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Quando si fa il collaudo?

When is the final inspection?

Pronunciation

kol-LAU-do — stress the second syllable; 'au' is a clear diphthong.

When to use it

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.

What it means

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.

Variations

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.

Mini Dialogue

— Ha finito di rifare l'impianto elettrico. Quando fa il collaudo? — Il collaudo si fa alla fine, quando tutti i lavori sono completi. — Mi darà la dichiarazione di conformità? — Sì, è obbligatoria. Gliene do una copia e una va al comune.

— You've finished redoing the electrical system. When is the final inspection? — The inspection is done at the end, when all works are complete. — Will you give me the declaration of conformity? — Yes, it's mandatory. I'll give you a copy and one goes to the municipality.

Cultural Note

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.