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High Performance Colorado Building Surveys + Commercial Inspections
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Get Your ePriceUnparalleled due diligence to maximize your investment: Your ultimate safeguard against the cascade of potential pitfalls that lurk in the shadows of every commercial property transaction – your shield against heavy fines, costly future repairs, serious liabilities.
Step into the negotiation arena armed with more than just your intuition.
Elevate your investment to a realm where building intelligence isn’t just a phrase – it’s our ethos. Our high-performance commercial inspections ensure your property adheres to both state and federal codes, enhancing accessibility and steering clear of fines and critical liabilities that could tarnish your venture. Protect your investment against poor quality, which in today’s world of commercial construction, is ever-present. “Poor quality occurred in more than 80% of the building projects completed.” (Frontiers in Engineering and Built Environment)
Mitigate the risk of unforeseen and costly future repairs, enabling a strategic approach to budgeting for operations both today and tomorrow. Our service doesn’t just identify issues; it offers you a tangible advantage during negotiations, unfolding a clear roadmap of necessary maintenance and capital improvements, tailored to your unique position in the commercial landscape.
Our custom high-performance reporting and cost estimates for repairs aren’t a one-size-fits-all approach. We sculpt our inspection scope to meet your exact needs, ensuring no detail is overlooked. For sellers, this precision significantly reduces the risk of litigation, fortifying your position and safeguarding your investment.
At Building Supporters we don’t have mere inspectors – we hire real builders, professional trades and construction geniuses infused with past real-world experience, offering insights born from knowledge, not conjecture. Backed by an elite team of building problem-solving specialists, we’re not just about identifying issues; we’re about pioneering solutions that save you money, stress and time.
In the fast-paced world of commercial investments, time is of the essence. That’s why we offer fast same/next day proposals. Building Supporters also offers one-one-one building walk throughs with you. We’re more than a service; we’re your partners in commercial excellence. We will we will move heaven and earth to help you meet your goals.
Maximize your investment, minimize your risks, and redefine the standards of commercial property inspections with us. Your empire deserves nothing less.
For new construction: Building Supporters also offers high-performance inspections for commercial new construction here.
Certifications + Memberships: Dual InterNACHI + CCPIA certified.
The only High-Performance Commercial Inspection™ in Colorado, North America and the entire World. We go above and beyond for you — Passionate. Dedicated. Knowledgeable. Always here to serve you.
What to expect with a High-Performance Commercial Inspection:
- High-Performance team that’s ON IT – Fast Same/Next Day Proposals. Transparent pricing for immediate booking.
- High-Caliber Team Of Real Builders + Pro Trades With Real In-Field Experience
- White Glove Multi-Hour Inspections: We limit our high-performance inspectors to a maximum of 1 commercial building per day to give your building FULL attention. Multiple-day inspections are typical for larger commercial inspections.
- True Building Science Focused Approach Helps You Budget For The Future
- One-On-One Personalized Walk-Throughs: Explaining The Building’s Story With You
- INTERNACHI Master Certifications + Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) Certified + World-Class Construction Memberships/Certifications
- Infrared Thermography Survey Included (a $250 value)
- BS Energy Assessment Included (a $400 value)
- Visual Mold Assessment Included (a $300 to $600 value)
- Aerial Roof Inspections
- Appliance Testing Included
- BUILDFAX (3rd party provider) Proprietary Property Intelligence Report Included. ($200 value)
- Moisture Scan + Meter Probe Testing
- Attic inspection included, when deemed safe to do so. (Industry standards don’t require inspectors to go into attics)
- 100/day Inspection Guarantee
- Testing And Reports FAR Exceed industry Standards of Practice
- Inspection Crawler Robot For Difficult/Potentially Unsafe Crawlspaces (Industry standards don’t require inspectors to go into crawlspaces. When feasible, we most certainly do!)
