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Submitted by MichaelLopezi on Sat, 12/06/2008 - 19:20.
 
Commercial Property Inspections
Commercial property inspections are similar in many ways to home inspections and different in just as many ways. Below is listed the purpose and scope of commercial inspections.
       Purpose
·         Observe and define major components and sub-components.
·         List observations of fact and label all data by component category and location in the report.
·         Based upon the above inspection, identify and document minor and major deficiencies.
·         Provide cost estimates of repair for minor and major items identified.
·         Identify and investigate in the report any observed unusual or hazardous conditions.
Scope: PCA - Property Condition Assessment
  • Visual inspection of readily accessible major components. Permanent Record.
  • New and valuable information for pre-purchase or selling consideration.
  • Negotiating tool.
  • Guide for maintenance and capital improvements (possibly capital depreciation).
  • The report is as complex in scope as the client wants or needs. We can inspect as much or as little as you need.
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·         Operate equipment with normal user controls.
·         Review of plans, maintenance records and other documents including previous consultant’s reports (At client’s request).
·         Disassemble and/or test for specified components as agreed to in the inspection scope only.
·         Other action as required by uniqueness of the job.
      Limitation
·         Exclusions and limitations are specified at the time of agreement or at the request of the client.
       The End Product
·         Peace of mind.
The Report: PCR - Property Condition Report
·         Cover sheet.
·         Introduction and scope.
·         Executive summary with cost of total repairs.
·         Narrative body, with separate section for each major component, containing: description of the component, observations, conclusions, suggested action and cost estimate of repairs.
·         Disclaimers and Exclusions.
·         General Conclusion.
·         Appendix which includes photographs, professional reports, authority’s references, and/or product manufacturer installation or performance specifications.
      Cost
Pricing of commercial inspections is done on an individual case; we typically do a walk through to determine the time and cost involved to complete the project. Please give us a call or email if you are interested in a commercial inspection or for more information.