Sheathing Installation Checklist

Ensure a structurally sound and code-compliant build! Download our comprehensive Sheathing Installation Checklist for construction professionals. Covers proper fastening, panel layout, bracing, and more - avoid costly errors and ensure a quality sheathing job. Your ultimate guide to sheathing perfection!

This Template was installed 2 times.

Pre-Installation Planning & Material Verification

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Ensuring proper planning and material quality before any sheathing is installed.

Sheathing Type Specified?

Sheathing Thickness (inches)

Sheathing Grade Specified?

Moisture Content (%), Max Allowed

Review Manufacturer's Installation Instructions

Upload Approved Shop Drawings

Date of Material Delivery

Framing Inspection

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Verification of the underlying framing to ensure proper spacing, alignment, and condition.

Framing Member Spacing (inches)

Framing Member Squareness (inches/100ft)

Framing Condition - Visible Decay/Damage?

Notes on Framing Condition (if any)

Framing Securely Fastened?

Check Framing Levelness (inches/10ft)

Sheathing Material Verification

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Checking sheathing type, grade, moisture content, and manufacturer's instructions.

Sheathing Type

Sheathing Grade

Moisture Content (%)

Manufacturer's Instructions Verified?

Moisture Meter Reading Record (Optional)

Sheathing Thickness (inches)

Layout & Staggering

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Proper layout of sheathing panels and staggering of joints.

Panel Layout Offset from Wall Corners (in)

Minimum Stagger Distance (in)

Panel Orientation (Horizontal/Vertical)

Number of Panels Along Length of Wall

Joint Staggering Method Applied

Notes on Panel Placement (if any)

Fastener Installation

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Correct type, spacing, and depth of fasteners used for sheathing attachment.

Fastener Spacing (inches) - Edges

Fastener Spacing (inches) - Field

Fastener Type

Fastener Size (inches)

Fastener Head Type

Fastener Depth (inches) - Minimum

Comments on Fastener Installation (e.g., any adjustments made)

Panel Placement & Support

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Ensuring panels are properly placed, supported, and secured during installation.

Panel Spacing at Edges (inches)

Distance from Corner to First Panel (inches)

Sheathing Support Method

If 'Other' Support Method Selected, Provide Details

Panel Alignment with Framing

If Not Perfectly Aligned, Explain Deviation

Panel Support Points Verified?

Notes on Panel Support Observations

Seam Treatment & Joint Details

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Addressing seams, joints, and any required sealing or taping.

Sheathing Joint Treatment Method:

Details of Seam Joint System (if applicable):

Tape/Caulk Manufacturer (if applicable):

Tape/Caulk Coverage (linear feet or area):

Joint Details Specified in Plans?

Description of any Deviations from Specified Joint Details:

Photo Documentation of Joint Details:

Quality Control & Final Inspection

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A thorough check of the completed sheathing installation.

Were all fastener patterns verified against approved plans/specifications?

Number of panels rejected during inspection (if any):

Description of any defects or non-conformances identified:

Sheathing panel edges properly aligned with framing?

Are seams properly sealed (if required by design)?

Inspector Signature:

Inspection Date:

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