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Board approves inspections, scoping and final closeout steps for Bath County school renovations
Summary
The Bath County Board of Education approved final special inspections for the high school HVAC project, an asbestos core-sampling evaluation for the middle-school roof and awarded a piping-scoping contract (Pipe Eyes LLC) for the middle-school renovation; board discussed cost, warranty and change‑order risks.
The Bath County Board of Education on Aug. 25 approved multiple construction-related actions tied to the Bath County High School and Bath County Middle School renovations, including final special-inspection services for the high-school HVAC project, asbestos core sampling for the middle-school roof, and a piping‑scoping contract for the middle‑school.
Board members heard a closeout update on the high‑school work, with project staff reporting owner training on HVAC equipment, a restarted rooftop Unit No. 2 after adjustments, outstanding punch‑list items in the gym and ongoing closeout paperwork and warranties. Staff said a compressor delivery date for Unit No. 3 remains unknown and that closeout documentation and warranties remain in progress.
On the middle-school project, staff said a prior abatement survey by Airsource Technology did not inspect two attic spaces (the gym and an asphalt‑shingle section) nor perform roof cores. Project staff said that missing attic inspection could change the district’s approach if asbestos is found (options include encapsulation or removing to the deck). The board approved an asbestos core‑sampling evaluation for the middle‑school roof to determine the proper remedy.
The board also approved contracting Pipe Eyes LLC to perform plumbing/piping camera scoping at Bath County Middle School (project BG25‑084). Staff described the scope as a camera inspection of sanitary and storm lines to confirm how much underground or under‑slab piping must be replaced. The presenter said the service costs $13,801.50 and "gives you peace of mind" and a more accurate bid quantity to reduce later change orders; opponents questioned paying the fee and called it a gamble to save money up front.
Staff further reported that a final invoice for special inspection services on the high‑school HVAC renovation (BG22‑376) was significantly lower than budgeted allowances; the board approved the final inspection payment. Project staff also acknowledged color and installation concerns with a large vinyl graphic in the high‑school gym lobby and said replacement may require full panel removal and reprinting ahead of a scheduled one‑year walk‑through.
Votes at a glance: the board approved final special inspection services for BG22‑376, authorized asbestos core sampling for the middle school roof, and awarded the Pipe Eyes LLC plumbing/piping scoping contract for BG25‑084 (voice votes; motions carried).
