further.
What soil-related issues do Columbus inspectors look for?
Central Ohio's expansive clay soils cause foundation movement and drainage failures. Columbus inspectors check footing depth, drain tile installation, waterproofing membrane application, and grading slope away from foundations. The report evaluates all of these items.
Does Columbus enforce any local amendments beyond the Ohio Building Code?
Columbus follows the Ohio Building Code with select local administrative amendments. The city has specific requirements around stormwater management, lot grading, and erosion control that go beyond the state baseline, particularly in newer subdivision developments.
What are the top fail items for Columbus residential inspections?
Missing AFCI protection on bedroom circuits, inadequate foundation drainage on clay soil sites, improperly sized HVAC ductwork, and missing carbon monoxide detectors near attached garages are among the most frequent Columbus residential inspection failures.
Can I use the report for new construction in Columbus suburbs?
Yes. The report covers new construction across the Columbus metro area. Many suburban jurisdictions defer to the Columbus Building Department or follow identical Ohio Building Code requirements, so findings apply broadly across Franklin County communities.