Balcony Inspections
A balcony can play a key role in many commercial properties. As a terrace, a balcony can be an extension of the living space that goes beyond the building into…
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Transitioning from Residential to Commercial Inspections: Starting Small
Commercial properties are diverse and range from small to large in square footage. They may feature complex industrial systems or simpler residential-style setups, but all are used for business purposes…
Transitioning from Residential to Commercial Inspections: Using Pricing as a Growth Tool
The transition from home inspections to commercial property inspections requires every tool in your tool bag. One such tool could be the effective use of certain pricing methods. A residential…
Fire Door Inspection Reporting: Tips and Tools
Fire door inspections are typically required on an annual basis. Building owners are generally responsible for ordering these inspections to ensure compliance and must maintain thorough documentation for review by…
Fire Doors: Locations, Types, and Inspection Guidelines for Buildings
Fire doors play an important role in fire protection and life safety in commercial buildings. They are designed and manufactured to compartmentalize smoke and flames to effectively prevent the rapid…
Cost to Remedy Report Basics
A cost to remedy report compiles estimates for suggested remedies based on the conditions observed during a commercial property inspection and documented in the inspection report. It helps clients determine…
Scaling Your Workforce: Hiring Contractors vs. Employees
Every business undergoes a natural evolution. As a property inspection business evolves from a single inspector handling residential jobs to also potentially offering commercial property inspections, a key decision arises:…
FAQ for Online Courses
How much are the online courses? All online courses are included with membership. You will instantly have access to our entire catalog of online courses as a member, with no…
Branding Considerations for Commercial Property Inspection Companies
Company branding refers to the unique identity and image of a business. It involves elements like logos, colors, taglines, marketing pieces, and the overall marketing strategy that collectively shapes how…
What Inspectors Should Know About Bowstring Trusses
Introduction Bowstring trusses are a distinctive architectural element that can add elegance and character to a building’s design. This style of truss features a horizontal bottom with a swooping arched…
Inspecting Multifamily Properties
Simply put, there are different inspection standards that exist for multifamily properties. A multifamily property is defined as any property that provides accommodation for more than one dwelling unit. Multifamily…
Roof System Overview: Steep-Slope vs. Low-Slope
The difference between the inspection of steep-slope roofs and low-slope roofs is mainly one of complexity. Learn how to identify and inspect low slope roof systems in the self paced…