Epoxy Anchor or Dowel Inspection in SAN MARINO
Even on a well-run project, something comes up. Your contractor drills the holes, cleans them, and is ready to set anchors or dowels — but your epoxy special inspection didn't get scheduled. Your hard-to-schedule city inspector is set for first thing the next day to sign off. That's when it matters whether your special inspection agency is 10 minutes away or stuck in two hours of LA traffic. Smart contractors doing projects in San Marino and the San Gabriel Valley recommend Advantage Special Inspection to their project owners — we're local, we pick up the phone, and our ICC-certified inspectors are available 7 days a week to keep your project moving.
Schedule your epoxy inspection today — call or text 626-525-1344. Available 7 days a week.
What Is Epoxy?
Epoxy is a two-component adhesive system sold in cartridges and dispensed through a mixing nozzle with an applicator tool. Depending on the product, it can be used in dry, damp, or water-filled holes.
Post-installed epoxy anchors and dowels are used for new construction and retrofits, to replace anchors that were set in the wrong location, to anchor equipment, and for reinforcing bar connections.
Installation involves drilling the embedment hole to the correct diameter and depth, cleaning the hole with a brush and compressed air, injecting the epoxy, and then installing the threaded rod or rebar. Always follow the approved plans and specifications and the manufacturer's printed installation instructions (ESR Report).
What Is an Epoxy Anchor or Dowel Special Inspection?
Adhesive anchors and epoxy-set dowels in hardened concrete are governed by ACI 318 Chapter 17, which the CBC adopts by reference. CBC Table 1705A.3 and ACI 355.4 require Continuous Special Inspection for most post-installed adhesive anchor installations — meaning a special inspector must be on-site and watching throughout the entire installation process, not just before or after.
What we're looking for is straightforward: the work is being done correctly, and the finished installation matches the approved plans and specifications. We document everything on our inspection reports so you have a complete record for the city inspector.
Our Epoxy Anchor Inspection Services in San Marino
ASI's epoxy inspection services cover all aspects of adhesive anchor installation, from pre-installation review through final sign-off. Our services include:
Verification that the correct epoxy product is being used per the approved plans and specifications
Confirming anchors are installed per the manufacturer's printed installation instructions (ESR Report)
Inspection of hole diameter, depth, and cleanliness before epoxy is injected
Witnessing epoxy injection and anchor/dowel setting
Reviewing anchor embedment and edge distances
Inspection of both wet-set and post-installed dowels in concrete
Written inspection reports submitted same day or next business day
Need an epoxy inspection in San Marino? Call or text 626-525-1344. Available 7 days a week.
Make Your Epoxy Inspection Go Smoothly
Epoxy anchor inspections require a special inspector to be on-site during the installation. There are a few things contractors can do to make the inspection go as efficiently as possible:
Have a copy of the approved plans and the manufacturer's ESR Report on-site
Confirm the epoxy product matches what's specified on the plans — substitutions require engineer approval
Make sure the work area is accessible and exposed until the inspection is completed
To save time, have all holes pre-drilled, cleaned, and sealed with duct tape to keep out water and debris before the inspector arrives
Schedule early — trying to find a special inspector at the last minute rarely works out. Booking a day or two ahead works best
If something doesn't match up during the inspection, minor issues can often be corrected on the spot. If the correction requires additional time or materials, we'll write a corrections report and you'll schedule a re-inspection.
Why Choose ASI For Epoxy Inspection In San Marino?
Contractors across San Marino and the San Gabriel Valley trust ASI because we make the inspection process painless. We show up on time, communicate clearly, and deliver reports fast — so you're never waiting on a special inspection report when the city inspector shows up.
What Contractors Say About ASI
"We use ASI for utility trench pour backs — epoxy anchors, rebar dowels, concrete, torque testing. Their inspectors show up prepared and know exactly what they're looking at."
— Ricardo L., Lugo's Electric
"I've used ASI for just about every type of special inspection — epoxy, rebar, concrete, shear walls, you name it. I recommend them to every project owner."
