Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association

Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable #31: OREP + CCPIA® Exclusive Insurance Policy
2026-05-12 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Online Meetup:, Zoom
Free, open to all. Monthly virtual meeting for new and experienced inspectors. No slides, just inspectors helping inspectors. OREP and CCPIA® have developed an exclusive insurance policy for CCPIA® members. This month, OREP will join our roundtable meeting for a live overview and Q&A covering the first insurance policy created specifically for commercial property inspection work.
Key highlights include no square footage limits, broad coverage for commercial property types, including restaurants, office buildings, retail spaces, light industrial properties, and more. The policy also includes free attorney-led pre-claim assistance and up to $100,000 in defense coverage for nuisance claims. In addition, the policy provides coverage for cost to remedy services and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments. The policy is set to launch on April 1st, 2026.
Join the Zoom meeting to learn more about commercial property inspection insurance coverage, ask questions, and understand how this new policy differs from policies designed primarily for home inspectors.
No CCPIA® membership is required. To attend, please pre-register using the link below.
Special Guests
Leading the conversation will be Isaac Peck, Senior Broker at OREP Insurance, who spearheaded the development of this policy. Isaac also coordinates many inspector pre-claims alongside Geoff Binney, is a longtime publisher and contributor to Working RE Home Inspector Magazine, and is a nationally recognized speaker on risk management and liability.
Also joining the call are Adam Merrifield, Head of Business Development, and Gina Hood, Senior Agent, who will be fielding the majority of member inquiries going forward.

Special Guests: Isaac Peck, Adam Merrifield, and Gina Hood, OREP Insurance
Meeting Focus: Live Q&A on the new exclusive OREP + CCPIA commercial inspection policy and what sets it apart from standard E&O coverage.

Registration
To attend, please pre-register using the link below. Your confirmation email will contain the Zoom meeting access link. Free and open to all. No CCPIA® membership is required. Register

Commercial Workshop at NC Inspector Conference
2026-05-16 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Concord Convention Center, 5400 John Q. Hammons Dr, Concord, 28027, United States
Join CCPIA® at the InterNACHI® Home Inspector Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina. CCPIA® will present a workshop about commercial property inspections and will have a booth at the event. Stop by the booth to meet the team, learn about upcoming training, and take advantage of special training discounts. Attend the commercial workshop led by Rob Claus of the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association®. The Commercial Workshop, Five Steps for Getting Commercial Property Inspection Jobs, will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM and will cover how commercial inspection referrals differ from residential work and the steps needed to start securing commercial inspection jobs. This session will discuss branding, marketing, proposals, and presenting yourself to prospective clients.
Click the button below to register and learn about the hotel discount, conference state approvals, and other attendee info. Register Now

Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable #32: Let’s Talk Commercial, Open Floor Discussion
2026-06-09 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Online Meetup:, Zoom
Free, open to all. Monthly virtual meeting for new and experienced inspectors. No slides, just inspectors helping inspectors.
About the Roundtable
The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a monthly meeting hosted by CCPIA® for inspectors across the nation to gather and discuss business development opportunities and strategies. Join the virtual meeting to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and stay current in commercial property inspections.
The meeting features open-floor discussions, and we sometimes prepare conversation topics in advance, along with resources and tips to share. Come prepared with something you’d like to discuss or tune in for a great conversation!
June’s Focus
This month is an open-floor discussion where inspectors can share how things are going and discuss what they’re seeing in commercial property inspections. This session is valuable for both new and experienced inspectors looking to exchange insights and perspectives. Bring your questions, share recent milestones or interesting field stories, or just tune in and listen.

Host: Rob Claus, CCPIA® Director of Education and Lead Instructor
Location: Live on Zoom. Join from anywhere.
Who Should Attend: Inspectors performing commercial property inspections or those considering getting into the field.

Registration
To attend, please pre-register using the link below. Your confirmation email will contain the Zoom meeting access link. Free and open to all. No CCPIA® membership is required. Register

Introduction to Commercial Property Inspections
2026-06-17 08:00 - 2026-06-19 17:00 (America/New_York) | Casa Training Academy, 219 N Hayne St, Monroe, NC, 28112, United States
Want to learn how to inspect commercial buildings and win jobs with confidence? From essential business and workflow practices to inspecting roofs, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, exteriors and sites, life safety elements, and commercial kitchens, we’ll cover it all. Plus, you’ll gain hands-on experience inspecting a local building.
Join us in North Carolina for the class that has helped hundreds launch their commercial property inspection journey, build lasting careers, and gain hands-on experience. Great fit for all experience levels.
Those new to commercial property inspections will learn how to inspect commercial building systems and navigate the commercial real estate market. Experienced inspectors will find valuable takeaways to fine-tune their inspections and business practices. This class is hosted in partnership with Casa Training Academy, a CCPIA® Partner School.
Key Topics and Takeaways
Over the course of three days, you’ll learn how to:

