Virtual inspections save time for citizens, contractors and county

MILTON — Santa Rosa County now offers virtual inspections for residents and contractors.

The service allows an inspector to remotely view a work site and perform an inspection using a webcam on a mobile device, with free applications like Skype and FaceTime.

Virtual services offered include:

●Re-inspections

●Window and door replacements

●Water heater replacements

●Site inspections

●HVAC change-outs

●Water line inspections

●Insulation inspections

●Voluntary code compliance

These items are necessary to conduct a virtual inspection:

●Internet access

●Portable device with a webcam, such as an iPad, iPhone, smart phone or tablet

●Skype or FaceTime downloaded onto the device

●Tape measure

●Flashlight

When your work is ready to be inspected, call Development Services, 981-7000, to schedule an appointment.

For more information, contact Santa Rosa County Development Services, 6051 Old Bagdad Highway, Suite 202 in Milton or developmentservices@santarosa.fl.gov.

This article originally appeared on Santa Rosa Press Gazette: Virtual inspections save time for citizens, contractors and county