Introduction to Commercial Property Inspections

This three-day training class is a great fit for all experience levels. Those new to commercial property inspections will learn how to inspect commercial building systems and navigate the commercial real estate market. Experienced inspectors will find valuable takeaways to finetune their inspections and business practices. Students will also gain hands-on experience through a mock inspection of a local building.

Main topics and takeaways include:

• Pricing and bidding jobs.
• Creating proposals for potential jobs.
• Writing reports.
• Marketing strategies for the commercial real estate market.
• Following a commercial inspection standards of practice.
• Inspecting low-slope roofs.
• Inspecting HVAC equipment.
• Inspecting plumbing systems.
• Inspecting building structure and exteriors.
• Inspecting electrical systems.
• Inspecting life safety features.
• Inspecting commercial kitchens.
• Performing a mock inspection.
• Other tips for inspecting and getting business.

Students will receive a Certificate of Completion for completing this class. It is approved for InterNACHI^® and ICC continuing education. Please check our Continuing Education Approvals for specific continuing approvals for home inspector licenses.

Visit the Class Page for additional information, or visit the registration page below to reserve your spot today.

Preview the Mock Inspection

This hands-on inspection reinforces a systematic approach to assessing any commercial property, as well as this historical house of worship, allowing you to apply what you learned in class to real-world conditions.

Some of the inspection elements include:

• Low-slope and steep-slope roofs
• Roof and property drainage components
• HVAC equipment and controls
• Water heating equipment
• Structural components
• Restrooms and plumbing fixtures
• Interior finishes and layouts
• Exterior envelope and fenestration (i.e., windows, glazing, and doors)
• Site topography, parking areas, and exterior grading