Additional Commercial Inspector Resources: Low-Slope Roof Components Low-Slope Roof Construction and Failure Assignment of Responsibilities Commercial Property Inspection Technical Course (Live)
All buildings are capable of having an unlimited physical service life, but not an unlimited economic life. No other building system surpasses roofs as a source of litigation. Roofs may…
The complexities involved in adequately designing a roof for optimal long-term performance are reflected by the number of factors that a designer must consider, including: original construction and life-cycle (long-term)…
The following information is a general overview of basic and accessory low-slope roof components, their major design factors, functions, and common failures. The three main components of a low-slope roof…
Low-slope roofs were a late invention in building construction. This was mostly because steep-slope roofs exhibited superior water-shedding properties. Also, before industrialization, much of the manufacturing of goods was done…
This certificate states that you are a member in good standing and have met CCPIA’s membership requirements. For information about the membership requirements, visit Become a Certified Commercial Property Inspector.…
The Homeworthy Inspection System provides a robust commercial property inspection experience. Some of the inspection report templates that may be of interest to a commercial property inspector include: Construction Stage…
RS Means, brought to you by Gordian, provides accurate and up-to-date reference materials for construction standards, building maintenance schedules, and repair/replacement cost estimating data for different types of commercial buildings…
CCPIA Certification Requirements Join CCPIA as a member. Complete the Commercial Inspection Standards of Practice Course (online and included with membership). Complete the Commercial Inspection Code of Ethics Course (online and included with membership).…
About the Commercial Inspection Training This 3-day class reviews commercial property systems and related components, including the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structure and roofing, for the most commonly inspected commercial building…
Visit our Commercial Property Inspection Training Calendar to view upcoming classes held nationwide. This three-day, in-person class reviews commercial property systems and components, including the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structure and…
Cast-iron boilers are often found in residential applications and small commercial installations. These boilers are compact and function exclusively in low-pressure steam or hot-water applications. The physical size of a…