JTC is a special inspections and testing firm recognized through national accreditation and validation regularly conducting tests and inspections throughout New England. JTC’s role includes ensuring that the Schedule of Special Inspections is strictly adhered to and that all required inspections are completed. We maintain a punchlist and ensure that re-inspections are performed prior to signing off on any area of work. JTC provides interim reports as well a final signoff at project completion.
Our firm’s employees hold specific certifications that virtually no other firms have in New England. These certifications include International Code Council (ICC) for reinforced concrete special inspector, pre-stress concrete special inspector, spray-applied fireproofing, fire-stopping, and structural masonry.
Our special inspection services include:
JTC performs code-compliant inspections and testing on all major structural systems to ensure the integrity, safety, and longevity of your building. Services include:
– Reinforced & Prestressed Concrete
– Structural Steel Welding & Bolting
– Masonry Construction
– Cold-Formed Metal Framing
– Wood Framing
Certified ICC inspectors ensure compliance with IBC Chapter 17 and project-specific design requirements.
We inspect critical exterior systems to reduce the risk of water intrusion, air leakage, and thermal inefficiency. Services include:
– EIFS Inspections
– Roofing and Exterior Walls
– Infrared Thermography
– Air Barrier Verification
– Air Infiltration
– Water Penetration
JTC helps owners and designers meet energy codes and avoid costly envelope failures.
Certified ICC and IFC inspectors verify that rated assemblies and life-safety features are installed in accordance with design documents and code requirements:
– Fireproofing & Firestopping Inspections
– Seismic Restraint Verification
– Code-compliant installation documentation
– Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR)
– Infrared Thermography
– Rebar Locating & Subsurface Scanning
Our team helps clients assess the condition and remaining life of existing buildings and infrastructure. Typical deliverables include:
– Visual condition surveys
– Material testing of structural elements
– Fireproofing and corrosion assessments
– Maintenance and repair recommendations
JTC serves as both the Commissioning Agent (CxA) and Building Enclosure Testing Agency (BETA) to support quality assurance throughout construction. Our services focus on the performance, durability, and documentation of the building enclosure.
– Daily reports and contractor oversight
– Participation in construction meetings
– Review of submittals and RFIs related to the enclosure
– Punch list development and resolution tracking
– Final certification and closeout documentation
– ICC, ACI, AWS, NICET-certified staff
– Independent third-party verification
– Local code knowledge and regional experience
– Proven success with public and private clients
To learn more about our Special Inspections services, please contact Ellen Ianello – Director of Construction Services and Special Inspections