- Optional Nationally Accredited Laboratory Material Testing (Asbestos, Lead, Corrosive Drywall +)
- Same/Next-Day Reports (Complex/Larger Properties Require More Time) With Digital Inspection Photos
- No Extra Charges For Historical Buildings Or Crawlspaces
- Combustible Gas Detection Included
- Data Driven: Over 100+ Calibrated and Highly Specialized Scientific Grade Instruments As Needed (Over $100K in equipment. Most home inspectors carry only a few hundred dollars in tools.)
- Full Spectrum Of Services Available: Septic + Sewer + Chimney Scopes to IAQ to Forensics, Litigation, Water Testing, Permit History, Commercial Buildings, and More
- Fully Insured: E&O and Liability Insurance (Only 5% of ALL home Inspectors Have This)
- Every High-Performance Inspector Carries A Building Code Book (for new construction)
- Generally Same/Next Day Appointments: 7 Days A Week + After Hours
- Knowledgeable Insights Not Guesswork: True Building Problem Solving Specialists + Solutions
- Accessible Dryer Vents Checked For Obstructions. (75% of buildings inspected have completely clogged dryer ducts: leading cause of house fires.)
- Unlimited Support After The Inspection – Here For You For The Long Run
- Talk To The Building Supporters Owner Anytime – Direct Access To Brian Cornwell
- Unbiased, Neutral Opinions + Referrals To Colorado’s Most Experienced Contractors and Trades
- Communicate with only one team. Pay only one time. Navigate only one report.
Building Supporters owns and maintains readily available JCB scissor lifts certified for indoor and outdoor inspections. S1930E is our model of choice as the extension outreach platform and compact dimensions make it perfect for operating in tight, restrictive spaces, including most narrow and low-height doorways. Max working height is 24′ 9″. We will transport to your property at no cost to you.
Commercial Property Condition Assessments: Perform in-depth analysis of a property’s condition including but not limited to pre-purchase, annual maintenance, and deferred maintenance inspections.
Pre-Listing Commercial Inspections: Equip investors and agents with a comprehensive understanding of potential repair and maintenance costs. Involve thorough inspection of site characteristics and building integrity.
Pre-Lease and Post-Lease Commercial Inspections: Provide landlords and tenants with a detailed analysis of a commercial property’s condition prior to finalizing lease agreements.
Commercial Construction and Building Consultation: Offer expert guidance on material compatibility, system performance, and design feasibility. Ensure designs are implemented correctly from foundation to roof.
Third-Party Quality Assurance and Phase Commercial Inspections: Conduct impartial oversight of construction phases. Guarantee adherence to project specifications through rigorous inspection routines. Verify material adequacy and on-site craftsmanship. Identify any deviations early to keep projects on track.
Accessibility Surveys: Tier I, II, & III: Include site assessments, interviews, and reviews of pertinent documentation.
Commercial Building Envelope Commissioning: Address every component of the building’s envelope, ensuring designs meet requirements and materials are properly installed. Track and resolve potential issues through water leakage and air infiltration tests.
Commercial Draw: Conduct stage-specific inspections during construction for lender assurance. Evaluate the use of best building practices and satisfactory completion of construction stages.
Environmental Site Phase 1: Assess potential environmental risks through visual inspections and historical research. Evaluate the presence of hazardous materials and provide comprehensive insights into environmental liabilities.
Capital Needs Assessment: Foresee maintenance and repair costs over a given period (usually 20 years). Provide yearly financial planning insight based on a detailed analysis of the building’s current condition and expected capital needs.
Bespoke + Custom Commercial Inspections: Tailor high-performance inspections to meet specific client needs, addressing particular concerns or areas of interest within a property. Ready to meet your specific and/or modified ASTM Standard requirements. Building supporters also offers: Maintenance Strategy Program, Insurance Claim Assessment (Insurance Investigation Inspection), Pre-Insurance Policy Inspection, Cost to Cure Report (Opinion of cost report), and more.
