One of the most important things you can do before buying or leasing a Commercial Building in Arizona is to schedule an inspection of the property. An inspection of an office building, warehouse, retail space, or industrial facility will tell you a lot about the property's true condition before you make a big investment.
We help Arizona investors, property managers, and business owners make smart, confident choices by giving them detailed, data-driven inspection reports that point out expensive risks and repairs before they turn into real problems.

• One of the most important things you can do before buying or leasing a Commercial Building in Arizona is to schedule an inspection of the property. An inspection of an office building, warehouse, retail space, or industrial facility will tell you a lot about the property's true condition before you make a big investment.
• We help Arizona investors, property managers, and business owners make smart, confident choices by giving them detailed, data-driven inspection reports that point out expensive risks and repairs before they turn into real problems.

1. Structural Integrity
Inspectors check the base, frame, load-bearing walls, columns, and beams for cracks, settling, or other problems with the structure. Structural problems can make a home or commercial building, less safe and lower its value when it comes time to sell.
2. Roofing Systems
The roof is one of the most expensive parts of a building. We look for signs of water penetration or moisture intrusion when we inspect a roof. Areas of concern may be the flashing, the drains, failure of the roofing material and lack of maintenance.
3. Electrical and Mechanical Systems
Service boxes, total Amperage, main switches, panels, and grounding are all checked to see if there's enough electrical service for standard operations. HVAC systems are evaluated for normal use, life expectancy, and condensate lines are draining properly to avoid leaks.
4. Plumbing and Water Systems
When pipes leak, have uneven pressure, or rust, they can cause water damage or mold growth. We check the pipes, water heaters, bathrooms, and fire systems to see if their inspections are up to date. All important items to make sure they are working properly.
5. Environmental and Mold Assessments
Mold can still grow in places you can't see after a roof leak or condensation accumulation. Even though Arizona is dry, mold is still common. We look for mold with use of air cassette testing to find if mold growth is potentially a problem without a visual detection. Also, swab tests can give a more specific read on types of mold growing on a surface. This may be an important part of the remediation process and for Insurance purposes.
6. Site and Safety Evaluation
Inspectors look at things like the safety of the entire building, the parking lot, the lights, handrails and access ramps for ADA compliance.
7. Roof and Attic Drainage
A lot of commercial buildings in Arizona have flat roofs, a slight slope is important for proper drainage. Inspectors evaluate drains, ditches, and scuppers, check to see if they're clear and working. This stops water from pooling and standing water creates expensive roof repairs, possibly even mold growth.

A building inspection can be part of the negotiation process and should be completed before you sign a lease or buy a building. This gives you more power in negotiations and time to ask for repairs or a refund.
If you own the property, you can avoid expensive surprises by having it checked every 12 to 24 months or prior to listing a building for sale.
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You can be sure of the following if you choose a local business like Commercial & Residential Inspections, LLC that has been around for a while:

• Following the rules for reviewing the Arizona Building Code and ASTM E2018, you can find digital papers that are easy to read and full of information.
• Knowledge of the specific building and familiarity of any potential issues.
• A partner they can trust who understands the importance of your future investment.
• Inspection results may affect business and income, the more you know the better.

It doesn't matter if you're buying your first business property or adding another property to your portfolio. Getting a professional inspection is the first step to making a wise investment decision.
Commercial & Residential Inspections, LLC can help Arizona business owners keep their investment as safe as possible. Thorough inspections of commercial properties, and mold tests, are tailored to the specifics of each property.
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