Deck final inspection checklist

Check a new deck before the final: the ledger, the structure, railings and stairs, the boards and the site.

15 itemsIn 4 groups
OK or fixWith a note per line
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Deck final inspection checklist

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Structure
Ledger fastened and flashed
Footings and posts as planned
Joist hangers and connectors with every nail
Beams and joists sized per the plans
Safety
Railings secure at the height the code requires
Baluster spacing within the code limit
Stairs even with graspable handrails
Lighting at stairs where required
Surface
Boards straight with even gaps
Fasteners flush
No splinters or sharp edges
Close
Final inspection passed
Care and finish instructions handed over
Final invoice sent
Review requested once paid
Signature
Date

What this report covers

Decks fail at the ledger and the railings, so those get checked first. Your local code and inspector set the railing heights, baluster spacing and stair rules; this list makes sure you walk each one before the final.

How to use it

For each item, mark it OK, Needs attention or Not inspected, and add a short note where it helps. "Not inspected" with a reason protects you better than a blank line. Print it or save it as a PDF and send it to the customer with your photos.

With Koira: Customer portal

Every Koira customer gets one link: the estimate, the photos, the invoice and the payment in one place, so the walkthrough notes and the final bill are where the customer can find them.

Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.

FAQ

What is checked in a deck final inspection?

The ledger and flashing, footings, connectors, railings, stairs and the decking.

Why flash the ledger?

To keep water out of the house framing where the deck attaches.

Who sets railing rules?

Your local code and inspector.

What should the owner get?

Care and finish instructions, warranties and the inspection sign-off.

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