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Ensure Your Building's Safety and Compliance in the Sacramento Area


Expert Fire Escape Inspections in the Sacramento Area

At Great Escape Service and Inspection, we provide thorough inspections on all building appendages and certify your building, keeping it safe, in compliance, and protected. Serving the San Francisco Bay Area for over 35 years, our experienced team ensures every fire escape, stairway, balcony, and exterior structure meets evolving safety and structural standards.

Annual Fire Escape Maintenance

Section 604 Inspection

CA-SB721 & E3 LAW

CA-SB326

Reliable Inspections for Every Need

Whether you manage residential or commercial property, our wide range of inspection services in the Sacramento Area ensures your building stays compliant, secure, and structurally sound.

Great Escape Inspection Services

Annual Fire Escape Maintenance

Stay compliant with safety regulations and ensure peace of mind with our Annual Fire Escape Maintenance. Following CFC (California Fire Code) 1032.2.1.2 of the 2022 California Fire Code, we perform a thorough annual service & inspection to verify that all fire escapes and drop ladders are certified and in good working condition. We also ensure that all egress paths are clear, accessible, and free of obstruction - because safety should never be compromised. Click here to learn more.

5-Year Fire Escape & Load Test Inspection

In accordance with (IFC Section 1032.2.1.3), we conduct a visual and load test inspection every five years to verify the structural strength of fire escapes. These inspections are critical to ensuring your fire escapes can safely support the weight during an emergency evacuation. Click here to learn more.

CA-SB721/ E3 Inspection

Senate Bill 721 (CA SB721 / E3) mandates the inspection of balconies, decks, stairways, walkways, guardrails, handrails, and other wood-based exterior elements in multifamily residential buildings with three or more units every six years. At Great Escape Service and Inspection, we specialize in these required inspections, focusing on early damage detection, risk mitigation, and comprehensive compliance reporting. 

First inspection must be completed by January 1, 2026! Don’t miss the deadline, book now!

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CA-SB326/ E3 Inspection

California Senate Bill 326 (SB 326), like the CA-SB721, is a vital law aimed at ensuring the safety and structural integrity of all wood-based exterior elevated elements of properties managed by homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and condominiums. The law requires mandatory inspections by a structural engineer or architect of balconies, decks, stairways, walkways, and hand/guardrails or any wood-bearing external structures every 9 years to detect potential hazards and maintain building safety. As part of our comprehensive inspection, we specialize in detecting damage, risk prevention, and compliance reporting. 

The deadline passed. Book Now and get compliant!

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Great Escape CA SB 721 & 326 Inspection

The San Francisco Sec. 604 is only San Francisco

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The San Francisco Sec. 604 is only San Francisco 〰️

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Sacramento Area

Great Escape has served the San Francisco Bay Area since 1987. With decades of expertise, we help property owners maintain safety and confidently navigate building code requirements.

  • We inspect to ensure that all fire escape stairway, landing, and egress paths are clear, unobstructed and in good working order.

  • Fire escape stairways and balconies shall be examined for structural adequacy and safety in accordance with Section 1104.16.5 every 5 years, or as required by the local fire code official. An inspection report shall be submitted to the property owner, and depending on the county or municipality, a report must be submitted to the local fire department.

    We are proudly affiliated with the San Francisco Apartment Association and the Apartment Owners Association. Any members affiliated with these groups will receive a 10% discount.

  • We inspect all structures made from wood or wood-based appendages for water intrusion to ensure they are structurally sound.

  •  CA-SB326 (California Senate Bill 326) is legislation focused on improving the safety of exterior elevated elements in residential condominium buildings across California. These elements include balconies, decks, stair and walkway systems, and other structural components that are more than six feet above ground level. The law aims to prevent structural failures caused by rot, deterioration, or inadequate waterproofing.

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CONTACT US

Hours
Monday–Friday
8:30am–5pm

Saturday-Sunday
Closed

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