Commercial inspections are not one-size-fits-all
The right scope depends on building type, size, age, occupancy, intended use, access, available records, transaction deadlines, and the client's risk priorities. NJCAT begins with the decision—not a generic residential checklist—and identifies where specialist participation may be appropriate.
Small commercial buildings
Office, retail, warehouse, mixed-use, and other properties with a scope tailored to accessible systems and client objectives.
Multifamily properties
Duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, apartment buildings, and larger communities using representative or comprehensive unit strategies as agreed.
Property-condition documentation
Organized observations of site, envelope, roof, structure, interiors, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other included components.
Project and repair questions
Inspection-informed assistance with due diligence, deferred maintenance, repair planning, permits, construction concerns, and specialist coordination.
Potential scope components
- Site, drainage, parking, walkways, exterior walls, windows, and doors
- Roofing and accessible roof drainage
- Visible structural and interior conditions
- Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and water-heating systems within scope
- Accessible life-safety observations without representing a code-compliance certification
- Selected units, common areas, amenities, pools, seawalls, or specialty systems as agreed
- Document review and qualified specialist recommendations
Information needed for an accurate proposal
Provide the property address, building use, approximate square footage, number of structures and units, occupancy, access conditions, available plans or reports, transaction deadline, and the business question the inspection must answer. NJCAT confirms scope, exclusions, timing, and price before scheduling.
Commercial inspection questions
Is a commercial inspection the same as a home inspection?
No. Commercial scopes are usually more variable and should reflect the building, client objectives, risk tolerance, and intended use.
Are all systems and units included?
Only the systems, areas, units, and services identified in the written scope. Larger properties may use sampling or specialist participation.
Can NJCAT coordinate other professionals?
Yes. When appropriate, NJCAT can help identify and coordinate licensed engineers, architects, contractors, environmental professionals, or trade specialists.