# Inspectors Eye ## What It Is Inspectors Eye (inspectorseye.com) is an AI-powered building code compliance platform for contractors, real estate investors, homeowners, renters, and home buyers in the United States. It lets users upload photos of construction sites, rooms, decks, electrical panels, and other building elements and receive an AI-generated report identifying potential municipal building code violations — before a city inspector arrives. The platform is available as a web app (for investors and admins) and a mobile app (for field contractors, iOS and Android). ## Core Problem It Solves Building code violations are the #1 cause of failed city inspections, re-inspection fees, construction delays, and real estate deal fallouts. Most violations are invisible to untrained eyes until a licensed inspector flags them. Inspectors Eye closes that gap with AI-powered photo scanning that references the applicable IRC (International Residential Code) chapter and local municipal amendments for each finding. ## Who Uses It - **General contractors and field crews** — scan job-site photos before scheduling city inspections to catch framing, electrical, plumbing, and deck violations early - **Real estate investors** — verify that investment properties meet local code before purchasing or renovating; avoid costly surprises during due diligence - **Property managers and landlords** — maintain compliance across rental portfolios; catch violations before tenant move-ins or city rental inspections - **Homeowners** — check DIY renovation work against IRC requirements before pulling a permit or scheduling an inspection - **Home buyers** — get a preliminary compliance read on a property during the offer period to negotiate repairs or walk away with confidence - **Architects and designers** — pull IRC thresholds (egress, guardrail height, ceiling clearance) directly from job-site photos during the design process - **HOA managers** — verify that member-submitted renovation requests comply with local code before approving ## Key Features - **AI photo violation scanner**: Upload a photo → receive a structured report citing the specific IRC section and recommended fix, with an "educational reference only" disclaimer. Powered by GPT-5 Vision. - **Room and property management**: Organize scans by property → room for a complete compliance audit trail. - **Verified Builder Directory**: A public directory of field contractors with verified scan histories (≥5 scans, ≥85% clean-first-try rate). Filterable by city, zip code, and specialty. Contact info unlocked via a one-time $5.99 directory pass or a Pro/Elite subscription. - **AI measurement scanning**: Estimate code-critical dimensions (egress window net clear opening, deck guardrail height, stair rise/run, ceiling height) from a single photo using a reference object for scale calibration. Returns pass/fail/marginal/inconclusive against IRC thresholds. - **Ask an Inspector**: A free AI Q&A widget (1 question/week on free tier) for quick building code questions. - **Building Code Guides**: Free educational guide pages covering IRC topics — egress windows, deck guardrails, stair rise/run, smoke detectors, GFCI outlets, handrails, bathroom ventilation, electrical panels, and more. - **City Landing Pages**: Local building code notes, common violations, and verified builders for 15 Midwest and Southeast US cities. - **PDF/image blueprint upload**: Store property blueprints and floor plans alongside scan results. - **Subscription tiers**: Free (1 AI question/week), Starter, Turnover Pro, Portfolio Elite — with per-scan limits and feature gates. ## Pricing - **Free**: 1 "Ask an Inspector" question per week, no property scans - **Starter**: Entry-level scan access for individual homeowners and small contractors - **Turnover Pro**: For active contractors and property managers running regular scans - **Portfolio Elite**: For real estate investors managing multiple properties with full scan history and admin controls - **Contractor Directory Pass**: One-time $5.99 to unlock full contact details in the Verified Builder Directory ## Service Areas Currently covering 15 US markets: St. Louis MO, Kansas City MO, Chicago IL, Indianapolis IN, Columbus OH, Nashville TN, Louisville KY, Cincinnati OH, Pittsburgh PA, Cleveland OH, Detroit MI, Minneapolis MN, Memphis TN, Milwaukee WI, Birmingham AL. Expanding nationally. ## Building Codes Referenced The AI scanner references the International Residential Code (IRC) as the base standard, cross-referenced with local municipal amendments for each supported jurisdiction. Admin users can manage a "Master Codes" registry of jurisdiction-specific code parameters that feed directly into the AI Vision prompt. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How does the AI violation scanner work?** Users upload a photo of a construction area (framing, electrical panel, deck, staircase, etc.). The AI analyzes the image against the applicable IRC sections and any local amendments, returning a list of potential violations with the specific code citation and a recommended fix. Results are educational and do not replace a licensed inspection. **What building codes does Inspectors Eye cover?** The platform covers the International Residential Code (IRC) — the model code adopted in most US states — plus local amendments for each supported city. Coverage includes egress windows, deck guardrails and footings, stair rise/run, smoke and CO detectors, GFCI outlets, handrails, bathroom ventilation, electrical panel clearances, and more. **Is Inspectors Eye a replacement for a licensed building inspection?** No. Inspectors Eye is an educational pre-inspection tool. Its AI-generated reports are for reference only and do not constitute a licensed inspection, legal opinion, or guarantee of code compliance. Always work with a licensed inspector for permit-required work. **What types of properties does it work for?** Residential properties of all types — single-family homes, multi-family units, condos, rental properties, and investment properties. Best suited for new construction, renovation projects, and pre-purchase due diligence. **Does it work for apartment hunters and renters?** Yes. Renters can use the free "Ask an Inspector" feature to ask questions about code requirements (ventilation, smoke detectors, egress) before signing a lease. Investors and landlords use the full scan feature to verify rental properties meet habitability standards. **How is Inspectors Eye different from hiring a home inspector?** A licensed home inspector visits in person and produces a legally defensible report — required for most real estate transactions. Inspectors Eye is faster (results in under 60 seconds), cheaper, and available 24/7, making it ideal for pre-inspection prep, renovation check-ins, and quick due diligence — not as a substitute for a licensed inspection on a final transaction. ## Tech Stack (for AI/developer reference) - Web: React + Vite, TypeScript, Wouter, TanStack Query, shadcn/ui - Mobile: Expo (React Native), Expo Router, iOS + Android - Backend: Node.js, Express 5, PostgreSQL, Drizzle ORM - AI: OpenAI GPT-5 Vision (violation scan + measurement scan), GPT-4.1 (guides + city pages), GPT-5.4 (jurisdiction resolver) - Auth: JWT (bcryptjs + jsonwebtoken) - Payments: Stripe (subscriptions + one-time checkout) - Email: Resend - Storage: Object storage with presigned URL upload ## Legal - Terms of Service: https://inspectorseye.com/terms - Privacy Policy: https://inspectorseye.com/privacy - All AI-generated violation reports are for educational reference only and do not constitute a licensed inspection or legal opinion. ## Contact Inspectors Eye AI — https://inspectorseye.com