Triple Net Lease Inspections: Conduct meticulous inspections when properties change tenants, identifying damages and necessary repairs to inform deposit decisions and ensure tenant safety.
Commercial Building Forensics + Problem Solving Specialists: Utilize advanced diagnostic techniques and tools to identify, analyze, and provide solutions for complex building issues such as moisture intrusion, structural failures, and unexpected energy losses. This approach combines scientific analysis with practical experience to pinpoint the root causes of problems and recommend effective, long-term remedies.
High-Performance Testing + Auxiliary Services: Nationally accredited lab material testing including asbestos, lead, Chinese drywall, formaldehyde +. Indoor air quality testing, encompassing CO2, TVOC, radon, sewer gas, and gas leak detection. Sewer scopes, mold inspections, EMF testing, water quality testing, and much more.
Building History, Retro Permit Search + Records Review: For an additional fee, we can source building history and retro permit records for you. When documentation is provided, we will do the homework for you — at no additional cost: Accessibility surveys, appraisals, building plans, Certificates of Occupancy, floodplain maps, floor plans, citations, notices, permits, deck age records, plans, and construction permits, deck and balcony maintenance records, power-washing, painting, treating, repair and modification history, emergency evacuation plans, evacuation drill records, environmental studies, fire-detection test and maintenance records, fire door inspection reports, fire-prevention plans, fire extinguisher service records, fire records, flame-resistant certificates, kitchen grease-cleaning records, kitchen post-fire inspections, maintenance records, manufacturers’ installation instructions, power-washing records, previous inspection reports, proposals, rent records, repair estimates/invoices, safety inspection records, seller disclosures, sprinkler head replacement records, utility bills, and warranties.
Commercial Buildings We Inspect: Bring your largest, most challenging projects to us.
- Retail Stores, Shopping Centers and Malls
- Institutional (Educational, Museums and Performing Arts) + Municipal Buildings ( Police Stations + Government Administration Buildings)
- Warehouses and Storage Facilities
- Food Service + Restaurants + Supermarkets
- Churches
- Medical Buildings + Senior Living and Care Facilities + Dental Offices
- Office Complexes + Coworking Spaces
- Multifamily Dwellings (Apartments, Condominiums, and Townhomes)
- Hotel, Hospitality and Lodging
- Recreational and Gymnasiums + Athletic Structures
- Mixed Use
- Manufacturing, Flex Industrial + Light and Heavy Industrial
- Historic Commercial Buildings
- Net Zero, Passive House, + Commercial Buildings
- Single Story, Mid-Rise and High-Rise Buildings
- Below-Ground and Multi-Level Parking Structures
- Special Purpose Buildings: Greenhouses, T-Hangers, Casinos, Airports, Bowling Alleys +
Clients We Serve:
- Commercial Realtors
- Commercial Investors
- Commercial Lenders
- Builders / Construction Managers
- Purchasers
- Sellers
- Building Owners / Business Owners
- Tenants / Business Owners
- Property Managers
- Due Diligence Companies
In addition to complying with Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) + InterNACHI International Standards of Practice for Inspection Commercial Properties AND ASTM Standard E2018-15 for commercial property inspections, our high-performance home inspections FAR exceed expectations.
No one else does what we do and the high-performance way we do it.
