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The Commercial Inspector Podcast is produced by the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA®)—the leading organization for commercial property inspector training and professional development.
Tune into multiple series, including the Roundtable Meeting, a monthly discussion with inspectors from across the country, and Building Your Business, where industry leaders share practical tips and strategies. Whether you're looking to sharpen your inspection skills or grow your business, there's something here for you.
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In this episode, Rob Claus of CCPIA® sits down with Ryan Walker, managing partner at ETS Environmental to discuss how commercial property inspectors can add Phase I Environmental Site Assessments to their business, how their inspector partnership model works, real stories from the field, and how to get started. 00:01 — Introduction and Ryan's background 04:42 — What is a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment? 10:51 — How commercial property inspectors fit into the Phase I process 14:52 — The...
This month, we’re focusing on how to get started in commercial property inspections, from building the right knowledge base and protecting yourself with the right insurance to landing your first job. Plus, check out the latest podcast episodes and see upcoming trainings and free virtual roundtable meetings. ➡️ View the September Newsletter ➡️ Training Calender Watch or listen (anywhere, anytime, and any way you like). Visit ccpia.org to browse the video library!
In this month's Commercial Property Inspectors Roundtable, the conversation centers on the challenges of breaking into new markets, building trust with potential clients, and knowing where the next referral will come from, opening with a real example of missed opportunities that could have doubled one member's business. The group digs into tailoring proposals to specific property types, speaking the client's language, and keeping communication fast and consistent to build trust. Members also...
Jeff Crabtree of SureGuard Property Inspections has been selected for CCPIA's Member Spotlight, recognizing the impressive momentum he's built in just over a year. In this conversation with host Rob Claus, Jeff shares why he left a 20+ year corporate career to launch his own inspection company, along with lessons for other professionals. Before going full-time, Jeff spent two decades in asset management for Fortune 100 companies and has personally inspected more than 165 million square feet o...
In this episode, Rob Claus of CCPIA® welcomes Bob Brown, "The Dirt Whisperer," a foundation repair expert, about using data-driven tools to detect slab movement, foundation damage, and structural risk in commercial buildings. 00:01 – Intro 00:28 – Bob's background 02:37 – "Dirt Whisperer" origin 06:18 – Floor level surveys & smart level tool 11:39 – Objective vs. subjective assessments 16:37 – The 16 data points for foundation evaluation 21:31 – Dead blow hammer technique 22:40 – Slab cu...
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