Commercial Building Inspection: How do I Get My Tampa Business Building Inspected?

A commercial building inspection is a longer process than a residential building inspection: There are more complex systems and generally a larger area to cover than in a residential home. Getting your building inspected in Tampa will require you to do your research into the most important aspects of identifying and selecting the best inspectors in the area to do the job right.

What Should I Look for in a Commercial Building Inspector?

Commercial building inspectors should be certified by several boards of inspection located in the United States and, if applicable, in your home state. The following inspection associations help to standardize the building inspection process to ensure that all member inspectors are performing high-quality work.

• International Association of Certified Home Inspectors
• American Society of Home Inspectors
• Florida Association of Building Inspectors

These are good options to look for when deciding on an inspector. If your inspector isn’t part of any of these groups or associations, look elsewhere.

Additionally, when choosing an inspector, you’ll want to ask them the kinds of things they’ll be looking for during the inspection. Make sure they list all of the following: utilities, heating and plumbing systems, roof, ventilation systems, fire protection, interior and exterior, electrical systems, paving, and landscaping. Ask to see a sample inspection they’ve done in the past to make sure that they have included all of these things in their previous reports. They should also include in their reports their recommendations for repairs and improvements to the buildings they inspect.

How Much Do Commercial Building Inspectors Cost?

Because of the size and scope of the work they do, commercial building inspectors will charge more than a residential home inspector. That’s because the buildings are generally larger and the complexity of the building calls for a more intensive process. Oftentimes, commercial building inspectors will subcontract out parts of the inspection. One reason for this might be that the building they are inspecting has complex systems such as HVAC or plumbing. In that case, they will ask for professional HVAC inspectors or plumbers to oversee those sections of the building. This adds hefty fees to the inspection bill.

Inspectors may choose to price out their commercial building inspection via a percentage of the sale price of the building. They also may multiply the size of the building by square feet times the number of hours they think it will take times their rate. All of this depends on the commercial building inspector of your choice.

Divinity Inspection Service offers both residential and commercial inspections in the Tampa area. We pride ourselves on being the best in the region, with great rates and quality inspections performed every time for our business customers. Trust in our 29 certifications, including Certified Master Inspector, to help you get the job done right the first time. Contact us today for your commercial building inspection!

References:

https://www.crestrealestate.com/commercial-building-inspection-checklist/

https://ccpia.org/how-to-price-a-commercial-building-inspection/