I am a Building Mechanical Inspector with the City of Los Angeles. A Building Mechanical Inspector inspects residential construction of two dwelling units or less, accessory buildings, signs and swimming pools to secure conformance to zoning ordinances, building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and approved plans, specifications and standards; investigates all complaints and alleged code violations on all buildings; conducts surveys to identify blight, deterioration, and substandard conditions; issues appropriate orders to comply and citations; and assists in training other inspection employees as required.I was in the construction industry for over ten years, having owned my own home improvement company. Woods Home Improvements worked in both the residential and commercial sectors. I opened a home inspection company, Woods Home Inspections. I was co-owner of a flooring franchise called Floor Coverings International. Prior to that, I was Plant Manager for the J.A. Dedouch Co. in Oak Park, IL.