January 2026: Top 5 Inspection Trends Every Builder Should Watch This Year As 2026 begins, builders and construction professionals are navigating evolving codes, higher inspection standards, and increased expectations around documentation and efficiency. Staying ahead of inspection trends can help reduce delays, avoid re inspections, and keep projects on schedule. At Metro Code , we work closely with builders and developers across North Texas and Houston, and we are seeing cl

If you’ve spent any time in residential construction, you know the feeling: the schedule is tight, trades are lined up, and then an inspection fails for something small — something completely avoidable — and suddenly your timeline shifts by days. At Metro Code, we see hundreds of inspections every month across North Texas and Houston, and the truth is that most failures happen for the same handful of reasons. As we move into 2026 with tighter codes and increased enforcement,

When you’re trying to keep a build on schedule, nothing slows things down like juggling multiple inspectors for different trades. That’s why combination inspectors have become essential in today’s construction environment, and why Metro Code builders rely on them every day. A Combination Inspector  is certified to inspect several major code disciplines, including: Building Plumbing Mechanical (HVAC) Electrical Instead of needing four separate inspectors, one highly trained pr

As one of the fastest-growing regions in Texas, Houston offers major opportunities for builders and developers looking to expand. With steady demand across residential and commercial sectors, it’s no surprise that many of our clients are moving into the area. At Metro Code, we’re proud to now offer third-party plan review and inspection services in the Houston region. Whether you're working in a master-planned community or a large-scale commercial project, here are a few key

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