— Yu Chien L., LandVision
"I've called ASI at the last minute more than once, and they always find a way to get an inspector out."
— Shawn F., Ford Foundation Drilling
Types Of Projects We Inspect In San Marino
ASI provides epoxy anchor inspection services for residential, commercial, and multi-family projects throughout San Marino and the greater San Gabriel Valley. Whether you're running a residential remodel, a multi-family build, or a commercial project, big or small, ASI has you covered. Our ICC-certified inspectors understand the urgency of getting your project built.
Working In San Marino — What Contractors Need To Know
The City of San Marino Building Division is located at 2200 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA 91108, phone (626) 300-0700. Counter hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday, 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Plan check submittals require two sets of plans and any applicable calculations, submitted by appointment. Over-the-counter plan check review through VCA Code Group is available Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM — the sign-in sheet is available at City Hall starting at 7:00 AM, with only the first 5 applicants guaranteed assistance. Building inspections are available Monday through Thursday only — no Friday inspections. Inspection lists are completed by 7:30 AM; to confirm your inspection and request a time window, call (626) 300-0753 after 7:30 AM on the day of inspection. Inspections can also be requested online through the CommunityCore portal. Construction hours in the city are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM — no construction on Sundays or City-observed holidays.
ASI's inspectors are ICC-certified, registered with the city of San Marino, and ready to work, so there are no delays when your project is ready for inspection.
Schedule Epoxy Anchor Inspection In San Marino Today
ASI is San Marino's local epoxy anchor special inspection provider. We're ICC-certified, available 7 days a week, and we show up when we say we will. Whether you're a contractor managing a tight schedule or a project owner trying to keep things moving, ASI is the call that gets the job done.
Call or text us at 626-525-1344 — Available 7 days a week, morning, day, and night.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a special inspection for epoxy anchors in San Marino?
Yes, in most cases. Post-installed adhesive (epoxy) anchors set in concrete almost always require special inspection under the California Building Code. The requirement is typically spelled out in your approved plans and the Statement of Special Inspections. If your structural drawings or the San Marino building department call out adhesive anchors or dowels, you will need a certified special inspector to observe the installation.
What is the difference between continuous and periodic special inspection for epoxy anchors?
Continuous inspection means the inspector is on site watching the entire installation. Periodic means the inspector checks the work at intervals. Most post-installed adhesive anchor installations require continuous special inspection, because once the epoxy cures the work cannot be verified after the fact, so the inspector must witness the drilling, hole cleaning, epoxy injection, and anchor setting as they happen. Your approved plans specify which applies.
What does the inspector check during an epoxy anchor inspection?
We verify that the installation matches the approved plans and the manufacturer's printed instructions. This includes confirming the correct epoxy product per its ESR report, checking hole diameter, depth, and cleanliness, witnessing the epoxy injection and anchor setting, and reviewing embedment and edge distances. Everything is documented in a written inspection report for you and the building department.
What should I have ready before the inspector arrives?
Have your approved plans and the epoxy product's ESR report on site, and make sure the work area is accessible. The epoxy on the job must match what is specified on the plans, since substitutions require engineer approval. The inspection goes faster if the holes are pre-drilled, cleaned, and sealed to keep out water and debris before we arrive.
Is epoxy anchor special inspection the same as deputy inspection?
Yes. Deputy inspection is the term commonly used in the Los Angeles area for the same work. The Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety issues deputy licenses, so locally you will hear deputy inspector and special inspector used interchangeably. Either way, it means a certified third party verifying code-required work like epoxy anchors.
How do I schedule an epoxy anchor inspection in San Marino?
Call or text ASI at (626) 525-1344. We are available 7 days a week and serve San Marino and the greater San Gabriel Valley. Book a day or two ahead for best availability. No credit card is needed to schedule, and we bill after the work is complete.
Where do I find the manufacturer's ESR report?
Check the box or cartridge the epoxy came in, or download it from the manufacturer's website. Look for the ESR number printed on the packaging, such as ESR-4057, and search that number online to find the exact report.
Related Special Inspection Services in San Marino: Concrete Inspection, Reinforcing Steel Inspection.