About this video: Watch this video to learn how to inspect electrical baseboard heaters using CCPIA’s Electric Baseboard Heater Checklist. Electric baseboard heaters are zonal heaters controlled by thermostats located within each room. Baseboard heaters contain electric heating elements encased in metal pipes. The pipes, surrounded by aluminum fins to aid heat transfer, run the…
About this video: Watch this video to learn how to inspect a mini-split ductless heat pump using CCPIA’s mini-split unit inspection checklist. A mini-split heat pump is a source of heating and cooling in commercial spaces. It is also referred to as a ductless heat pump, since no ductwork is required to distribute the conditioned…
About this video: Watch this video to learn how to inspect a rooftop unit (RTU) and follow along using CCPIA’s Rooftop Unit Inspection Checklist. RTUs are commercial buildings’ most widely used heating and cooling units. It’s sometimes called a package unit, as all its components are contained in one unit. The video will review its…
About this video: Join Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a commercial heating and ventilation inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He inspects a packaged rooftop unit (unit), mini-split heat pumps, and electrical baseboard heaters. He also describes how to handle units found in the “off” position during inspections. Follow along using CCPIA’s Commercial…
About this video: Follow Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a commercial electrical inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He starts at the building’s exterior to identify and inspect the main electrical service. Then, he moves to the interior to assess the electrical equipment in the electrical room and discusses other electrical elements found…
About this video: Follow Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a life safety inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He looks at important features such as fire hydrants, building identification, fire alarms, pull stations, emergency lighting, and exit signs. He also discusses how to visualize the path of egress during an inspection to report…
About this video: Follow Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a kitchen/breakroom inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He addresses the similarities this portion of the inspection has to home inspections and discusses the key elements to inspect and report to commercial clients. Additional Resources for Commercial Property Inspections: Commercial Property Plumbing Inspection…
About This Video: Follow Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a commercial property plumbing inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He starts the inspection at the backflow preventer and discusses the varying locations for this device in commercial buildings. He also assesses piping, restroom fixtures, and a commercial water heater. Additional Resources for…
About this video: Follow Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a commercial property basement and foundation inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He assesses and describes the structural elements and looks for wood-to-soil contact, in addition to evidence of cracking and water penetration. Additional Resources for Commercial Property Inspectors: Bakery Inspection: Kitchen and…
About this video: Follow Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a commercial property roof inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He discusses important access and safety considerations and closely examines the condition of the roof covering, drainage components, roof-penetrating objects, flashing, and parapet walls. Additional Resources for Commercial Property Inspectors: Bakery Inspection: Kitchen…
About this video: Follow Rob Claus, CMI®, as he performs a commercial property exterior inspection at InterNACHI’s Pennsylvania House of Horrors®. He follows the flow of water in the parking area to report on drainage and topography and takes a close look at lighting, accessibility, parking, and the building’s exterior materials. Additional Commercial Property…
Here are some step-by-step instructions for handling calls from prospective clients. Think of it as a guide for landing business. It requires you to devote time and resources to your business protocols and marketing efforts to find success, such as: creating and distributing marketing collateral; building relationships; and knocking on doors. Consider this scenario: The…