- Window and Door Glazing (Including Aluminum-Framed and Storefront) + IGU Integrity + Skylights + Egress + Safety Glazing + Sloped Glazing Canopies
- Roofing (Insulation + Membranes including Low Slope), Gutters, Roofing Drainage Systems
- Flashing (Window/Door Head + Roof Drip Edge + Kick Out)
- Structural Components + Welds
- Facades: Exterior Cladding + Siding Including EIFS/Stucco
- Foundations + Structural Components
- Building Envelopes: Ventilation + Vapor Control + Moisture Intrusion
- Plumbing (Drain, Waste and Vent) + Water Heaters + Exterior Faucets + Water Distribution + Visible Water Main + Backflow Preventer
- Interior Plumbing (Drains, Sinks, Toilets, Tubs + Showers)
- Electrical Main Panels and Sub Panels (Three-Phase Power) + Wiring Safety ( Commercial Line Voltage, Entrance Conductors, Cables, Grounding + Raceways)
- Interior Electrical (GFCI, AFCI, Outlets, Switches, + Lights)
- Heating + Cooling Systems: (Boilers, Chillers, Cooling Towers + Large Air Distribution Systems) + Makeup Air + Ductwork + Register Operation + Condensate Disposal + Exhaust Fans, AHU and VAV Boxes, Filters, Drip Leg, Gas Line Coatings, Work Platforms
- Site Grading + Storm Water Drainage + Retaining Walls
- Appliances (Trash Compactor + Washer + Dyer + Microwave + Dishwasher + Garage Disposals + Refrigerators, Freezers, Ovens, Cooktops +)
- Vent Hoods Type I, II, Grease Traps,
- Environmental Damage (Fire, Insect, Wind, Flood, Earthquake)
- Walls, Attics and Basements
- Pools + Spas + Equipment
- Building Penetrations, Exterior Maintenance, Weatherization (Exterior Sealants) + Flashings
- Solar + Emergency Generators
- Gas Lines (Leak Detectors with liquid gas detection solution for secondary confirmation)
- Annunciator + Fire Sprinklers + Safety Devices (Smoke and CO Alarms Recommended when not present) + Firewall Penetrations + Emergency Lighting + Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems + Fire Separation Doors + Exit Stairwells and Trip Hazards + Fixed Ladders + Manual-actuation devices
- Heat recovery ERV and HRV + Demand Controlled Ventilation
- Garages + Overhead Doors + Loading Platforms
- Commercial Structural Systems – (Steel, Wood, Masonry, Concrete + More) + Decks + Balconies (Posts, Beams, Joists, Sheathing + Decking)
- Flatwork: Plazas + Stoops + Steps + Porches + Patios + Driveways + Sidewalks
- Fuel-Burning + Insert Fireplaces + Chimneys (Crowns, Walls, + Flashing)
- Staircases + Railings + Guards + Ramps
- Insulation + Air Leaks
- Counters + Countertops
- Elevators + Conveyance Systems: Elevator Cabs + Call And Communication Equipment
- Nearby Building Vegetation + Fountains + Exterior Lighting + Ponds + Irrigation Systems
- Sump Systems (Basket + Pump + Cover + Piping Extensions)
- ADA Requirements
- Tenant improvements
- And Much More: Something you don’t see? Ask us, chances are we do inspect it.
Most Popular High-Performance Commercial Inspection Add On:
Zip Level Survey: For roofing inspections, the zip level is a valuable tool for measuring the elevations of different sections of the roof, such as flat roofs like Built-up Roof (BUR), Modified Bitumen (Mod-Bit), Concrete, TPO, EPDM, PVC, and more. Analyzing the roof’s slopes and angles helps assess the overall condition and integrity of the roofing system. The zip level system can identify issues such as ponding, sagging roof decks, installation errors like crushed insulation, and more, providing valuable insights into the roof’s health and potential defects.
High-performance commercial building inspections:
Base: $999 + $0.29 per square foot. Buildings over 100,000 sqft priced at $0.14 per square foot)
Add on zip level survey for roof, grading or foundation:
Base: $199 + $0.09 per square foot. (An $800 savings with inspection) We can measure an unlimited number of elevation points (within reason) to meet your unique needs.
* Have a building with unusual complexities or demanding requirements? Contact us for fast same/next day proposals.
We cover a 75+ mile radius of Boulder: Same-day reports. Fully Insured. We inspect, report, and protect more. Save more money - way more. The difficult done immediately. The impossible takes a little longer. Miracles by appointment. Schedule today.
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