Optimize your pre-inspection workflow, such as pricing, proposals, and other methodologies
Inspect commercial building systems and identify their common deficiencies
Apply essential inspection safety and efficiency fundamentals

Key topics and takeaways include:

Pricing and bidding jobs
Creating proposals for potential clients
Writing reports
Converting more leads to clients
Marketing strategies for the commercial real estate market
Low-slope roof inspections
HVAC system inspections
Plumbing system inspections
Structural and exterior inspections
Electrical system inspections
Life safety inspections
Commercial kitchen inspections
A full mock inspection of a historic building
Practical tips for inspecting and getting business

After class on June 18th, a happy hour at the brewery next door to the training venue is scheduled for students to further network with classmates and the instructor. The first drink is on us! Happy hour will be held at Americana Beer Company at 5 PM. Approved for state-licensed home inspector continuing education in Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Oregon, and Illinois. Students will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the class. It’s also approved for InterNACHI® and ICC continuing education. Please check our Continuing Education Approvals for specific continuing approvals for home inspector licenses. Three-full days of training, including a mock inspection and catered lunch. You’ll also receive a training certificate and access to this event’s online portal containing optional prep materials.

Date: June 17-19, 2026
Time: 8 AM to 5 PM ET each day
Location: Casa Training Academy in Monroe, NC
Registration: $1,350

Travel & Lodging

GPS Directions: Map to the Secrest Building at 219 North Hayne St, Monroe, NC 28112. Look for the alcove next to the building entrance. Enter the alcove to the right of this address and go up the stairs to Office 218. Refer to your confirmation email for additional details.
Parking: Free parking is available on the street or in nearby parking lots.
Nearby Airports: About 40 minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

This is a small class, so hotel discounts or group rates are not available. You’ll find plenty of lodging options by searching near the venue.

Cost to Remedy Field Training
2026-07-09 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | American Legion Building, Chicagoland Area, IL, United States
What to Expect
Gain hands-on experience inspecting a commercial building and drafting a cost to remedy report from your own findings. You’ll complete a cost to remedy service from start to finish, including:

Perform an inspection
Gather key information during the inspection for the cost to remedy report
Classify observed conditions as repair, replacement, or maintenance items
Determine suggested remedies for observed deficiencies
Use cost data sources to calculate repair and replacement costs
Draft a cost to remedy report

You’ll walk away with the final cost to remedy report from the event venue inspection, including immediate costs and a reserve table projecting short-, mid-, and long-term costs. Ask questions throughout the training and get answers to situations you may encounter when offering this service on your own. This training features an event venue with two banquet halls and two commercial kitchens. You’ll inspect the interior and exterior areas, including the building envelope, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, well and septic, parking areas, fire and life safety features, and more. The focus of the mock inspection is identifying conditions for the cost to remedy report and gathering key information, such as unit or equipment specifications and measurements.
You’ll also learn how to set the service scope with the client, market and communicate this service to potential clients, and update proposals and agreements for liability protection. Altogether, this gives you the step-by-step process to expand your commercial property inspection services and start offering cost to remedy with confidence. Registration includes a full day of hands-on training, catered lunch, a training certificate, and take-home reference materials. Many of these are used during the training, including report templates, estimating spreadsheets, a coursebook PDF, and workflow guides.

Date: July 9, 2026
Time: 9 AM to 4 PM CDT
Location: Chicagoland Area, IL
Registration: $775

Travel Details

Address: American Legion 18, 15052 Archer Ave, Lockport, IL 60441
Parking: Free parking at the building’s lot
Nearby Airports: Approx. 35 minutes from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and O’Hare International Airport (ORD)

This is a small class, so hotel discounts or group rates are not available. You’ll find plenty of lodging options by searching near the venue.

Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable #33: Inspection and Reporting Efficiencies
2026-08-11 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Online Meetup:, Zoom
Free, open to all. Monthly virtual meeting for new and experienced inspectors. No slides, just inspectors helping inspectors.
About the Roundtable
The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a monthly meeting hosted by CCPIA® for inspectors across the nation to gather and discuss business development opportunities and strategies. Join the virtual meeting to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and stay current in commercial property inspections.
The meeting features open-floor discussions, and we sometimes prepare conversation topics in advance, along with resources and tips to share. Come prepared with something you’d like to discuss or tune in for a great conversation!
August’s Focus
How long are you spending inspecting a property, and how long does it take you to complete the report? Does it vary by property or client type? This month’s conversation focuses on inspection and report-writing efficiency. Whether you’re new to the industry or have years of experience, it’s an opportunity to exchange insights and compare where you stand. Learn how efficiency impacts inspection fees and profitability, discuss strategies for improvement, share what’s working for you, or simply join the meeting in to listen.

