Commercial Outbuilding Inspection Considerations
An outbuilding is a detached, accessory structure located on the same parcel as a main building. It provides supplemental space for storage, services, or operations and is not intended for…
Inspecting an Outbuilding
Learn about the key inspection and reporting considerations for outbuildings. Below are key highlights, expanded topics, and additional training resources. An outbuilding is defined as a detached, accessory structure that…
Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable #27: Turning 2025 Proposal Data into 2026 Strategy
A free monthly virtual meeting for inspectors nationwide to exchange ideas, discuss business development strategies, and explore industry opportunities. Open to all—join the next one! Visit the Commercial Property Inspection…
Commercial Retaining Walls and Sunken Areas
Video Overview Learn about two common retaining wall applications, including standard grade separation and below-grade stairways. There were multiple retaining walls at the recreational facility shown in the video. Some…
Inspecting Retaining Walls at Commercial Properties
During commercial property inspections, retaining walls are often found at parking lots, along property boundaries, and where changes in site elevation create access to lower levels. Some walls serve only…
Email and Direct-Mail Marketing for Commercial Property Inspectors
This article provides an overview of marketing strategies for commercial property inspectors, with a focus on email and targeted direct-mail outreach. It reviews key considerations, options, and examples for implementing…
Applying CoStar Data in Commercial Property Inspection Workflows and Business Development
In this article, we review how the commercial real estate property insights platform CoStar can help inspectors improve workflow and client communication, and how continued use can turn a single…
How Chillers and Cooling Towers Work Together
Learn how a chiller and cooling tower work in tandem at a large recreational facility. Below are key highlights, expanded topics, and additional training resources. Chillers and cooling towers work…
Building Your Business Ep. 29: Understanding SEO with Paige Wiese
Building Your Business with CCPIA® is a monthly video and podcast series featuring leading voices in the commercial property inspection industry. Each episode delivers insight and guidance while breaking down…
Variable Air Volume (VAV) Boxes in Commercial Buildings
Learn how Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems are designed to operate in commercial buildings. Below are key highlights, expanded topics, and additional training resources. Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes are…
How Air Handling Units (AHU) Work
Video Overview Learn how air handling units are designed to operate and view a cooling-type unit at a recreational facility. An air handling unit (AHU) takes outside air, filters it,…
Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting #26: CoStar for ROI-Driven Business Development
A free monthly virtual meeting for inspectors nationwide to exchange ideas, discuss business development strategies, and explore industry opportunities. Open to all—join the next one! Visit the Commercial Property Inspection…