Structural engineering is under the umbrella of civil engineering. Civil engineers work on projects that combine the natural and man-made world, such as dams, roads, pipelines, and railways, but also commercial buildings; public works that people use. Civil engineers and structural engineers make the world go ‘round, as they are behind the buildings and amenities that you use every day.
Read MoreWhen it comes to searching for commercial real estate, there is no shortage of resources out there. There are plenty of commercial real estate listing platforms that focus on certain types of properties or geographical regions. But if you want to cast the biggest net possible and use a trusted and industry-respected source, we recommend using LoopNet.
Read MoreWhen it comes to choosing someone to conduct your commercial inspection, it’s incredibly important to find someone who has extensive technical knowledge of the unique structures and systems of various types of commercial buildings, is properly certified by an accredited organization, and is up-to-date on all codes and ADA compliance. It’s also critical to find an inspecting team that has a proven track record of being trustworthy, reliable, transparent, and fair.
Read MoreCCPIA is 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization and federally tax-exempt membership trade association for commercial real estate inspectors. CCPIA provides online training and resources to help its members become even better commercial inspectors. CCPIA provides up-to-date industry news, online classes and workshops, marketing and business tools, and a member’s directory for consumer and professional use. Members are from across North America and they all adhere to the International Standards of Practice for Inspecting Commercial Properties (ComSOP).
Read MoreResidential properties and commercial properties are different, and the knowledge needed to professionally inspect both types of buildings aren’t always transferable. You can’t just do a home inspection on a commercial building, or vice versa. This is because the standards of practice are different for commercial and residential inspections.
Read MoreThe Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic has changed all of our lives for the time being, and has taken a toll on every industry in the United States. The reported first Coronavirus case in the U.S appeared in January, and in March most of the country went into some form of lockdown or stay-at-home order.
Read MoreComplex pricing just leads to confusion and we prefer to keep the inspection process as simple as possible. After all, the inspection and report are complicated enough. We look to achieve a seamless and effortless scheduling and payment process by keeping simple what should be simple.
Read MoreEnsuring that qualified professionals are employed on any real estate team can help a buyer avoid potential safety issues and costly repairs and replacements, and even litigation down the road.
An inspector’s discoveries throughout the inspection will…
A commercial real estate inspector will be able to provide vital information that helps the buyer/seller understand the commercial-grade building and systems as well as determine if they have been serviced and maintained properly and legally. However, a commercial real estate inspector does not certify a building is code compliant.
Read MoreThe short answer to this question is both. It is the responsibility of both the owner and the tenant to be in compliance with ADA safety standards anytime the building is being occupied and used for any purpose that serves the public.
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