About this video: Learn about accessibility for passenger elevators based on the ComSOP Standard Accessibility Inspection Report for Existing Commercial Buildings. Section 8 lists the checkpoints inspectors should verify for elevator accessibility: 8.1___The passenger elevators are located on an accessible path of travel. 8.2 ___The passenger elevator doors have a clear opening of not less…
The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a monthly meeting hosted by the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA®) for inspectors across the nation to gather and discuss business development opportunities and strategies. Jamie Hawks, The Real Estate Inspection Company located in Ramona, California, lead this meeting. Participants shared their insights on regional market conditions,…
We recently had the opportunity to connect with CCPIA member KC Bartley, and we’re excited to share some of the highlights of our conversation with you below. About KC Company: Professional Home Inspections Location: Kingsport, Tennessee Number of Years in Business: 10 years Qualifications: CCPIA® Certified Commercial Inspector, Certified Master Inspector®, InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspector®,…
The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a monthly meeting hosted by the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) for inspectors across the nation to gather and discuss business development opportunities and strategies. Participants shared their insights on regional market conditions, specific inspection protocols, and effective marketing strategies for growing their businesses. Key points included…
About this video: Follow along for an exterior inspection of a mixed-use office and warehouse building. We will guide you through inspecting items within the ComSOP scope and highlight deficiencies found at this property. Some of the keys items and considerations for inspecting and reporting include: Signage and Landscaping: Importance of clear address signage for…
About this video: In terms of inspecting, landscaping refers to ongoing grounds or landscaping maintenance, such as lawn care, tree trimming, waste management, clearing debris, and weed and root control. The ComSOP does not create an expectation that any inspection of the exterior grounds will rise to the level provided by a horticulturist, landscape architect,…
About this video: The ComSOP requires inspectors to inspect a representative number of windows. This means you should inspect a sample that would provide a reliable indication of the overall condition of the windows. The representative number may also be influenced by factors such as time, budget, client preferences, and potentially hindered access areas. Windows…
About this video: The ComSOP requires inspectors to inspect all exterior doors in Section 6.5.2 Exterior. The inspector is not required to inspect exterior doors that are not readily accessible or visible from the ground. Steel doors and metal-framed glass doors are two of the most common types of commercial doors. Each type has its…
About this video: Section 6.5.2 Exterior of the ComSOP requires inspectors to identify the type of siding on a building and inspect the siding, flashing and trim. This building was identified as having Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) siding, also known as synthetic stucco, by performing a knock test. EIFS typically feels hollow, flexes…
The Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable Meeting is a monthly meeting hosted by the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) for inspectors across the nation to gather and discuss business development opportunities and strategies. Participants shared their insights on regional market conditions, specific inspection protocols, and effective marketing strategies for growing their businesses. Key points included…
About this video: The Tramex Dec Scanner is a non-destructive roof moisture meter that can help inspectors efficiently scan large low-slope roof areas for potential moisture-related issues. It works by scanning through the roof’s surface and substrate to detect and track moisture that might otherwise go unnoticed until it manifests as more significant issues. Inspectors…
In this episode of “Building Your Business,” host Rob Claus interviews Ian Schroff, an expert graphic designer from InterNACHI®. The discussion focuses on some of the best practices and five key elements that all marketing collateral must have, as well as design pitfalls and things to avoid. His experience lies in creating inspection-related marketing collateral…
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