Host: Rob Claus, CCPIA® Director of Education and Lead Instructor
Location: Live on Zoom. Join from anywhere.
Who Should Attend: Inspectors performing commercial property inspections or those considering getting into the field.

Registration
To attend, please pre-register using the link below. Your confirmation email will contain the Zoom meeting access link. Free and open to all. No CCPIA® membership is required. Register

Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable #34: Breaking Down Barriers
2026-09-08 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Online Meetup:, Zoom
Free, open to all. Monthly virtual meeting for new and experienced inspectors. No slides, just inspectors helping inspectors.
About the Roundtable
The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a monthly meeting hosted by CCPIA® for inspectors across the nation to gather and discuss business development opportunities and strategies. Join the virtual meeting to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and stay current in commercial property inspections.
The meeting features open-floor discussions, and we sometimes prepare conversation topics in advance, along with resources and tips to share. Come prepared with something you’d like to discuss or tune in for a great conversation!
September’s Focus
Breaking into new markets, building trust with potential clients and knowing where the next referral will come from are some of the most challenging aspects of growing a commercial inspection business. This month’s conversation focuses on those barriers and the strategies that help move past them. Learn how others have approached the referral process, discover new ways to connect with the right clients, share what is working for you, or simply join the meeting to listen.

Host: Rob Claus, CCPIA® Director of Education and Lead Instructor
Location: Live on Zoom. Join from anywhere.
Who Should Attend: Inspectors performing commercial property inspections or those considering getting into the field.

To attend, please pre-register using the link below. Your confirmation email will contain the Zoom meeting access link. Free and open to all. No CCPIA® membership is required.

Inspecting Commercial Building Systems Fast-Track Course
2026-09-16 07:30 - 2026-09-18 11:00 (America/Denver) | Online Training:, Zoom
Learn how to inspect commercial buildings in three live, half-day Zoom sessions. From knowing what to expect across different property types to identifying common deficiencies, we’ll cover the systems, equipment, and related features so you can approach every inspection safely and confidently.

Supports your path toward CCPIA® Certification
Understand common deficiencies and build efficient workflows
Gain confidence inspecting all commercial building types

How This Course Helps You
Commercial buildings contain a wide range of systems that operate differently from residential properties and serve a broader purpose of keeping operations running and protecting your client’s financial investment. This course breaks down each major building system and shows you how to inspect them safely, recognize defects, and form opinions about property conditions. You’ll start by understanding different building types and what to expect from the systems within them. From there, you’ll learn how to plan and route your inspection, document findings efficiently, and apply a consistent approach across all property types. This course walks you through each system included in the ComSOP that is most commonly found in commercial buildings, covering:

How each system operates
The key components to identify
How to inspect each system using safe, best-practice procedures
The deficiencies most commonly reported during inspections

By the end of the course, you’ll have the foundational knowledge to inspect commercial buildings and become a certified commercial property inspector and advance your inspection career. The systems and components covered include low-slope roofing, building exterior, wood decks and balconies, basement, foundation, and crawlspace, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fireplaces, attic ventilation and insulation, doors, windows, and interior, fire and life safety, and cooking area. Registration includes three half-day Zoom sessions, a training certificate, and access to this event’s online training portal with optional prep materials.

Date: September 16-18, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM MST each day
Registration: $575

Commercial Property Inspection Field Training
2026-09-22 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Bay View Community Center, 1320 E Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Join us for a full day of hands-on training inspecting a community center in Milwaukee! You’ll complete a full inspection and work through real-world scenarios to build confidence for your future inspections. This field training provides context for building systems and property conditions, including inspection scope, how systems works, and common deficiencies. It also covers essential safety, efficiency, and reporting practices.
Throughout, you’ll learn how commercial property inspections differ from residential. Commercial buildings have distinct construction and design requirements, are often open to the public, and involve varying occupancy and use. They are also typically income-generating assets, which shapes what is inspected, how findings are reported, and the purpose of the inspection.
Community Center Inspection
Built in 1956, the community center was renovated in 2023 to include a commercial kitchen. Additional features include event and common areas, childcare spaces, and offices. You’ll assess the property’s condition, and learn about the systems and deficiencies present, including the:

Commercial kitchen
Low-slope roof and curved roof
Rooftop packaged units and other HVAC equipment
Electrical, plumbing and fuel gas systems
Photovoltaic (PV) system
Historic structure and outbuildings
Building envelope
Exterior areas and drainage
Means of egress
Fire and life systems components
Accessibility barriers

Registration includes a full-day of hands-on training, catered lunch, a training certificate, and access to an online training portal with optional prep materials.

