When is the final inspection?
kol-LAU-do — stress the second syllable; 'au' is a clear diphthong.
Use this toward the end of a significant construction or installation project. Collaudo (final inspection/testing) is the formal verification that work meets agreed specifications and applicable standards.
Collaudo is the formal testing or inspection of completed work to certify it meets specifications and regulations. For electrical systems, collaudo is performed by the electrician and results in a dichiarazione di conformità (declaration of conformity — DICO). For structural works, a structural engineer's collaudo may be required. For gas systems, the installer certifies conformity.
Serve il collaudo statico per i lavori strutturali.
A static inspection is required for structural works.
Collaudo statico is a formal engineering verification for structural elements.
L'impianto elettrico ha bisogno della dichiarazione di conformità.
The electrical system needs a declaration of conformity.
DICO (Dichiarazione di Conformità) certifies electrical, plumbing, and gas systems are compliant.
Il collaudo è incluso nel preventivo?
Is the final inspection included in the quote?
Good question — some tradespeople charge separately for certification documents.
Italy's system of self-certification by qualified tradespeople (dichiarazione di conformità) was introduced to replace slow official inspections. The tradesperson certifies their own work meets standards, taking on personal legal responsibility. Insurance companies have driven higher standards by requiring these certificates before covering properties. The system largely works but is occasionally abused by unqualified workers producing false certificates.