Nothing derails a schedule like missing a test or special inspection. The building code expects a documented plan, the AHJ expects signed reports, and subs expect someone else to call the lab. This guide clarifies who orders what, who pays, and when to schedule  the big-ticket items: soils/earthwork, structural steel , and firestopping , with a broader matrix you can apply to concrete, anchors, masonry, and spray fireproofing. Quick primer: what “special inspections” really a

Condensation in metal buildings isn’t just a nuisance. It wrecks finishes, grows mold, and corrodes steel. The fix is not one product; it’s a system : insulation + air sealing + vapor control + detailing. Here’s the shop‑floor guide we use to design, bid, and build PEMB roofs and walls that stay dry in Colorado’s freeze–thaw climate. Why metal buildings sweat (fast physics) Warm, moist air meets a cold metal skin → air cools → hits dew point  → water condenses on the undersid

ADA work doesn’t have to mean a full gut. On schools, clinics, libraries, and community centers, a few targeted ADA upgrades  dramatically improve access, safety, and inspections without blowing up schedules. Here’s where we see the biggest wins, and how we scope them cleanly so they’re easy to bid and easy to pass. 1) Door Hardware That Actually Works for Everyone What to look for Replace knobs  with lever sets ; verify return-to-door levers where clothing might catch (schoo