Date: September 22, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM CDT
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Registration: $375

Travel Details

Venue: Bay View Community Center, 1320 E Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Parking: Free street parking on Oklahoma Avenue and Nevada Street
Nearby Airports: Approx. 10 minutes from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

This is a small-size class, so hotel deals or group codes aren’t available. You’ll find various lodging options by searching near the venue.

InterNACHI® Women's Chapter Networking Event
2026-10-02 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | InterNACHI® Headquarters & House of Horrors®, 4635 Nautilus Ct S, Boulder, CO, 80301, United States
CCPIA® is honored to participate in InterNACHI’s Women’s Chapter Live Networking Event at the House of Horrors® in Boulder, Colorado, on October 2, 2026.
This event provides an opportunity for women in the inspection industry to connect, exchange ideas, and expand their professional network. Featured activities include expert speakers, vendor exhibits, House of Horrors® tours, tool demonstrations, and networking opportunities with fellow industry professionals. CCPIA’s women leadership team will be in attendance to share insights and answer questions for residential inspectors interested in adding commercial property inspections to their services. CCPIA® will also be donating training and merch as raffle prizes.
A special second day of activities is also planned to continue the conversation and foster additional networking opportunities. Learn more by clicking the registration button below. This event is exclusively for women in the inspection industry. Space is limited to 100 guests. Early-bird registration is $79 (increases to $129 on August 15). Browse hotel discounts near the Boulder House of Horrors®.

Introduction to Commercial Property Inspections
2026-10-07 08:00 - 2026-10-09 17:00 (America/Denver) | InterNACHI® Headquarters & House of Horrors®, 4635 Nautilus Ct S, Boulder, CO, 80301, United States
Join us in Colorado for the class that has helped hundreds break into commercial property inspections, build lasting careers, and gain real field experience. It’s a strong fit for all experience levels.
From essential business and workflow practices to assessing property conditions, this class covers it all. You’ll also gain hands-on experience inspecting a local building. Those new to commercial inspections will learn how to inspect building systems and understand the commercial real estate landscape. Experienced inspectors will walk away with practical insights to refine their inspections and business approach.
An optional happy hour takes place after the second day of class for students to network. Representatives from CoStar and OREP Insurance will also be in attendance. Learn how CoStar can assist with pricing, proposals, and finding clients, and get details about the exclusive CCPIA® E&O and General Liability insurance policy through OREP.
Approved for state-licensed home inspector continuing education in FL, TX, TN, OR, and IL. It’s also approved for InterNACHI® and ICC continuing education.
Key Topics and Takeaways
Over the course of three days, you’ll learn how to:

Optimize your pre-inspection workflow, such as pricing, proposals, and other methodologies
Inspect commercial building systems and identify their common deficiencies
Apply essential inspection safety and efficiency fundamentals

Additional topics include:

Pricing and bidding jobs
Creating proposals for potential clients
Writing reports
Converting more leads to clients
Marketing strategies for the commercial real estate market
Low-slope roof inspections
HVAC system inspections
Plumbing system inspections
Structural and exterior inspections
Electrical system inspections
Life safety inspections
Commercial kitchen inspections
A full mock inspection
Practical tips for inspecting and getting business

Three-full days of training, including a mock inspection and catered lunch. You’ll also receive a training certificate and access to this event’s online portal containing optional prep materials.

Date: October 7-9, 2026
Time: 8 AM to 5 PM MST each day
Location: InterNACHI® HQ and House of Horrors in Boulder, CO
Registration: $1,350

Travel & Lodging

Address: InterNACHI® HQ, 4636 Nautilus Court South, Suite C Boulder, CO 80301)
Parking: Free parking is available in the property’s lot
Nearby Airports: About 40 minutes from Denver International Airport (DEN)
Hotel deals: Refer to the House of Horrors website for recommended lodging

Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable #35: Sales Strategies
2026-10-13 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Online Meetup:, Zoom
Free, open to all. Monthly virtual meeting for new and experienced inspectors. No slides, just inspectors helping inspectors.
About the Roundtable
The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a monthly meeting hosted by CCPIA® for inspectors across the nation to gather and discuss business development opportunities and strategies. Join the virtual meeting to connect with fellow professionals, share insights, and stay current in commercial property inspections.
The meeting features open-floor discussions, and we sometimes prepare conversation topics in advance, along with resources and tips to share. Come prepared with something you’d like to discuss or tune in for a great conversation!
October’s Focus
Booking inspections is only part of the business. Building a firm that grows consistently requires actively selling your services, communicating your value and turning every conversation into an opportunity. This month’s conversation focuses on sales strategies that support the growth and profitability of your commercial property inspection business. Whether you are refining an approach that already works or looking for new ideas to try, it is an opportunity to exchange what is producing results. Learn how others are positioning their services, discover tactics that convert more calls into clients, share a strategy that has worked for you, or simply join the meeting to listen.

Host: Rob Claus, CCPIA® Director of Education and Lead Instructor
Location: Live on Zoom. Join from anywhere.
Who Should Attend: Inspectors performing commercial property inspections or those considering getting into the field.

To attend, please pre-register using the link below. Your confirmation email will contain the Zoom meeting access link. Free and open to all. No CCPIA® membership is required.

The Path to Winning Commercial Clients Fast-Track Course
2026-11-09 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Online Training:, Zoom
Commercial property inspections aren’t just a different type of inspection. It’s a specific industry, with different clients, different expectations, and a different sales process entirely. Inspectors and operations teams who understand this win more jobs.
Your inspection fee and proposal do not exist in isolation. They are one touchpoint in a sales process that has to be moved through deliberately.
The path to winning commercial clients includes both the client journey from first contact to signed contract and the behind-the-scenes steps that make it happen. Together, these touchpoints and processes form your company’s proposal workflow.
This course teaches both sides, so you know who your clients are, how they think, and exactly what to do at every stage to deliver a proposal that makes saying “yes” easy. By the end of the course, you will have analyzed your current process, identified areas for improvement, and be ready to implement them.
Key Topics
Register for the one-day session on Zoom to learn to:

The five client journey touchpoints from first contact to paying client
The three behind-the-scenes inspector workflow steps
Sales psychology and communication strategies for commercial clients
Basic and comprehensive proposal components to include
Proposal best practices that align client needs with fees and scope
Proposal approaches for tiered service levels and add-ons
Lead capture best practices for phone and online proposal request forms
Value-framing and service positioning skills for better client acquisition

Registration includes a Zoom training session, training certificate, and access to this event’s training portal with optional prep materials. You’ll also receive a proposal workflow guide, pre-inspection questionnaire template, lead capture guidebook, and five professional proposal templates (Word, Google Docs, and Canva).

Date: November 9, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 3 PM MST
Registration: $250

Cost to Remedy Fast-Track Course
2026-12-16 08:00 - 2026-12-17 11:00 (America/Denver) | Online Training:, Zoom
Learn how to calculate repair estimates, form opinions of costs, and build cost tables. In two-half day virtual sessions, this fast-track teaches how to evaluate property conditions from a new perspective. It moves beyond identifying issues and focuses on determining whether work should be performed to keep the property operating effectively based on client objectives.
You will learn to distinguish repair from replacement, proactive maintenance from deferred maintenance, and to assess the remaining useful life of building systems. You will then apply this knowledge to develop cost to remedy tables. The course reviews practical methods to gather cost data and includes examples using cost estimating platforms and tools.
Students receive a certificate of completion along with a coursebook, cost calculator spreadsheet template, and cost to remedy report template.
How This Course Helps You
Those seeking to buy, lease, or optimize a property’s value and operations benefit from understanding the costs associated with immediate repairs and long-term expenses. This provides commercial property inspectors with the opportunity to turn their inspection report into an even greater capital planning tool. Using the items identified in an inspection report, this course provides step-by-step guidance to:

Distinguish repairs, replacements, and maintenance items
Use local and national data sources to calculate cost estimates
Formulate opinions of costs and build cost to remedy tables
Use a professional format for tables and present services as a value-add

Key Topics

Cost calculator template application
Cost to remedy report template usage
Immediate repairs and replacements compared to long-term expenses
Repair and replacement decisions based on observed conditions
Differences between deferred maintenance and preventive maintenance
Useful life and remaining useful life
Capital planning terminology (CapEx, OpEx, reserve forecasts)
Local and national cost data source options for inspectors
Inflation rates, tax adjustments, risk factors, and other cost variables
Marketing and selling cost to remedy services

Registration includes two Zoom-based training sessions, a certificate upon completion, and access to this event’s training portal with course materials.

Date: December 16-17, 2026
Time: 8 to 11 AM MST each day
Registration: $650
