Going Commercial: Moving the Office Out of the Home
As a residential property inspector, you may have run your business out of your home for years, using a space or room dedicated to your business activities. Much of your…
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Firestops
A firestop is a passive fire-protection method designed to diminish the opportunity for fire to spread through unprotected openings in a rated firewall. Such openings are found around the perimeter…
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Inspection
Fire extinguishers are devices commonly found indoors and are used to douse fire and prevent its spread. They are small metal canisters that contain compressed gas (usually nitrogen) that, when…
Fire Alarm Systems
Fire alarm systems are designed to protect people and their property from fire and smoke, but they cannot be relied upon unless they are routinely inspected by professionals. Regular inspection…
Inspecting EPDM
EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) is a synthetic rubber membrane with elastic properties commonly used to cover low-slope roofs on both residential homes and commercial structures. Its manufacture includes the use…
Dust Inspection
Dust is a general name for solid, airborne particles. While most types of dust are relatively harmless, they can sometimes cause sickness or even fuel a fire. Large dust particles are typically…
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…
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 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…