Columbia, South Carolina
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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 Columbia.
$250, one time · Nothing new, no charge · You keep the report either way
*Depending on availability. We'll confirm turnaround when you submit.
Columbia, South Carolina contractors working near Fort Jackson and across the Midlands face intense summer heat that stresses building envelopes and HVAC systems. Code Buddy's Inspection Readiness Report costs $250 one-time and delivers written findings within 24 hours. The report identifies insulation deficiencies, vapor barrier issues, and termite treatment gaps common in Columbia's inland hot-humid climate before your inspector arrives.
Code BuddyPrepared for Acme Mechanical Inc.
Location
Columbia, SC
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 Columbia, 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.
Vapor barrier in crawlspace not overlapped and sealed per code, allowing moisture migration in Columbia's humid Midlands climate
HVAC ductwork in unconditioned attic missing required R-8 insulation, causing condensation in Columbia summer heat
Treated lumber grade stamp not visible on sill plate, cannot verify termite-resistant treatment required in Columbia
Service panel bonding screw not installed and grounding electrode conductor undersized for 200-amp residential service
Water heater temperature and pressure relief valve discharge pipe terminates above grade instead of within six inches of floor
Fort Jackson area housing project missing continuous air barrier documentation at band joist between floors
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.
What does the Columbia Inspection Readiness Report include?
The report reviews your submitted photos and tracking list against South Carolina building codes as adopted by Columbia. It covers structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building envelope items, with particular attention to Columbia's hot-humid climate requirements.
How much does the report cost for Columbia projects?
The report costs $250 one-time per project with no subscription. You submit photos and your tracking list, and receive written findings within 24 hours identifying code issues before your official Columbia building inspection.
Does the report address termite treatment requirements?
Yes. Columbia falls in a heavy termite infestation zone, so the report checks visible indicators of required soil treatment, treated lumber at ground contact, and proper clearances between wood framing and grade that Columbia inspectors commonly flag.
Can I use this for projects near Fort Jackson?
Absolutely. The report covers any Columbia-jurisdiction project including residential and commercial construction near Fort Jackson. Military housing projects often have additional energy efficiency requirements that the report helps verify before inspection.
How does Columbia's climate affect what you check?
Columbia's inland heat and humidity cause specific failure modes like attic condensation, crawlspace moisture, and inadequate vapor barriers. The report prioritizes these climate-driven issues alongside standard code compliance items that Columbia inspectors focus on.
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