Our Services

API (American Petroleum Institute) standards define the inspection requirements for oil and gas equipment throughout its lifecycle. 1898 Inspection Services provides inspection support aligned with API 510, 570, 653, and 1169 — covering pressure vessels, piping systems, aboveground storage tanks, and pipeline construction. Proper API inspection documentation protects operators from regulatory exposure and ensures equipment is fit for continued service.

Construction inspection support ensures that oil and gas facilities, pipelines, and infrastructure are built to specification from the ground up. 1898 Inspection Services provides eyes on the ground throughout the construction process — verifying materials, workmanship, and compliance with project drawings and applicable codes. Early identification of non-conformances prevents costly rework and schedule delays.

Chief inspection support provides senior-level oversight and coordination across complex, multi-discipline inspection programs. This service is suited for large construction projects, turnarounds, or operations requiring a single point of accountability for all inspection activities. 1898 Inspection Services coordinates inspection personnel, manages documentation workflows, and interfaces directly with project management and operations teams.

Civil inspection support covers earthwork, foundations, concrete, and structural elements associated with oil and gas facility construction. Proper civil inspection ensures that the ground-level infrastructure supporting tanks, vessels, compressors, and processing equipment meets design specifications and geotechnical requirements. 1898 Inspection Services documents civil work from site preparation through final grading and paving.

Cathodic protection (CP) is the primary method used to prevent corrosion on buried and submerged pipelines, tanks, and structures. 1898 Inspection Services provides field observations during CP system installation and periodic surveys — documenting anode placement, rectifier settings, pipe-to-soil potential readings, and system performance. Accurate CP documentation is required for regulatory compliance and long-term asset integrity.

Environmental site observations document site conditions, spill prevention measures, and regulatory compliance throughout oil and gas operations. 1898 Inspection Services provides objective field documentation of environmental controls — including secondary containment, spill response equipment, and waste management practices. This documentation supports operator compliance programs and provides a defensible record in the event of regulatory review.

Instrumentation and electrical (I&E) inspection support covers the installation, calibration, and commissioning of measurement, control, and electrical systems in oil and gas facilities. 1898 Inspection Services provides observation and documentation for I&E work — verifying that instruments, control panels, junction boxes, and electrical equipment are installed per design specifications and applicable electrical codes.

NACE coating inspection support ensures that protective coatings are applied correctly and will perform as designed over the life of the asset. 1898 Inspection Services provides observation and documentation throughout the coating process — from surface preparation through final inspection — verifying that surface cleanliness, profile, application thickness, and cure meet specification requirements. Proper coating documentation is essential for warranty compliance and long-term corrosion protection.

Material proving and integrity reporting verifies that pipe, fittings, valves, and other pressure-containing components meet the material specifications required for safe operation. 1898 Inspection Services documents material heat numbers, wall thickness measurements, and dimensional checks — creating a traceable record that links installed materials to their mill certifications. This documentation is critical for regulatory compliance and future integrity assessments.

Project management support provides operators and contractors with the field-level coordination and documentation needed to keep projects on schedule and within budget. 1898 Inspection Services assists project managers with daily reporting, contractor performance monitoring, schedule tracking, and issue resolution — providing the ground-level visibility that office-based project managers depend on to make informed decisions.

Production facility consulting provides operators with independent assessment and advisory support for surface production equipment — including separators, treaters, compressors, pumps, and measurement systems. 1898 Inspection Services draws on field experience to identify operational inefficiencies, maintenance gaps, and integrity risks, providing operators with actionable recommendations to improve production reliability and reduce operating costs.

Quality control observations provide systematic verification that construction, fabrication, and installation work meets the applicable codes, standards, and project specifications. 1898 Inspection Services documents QC hold points, witness points, and review points throughout the project lifecycle — creating an auditable quality record that demonstrates due diligence and supports regulatory compliance. QC documentation also provides a baseline for future integrity assessments.

Safety inspection support provides independent observation and documentation of safety practices, hazard conditions, and regulatory compliance on oil and gas worksites. 1898 Inspection Services conducts safety walkthroughs, documents unsafe acts and conditions, and supports safety program implementation — providing operators and contractors with the field-level safety oversight needed to protect workers and avoid incidents.

Tank inspection support covers aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) used in oil and gas production, gathering, and terminal operations. 1898 Inspection Services provides inspection support aligned with API 653 — documenting tank shell condition, floor integrity, roof condition, appurtenances, and foundation. Proper tank inspection documentation supports regulatory compliance, insurance requirements, and fitness-for-service determinations.

Utility inspection support covers the installation of water, gas, electrical, and communication utilities associated with oil and gas facility construction. 1898 Inspection Services provides observation and documentation for utility installation — verifying burial depth, bedding material, pipe material, and backfill compaction. Proper utility documentation prevents future conflicts and supports facility maintenance programs.

Welding inspection support ensures that welds meet the quality requirements of applicable codes — including API 1104, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.8, and AWS D1.1. 1898 Inspection Services provides observation and documentation throughout the welding process — from welder qualification and procedure review through fit-up, in-process inspection, and final visual examination. Thorough welding documentation is essential for pipeline integrity and pressure system safety.