The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a virtual gathering for commercial property inspection professionals. The meeting is open to all and offers a platform for professionals to engage in…
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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…
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Members of CCPIA receive free custom marketing videos with their membership. There are two custom marketing video options available that promote your certification and services. The videos will have the…
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The difference between the inspection of steep-slope roofs and low-slope roofs is mainly one of complexity. Steep-Slope: Typical Construction Steep-slope construction is generally as follows, starting with the roof support…
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About this video: When inspecting a commercial property, a key aspect to consider is overhanging vegetation. Although commercial buildings surrounded by trees and foliage may enhance aesthetic appeal, overhanging branches…
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Every commercial building system and component has an estimated life expectancy—the expected number of years it will remain operational or useful until it needs to be replaced or requires maintenance.…
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Building a commercial property inspection business takes time, effort, and money. Being able to sell commercial property inspections is at the heart of running a business. However, selling this type…
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The move between residential and commercial inspection, on paper, can look like a monumental leap, but is it really? Before considering the move between residential and commercial property inspections, there…
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About this video: Standing water on a flat roof for an extended period of time can be detrimental to a commercial property. Check out this quick tip to learn when…
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The Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) has approved continuing education courses for the Tennessee Home Inspector Licensing Program. The courses approved by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance…
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The Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) has applied for an IDFPR Continuing Education Provider License. License #: Approval Date: Expiration Date: How many continuing education hours do Illinois inspectors…
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BOULDER, Colo. (Aug. 15, 2023) — The Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association – CCPIA – is pleased to welcome CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector Lance Coffman as its newest instructor. Lance,…
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This two-day, in-person class will teach students how to create cost-to-cure reports. You will walk away with a trained eye for identifying and communicating property conditions, as well as the…
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About this video: A ballasted EPDM roof is a roofing system commonly used for commercial buildings and high-end residential properties. The EPDM membrane is covered with ballast, usually rounded river…
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BOULDER, Colo. (July 31, 2023) – We are excited to announce the release of our new “CCPIA-Certified Commercial Property Inspector” logo, exclusively for certified members. If you’ve met the certification…
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Based on over 18 years serving InterNACHI members Heartland Payment Systems has put together an incredible package of benefits for CCPIA. They take pride in being Entrepreneurs Respectfully Serving Entrepreneurs…
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Goal The goal of this course is to teach students how to inspect for life safety in commercial buildings, with a focus on assessing the means of egress and its…
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CCPIA’s Life Safety Inspection Course teaches students how to perform a life safety inspection on commercial buildings, including those with residential occupancy. This comprehensive fire and life safety training covers…
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The Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) has been approved as a Continuing Education provider for licensed inspectors in Texas. Here is our TREC Approved Continuing Education (CE) Provider information:…
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About this video: This video reviews the main items that an inspector should assess when approaching a property. The ComSOP inspection requirements include the following regarding exterior life safety: Inspection…
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About this video: Exit signs and emergency lighting are crucial components in a building’s life safety system. They provide a guided egress path during emergencies, like as a fire or…
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About this video: This video helps inspectors gain a clear understanding of corridors for the life safety portion of a commercial property inspection. It starts with a definition. A corridor…
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About this video: This video demonstrates how to perform a stairway inspection for occupant life safety. The inspection of steps, stairs, and handrails are covered throughout the ComSOP, including sections…
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About this video: Inspectors should be familiar with two types of doors along the means of egress: exit doors and fire doors. This video provides an overview of how to…
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About this video: This video helps inspectors gain a clear understanding means of egress concepts for the life safety portion of a commercial property inspection. It starts with a definition.…
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