ASAP - Insulation Inspection and Electrical Proximity

I've got an insulation inspection scheduled for tomorrow and as I try to figure out the County's purpose for the inspection (there doesn't seem to be any), the only thing I can come up with is them checking the insulation proximity to the electrical system.

Other than recessed lights IC v. non-IC, are there any separation requirements for insulation around fixtures, outlets and switches?

I'm using plastic boxes, 12-2 Romex and R-11 insulation with paper batting on the warm-side of the wall.

 

As far as electrical, you're okay.

But there are a number of building codes that regulate how and how much insulation is installed, and how the vapor barriers are placed.

 

Thanks for the rapid reply.

I'll have to call the County and ask them about any building codes..

 

This insulation inspection could save you big bucks in the future if you unknowingly set up a vapor trap causing a trapping of moisture within the walls which would cause premature wrotting of your structure. This like John said is a building code regulation. Also they will probably check for proper installation and types of insullation that was installed to ensure the R value was met as required also in the building code again as John said. I suspect if your research the purpose and codes this inspection while not commonly done to my knowledge would not be a waste of time and money. May save big bucks during the life of the structure.

Let us know what you find out.

Wg