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!
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Pre-Installation Planning & Material Verification
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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