Dry Cleaners for Commercial Inspectors
Dry cleaning is a method by which clothes and fabrics are cleaned with liquid solvent rather than water. Although this method offers certain advantages over standard “wet” cleaning, commercial dry…
Deep Fryer Inspection
A deep fryer, also known as a deep-fat fryer (or frier), is a kitchen appliance used for deep frying. While commonly used in commercial kitchens, smaller household models are now…
Resources for Creating Your Team of Specialty Consultants
No one person has all the technical knowledge to perform every commercial inspection single-handedly. Many commercial inspection projects simply demand that a number of experts and specialists be contracted to…
Cost Segregation Studies for Commercial Properties
Commercial property inspectors, as well as investors who have recently acquired or are building a commercial property, should know about the advantages of having a cost segregation study (or CSS)…
Commercial Water Towers
Water towers are large, elevated water storage containers designed to hold a water supply at a height sufficient to pressurize a water distribution system. How They Work The height of…
Commercial Real Estate Terms Inspectors Should Know
For commercial property inspectors, mastering the language of the industry is crucial for success. Knowing key terms and definitions helps improve communication with potential clients, offers insights into the transaction…
Commercial Property: Buy or Rent?
So, you’ve moved your business from your home into a retail or commercial space, but now you’re stuck paying rent. Frustrating as it may seem, it may be in your…
Commercial Office Checklist
Once you’ve made the decision to move your home office into a commercial space (and have already secured a location – see our other article on Renting Versus Buying), you’ll need…
Commercial and Home Inspector Safety: Carcinogens on the Job
Commercial and residential inspectors know that facing potential dangers in the course of their inspections is an inherent risk of the job. In addition to wearing the appropriate personal protective…
Building Permits
What is a building permit? A building permit is a permit required for new construction or renovations to existing structures. Local municipalities issue building permits for work that could affect…
Barn Inspection
A barn is an agricultural building, typically located on a ranch or farm (or former ranch or farm), and used for a variety of purposes, including: the storage of farming…
Baghouse Inspection
A baghouse, or fabric collector, is the generic name for an air pollution-control device designed to filter dust and other fine particles from contaminated air in commercial and industrial facilities.…