How it works
Five stages.
Zero confusion.
Submit your plans, build, photograph, record live video, and get certified. Our inspectors review every stage remotely — usually within hours.
The process
Four steps to certified.
Create a Unit
Assign a model and serial number. Your stage checklist is ready in 2 minutes.
Submit Plans
Upload your VIN docs, floor plan, electrical plan, and plumbing plan. Plans must be approved first.
Build & Document
Work through 5 stages. GPS-tagged photos and live video at each phase.
Get Certified
Certificate, QR code, and PDF package issued automatically when all stages pass.
Inspection stages
The certification stages.
Plans — Plans Submission
Upload VIN documentation, floor plans, electrical plans, and plumbing plans. These must be approved before any build work begins.
Stage 1 — Trailer & Foundation
Document the trailer frame, VIN plate, axles, and subfloor with GPS-tagged photos and a live video walkaround.
Stage 2 — Framing & Dry-In
Photograph wall and roof framing, sheathing, weather barrier, and anchoring to the trailer while everything is still visible. Live video walkthrough required.
Stage 3 — Mechanical Rough-In
Document all electrical wiring and plumbing systems while fully visible. Live video walkthrough required.
Stage 4 — Insulation
Photograph insulation in walls, ceiling, and floor with vapor barrier. R-value documentation required.
Stage 5 — Final Inspection
Complete safety and compliance inspection. All outlets, fixtures, safety equipment, and exterior documented. Live video walkthrough required. Approval triggers certificate.
What inspectors review
What our inspectors look for.
CERTAFI inspectors are experienced construction professionals. They review your submitted photos, live video, plans, and documentation against the CERTAFI+ Enhanced Building Standard and referenced national standards (NFPA 1192, ANSI A119.5, NFPA 70 NEC 551/552).
When a stage needs a fix, the inspector explains exactly what to correct. You fix it, submit again — no extra charge. There's no limit on resubmissions.
GPS verification
Photos must be taken on-site. Location metadata is stored as part of the record.
Live video required
Key stages require live video recorded on your device camera — no gallery uploads.
Fast turnaround
Most stage approvals come back the same day. Certified in hours, not weeks.
Ready to start certifying?
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