The Building Inspection App Built for the Front Line
Sitemate’s Building Inspection App is powered by Dashpivot, and allows site teams to easily log building inspections at the job site. Storm, Sitemate’s AI agent, can fill out reports with inspection criteria, defect details, and even photos, then site supervisors can review, edit, and sign off directly on the form via e-signature.
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Why Building Inspection management Is Harder than It Should Be
Time-consuming manual building inspections
Inspectors using paper-based forms take a long time to complete building inspections on site.
Delays in getting sign-off on inspections
Paper-based building inspection reports often need to be passed around for review, which can hold up progress on site.
Missing and illegible inspection records
Paper-based building inspection forms can easily get soiled or damaged. Furthermore, paper forms are easy to lose before reaching the office.
Compliance gaps due to skipped inspections
Due to the time it takes to complete paper-based inspections, checks may be skipped, which compromises compliance with building codes.
A Smarter Building Inspection App
AI-assisted inspection report creation
Storm can help turn user prompts into a complete building inspection report, pre-filled with details specific to user input.
Streamlined inspections with photo capture
Inspectors can log defects, take photos of site conditions, and notify relevant personnel for follow-up, all from their mobile device.
Supervisor review before close-out
All completed inspection reports are routed to supervisors for review and sign-off before being closed out.
Compliance gaps due to skipped inspections
The Building Inspection App uses Dashpivot’s cloud storage system where all completed reports are stored. Looking into previous records can be done with a few taps and clicks.
Understanding Building Inspection Software
What is a Building Inspection App?
A Building Inspection App is a tool that inspectors and building personnel use to create building inspection reports, documents that record the condition of a building against required standards. These reports are usually created at set stages of construction, or at regular intervals once a building is in use, and cover details on the areas checked, any defects found, and the corrective action needed. With a Building Inspection App, teams can keep a digital record of these inspections, as well as any follow-up action taken to close out issues found.
What does a Building Inspection App help record?
- General information like building name, site location, and inspection date
- Areas or building elements covered by the inspection
- Checklist of items reviewed, such as structural, electrical, and fire safety systems
- Defects or violations identified during the inspection
- Severity or risk rating of each finding
- Corrective action required and responsible party
- Name and signature of the inspector
- Supporting photos and attachments
What regulations typically govern building inspection requirements?
Building inspections are often required under local building codes, which set out mandatory inspection stages during construction, such as before foundations are poured or structural framing is enclosed. Once a building is in use, regulations may require periodic inspections for specific systems, such as fire safety or elevators, each with its own frequency and reporting requirements. In certain jurisdictions, authorities may also require a certificate of occupancy following a final inspection before a building can be legally occupied. Depending on the building type, additional codes may apply, such as those covering accessibility or energy efficiency, which often carry their own inspection and compliance requirements.
How To Set Up a Digital Building Inspection Using Sitemate
Set up Building Inspection templates
Use Storm to fill out Building Inspection templates
Storm captures insights and context from all sorts of user input. Manual user prompts, voice notes, photo analysis, and automatic location and time capture are all taken into account in the form.
Set up notifications
Set up the notification workflow within Dashpivot to send automatic alerts to supervisors and project managers as soon as building inspections are logged.
Train personnel
Train personnel on how to use the Building Inspection App, especially on how to input data, photos, and voice recordings, collect signatures, and review the auto-populated fields.
Go live with the Building Inspection App
Start Faster With Built-In Building Inspection App Templates
See How Sitemate Has Already Helped Companies Like Yours
"Our process now is so much quicker, easier, and more efficient. It's improved tenfold."
- Shane Russo, Site Manager
500+ employees
Zero paperwork
6 regions
Site data unified across 6 regions
Building Inspection App with Flowsite
Flowsite automatically transfers completed building inspection data from Dashpivot into tracking dashboards and client reporting systems, removing the need for manual re-entry. Project and client teams get real-time visibility of findings and sign-offs, so work can be reviewed and actioned with minimal admin work.
Comparison: Paper Building Inspection vs Digital Building Inspection
Most project teams already know paper and spreadsheets aren't cutting it. Here's what changes when you move your method statements to a digital system.
Form access
Data gathering
Escalation
Storage
Supervisors' approval routing
Audit readiness
Action tracking
Paper
Frequently asked questions about the Building Inspection App
Does Dashpivot work even if offline?
Yes, Dashpivot can work even without internet connectivity. It stores all collected data, like photos and inspection notes, in the phone and automatically syncs when connectivity returns.
How does AI help during a building inspection?
Sitemate’s AI agent, Storm, can extract data from photos and voice recordings and auto-fill the fields of the inspection form. This process eliminates manual data entry, which significantly streamlines how teams use this building inspection application on site.
How does QR code scanning work in the app?
Each unit, floor, or asset can be tagged with a unique QR code. Upon scanning the code, the app immediately displays all relevant forms for that specific location or item.
Can I update existing forms in the app?
Yes, you can easily update forms in the app to align with your workflow and inspection standards by using the powerful drag-and-drop form builder in Dashpivot.
Can I generate dashboards from completed inspections?
Yes, building inspection software like Dashpivot can generate dashboards based on collected data from completed forms. Supervisors and managers can easily track outstanding defects and inspection status across a site without the need to manually compile reports.
What happens to the workflow when a defect is identified during an inspection?
Dashpivot’s notification system immediately alerts the assigned supervisor or site manager by email or in-app notification as soon as a defect is logged. From there, the supervisor can assign a corrective action to a responsible person, flag the area as requiring rework, and require a follow-up inspection before the item is marked closed.
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