EIFS (Exterior Insulation Finish Systems)
BC 1704.12
1704.12 Exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS). Special inspections shall be required for all EIFS applications installed more than 15 feet (4572 mm)‡ above adjacent finished grades.
1704.12.1 The special inspection shall include verification of: compliance with approved construction documents for attachment to structure, installation of waterproofing membranes, weeps, drains, mold prevention features and conformance with the manufacturers’ installation guidelines.
| Special Inspection: | Exterior Insulation Fire Systems (EIFS) |
| Code Section(s): | BC 1704.12 |
| Minimum Qualifications: | Primary Inspector or Inspection Supervisor. a. PE or RA; and b. 1 year relevant experience |
| Supplemental Inspector (Alternative 1), N/A | |
| Supplemental Inspector (Alternative 2) a. Technician with 2 years relevant experience |