Before listing a property for your client, there’s one crucial step you shouldn’t overlook—getting a pre-listing inspection. While many sellers wait for the potential buyers to schedule an inspection, having one done beforehand can give you a major advantage. Here’s why:   1. Avoid Surprises & Gain Negotiating Power An inspection helps you identify potential issues […]

Buying a home or office will likely be one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, and can consume many hours of time in search of the right property for your needs. Finding the defects before the close is escrow is vital, but by the time you’re in escrow, you’ve already devoted many hours into […]

Whether you’re preparing to sell your home or office, purchasing a new one, or just want to keep the building in top shape, an inspection can be a crucial step. While inspections are often seen as a stressful event, preparing your home or business properly can make the process smoother and more beneficial for everyone […]

Building ownership can be fulfilling and beneficial but keeping it in good condition takes effort. Here’s how your hard work, along with annual inspections, can save you money in the long run: 1. Catch Problems Early (Before They Get Expensive) The key to saving money on repairs is addressing issues before they spiral into expensive problems. […]

Spring is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to give your home or office some TLC after the winter months. To help you get your property in top shape for the season ahead, here are some essential maintenance tips: Clean Gutters and Downspouts Spring rains can cause flooding if your gutters are clogged. Make sure […]

Some property inspectors do not have an active contractor license. But they don’t necessarily need one. Let’s go over some requirements for state contractor licensing and why a bond may not be necessary: An active contractor license is required when a contractor is performing some kind of construction project that involves building a structure or […]

We are often asked if we also do the termite inspection. Many termite inspectors specialize in termites and don’t do other types of pest work. And anything included in a termite inspection falls under their purview, which means we would need a state license to do anything they would do. This includes the shower pan, […]

The deadline for SB 721 for apartment building owners is January 1, 2026. You have plenty of time. But we suggest not waiting until the last minute when everyone else is trying to meet the deadline.   The deadline for SB 326 for HOAs just passed. Since it only went into effect January 1, 2025, […]

Our community is currently facing a devastating time due to the ongoing wildfires. We understand the toll it takes on everyone, and we want to do our part in spreading information about resources, including local shelters and emergency services, to assist those in need. Please see below for information on resources for each fire.   […]

We get calls and emails wanting to know if their building passed or failed inspection, especially for deck and balcony inspections (SB 326 & SB 721).   Nowhere, in any statute, is there a mention of passing or failing an inspection. You will not find any guidelines which detail what constitutes a pass or a […]