Central Florida Building Inspectors Learning Center

Imagine enjoying a beautiful Florida sunset from your balcony, only to have the railing give way beneath you. That's terrifying! Balcony railing inspections in Florida aren't just a formality. They're a crucial safeguard against accidents and potential liabilities....

When investing in commercial real estate, the longevity and profitability of your investment hinge on several factors. Property management practices play a pivotal role. One often overlooked but crucial strategy is conducting an NNN lease inspection. This detailed...

Roughly 88% of homebuyers get a home inspection when they buy a house. Out of those inspections, almost the same amount show some kind of problem that needs to be fixed. In a best-case scenario, all a homeowner needs to do is patch up a hole in their roof or replace a...

Imagine owning property that paid for itself. You won't have to worry about your mortgage, and you even have extra money to spend on other obligations. Your passive income stream will be significantly larger when you purchase commercial property. However, it's...

The U.S. Fire Administration estimates that there were 116,500 non-residential building fires in the U.S. in 2021. They resulted in $3.7 billion in direct property damage. These staggering figures are proof that fire is one of the most devastating forces that can...

"Don't pee in the pool, or the water will turn purple!" your friends used to tell you back in the day while swimming during summer vacation. Sadly, chlorine in the water doesn't turn purple when exposed to urine. Instead, it becomes less effective at tackling bacteria...

Have you ever walked into a building and wondered about its structural soundness? Have you considered buying or leasing a commercial space?  Regular inspections are essential for safety and compliance. That is especially true if you own or manage commercial buildings...

Did you know that some Americans are budgeting up to three weeks of income toward summer vacations? If you run a hotel, that means you need to prepare for a surge in bookings. And that also means you need to make sure you're operating a safe building where guests can...

There are about 10.4 million residential pools in the US. A pool is a great addition to any home. It provides a place to relax and have fun during the summer and also helps increase the value of a property. There can, however, be certain issues that arise with them....

It costs an average of up to $1,000 to fix a pool leak if you don't catch it in time. The expense only goes up the longer you wait. Detecting the warning signs of a leak avoids costly damages and keeps your pool healthier for longer. Don't fret if you're looking...

Swimming pools are a great way to enjoy the summer heat and cool down, but they also create a lot of water waste. Using a pool cover can stop up to 95% of pool water evaporation. But ensuring you have the best pool hardware and looking for pool cracks is also...

Your collection of financial investments sits in a pretty, pristine, and polished portfolio. At the core of your investment portfolio are stock investments, bonds, and cash. However, it also contains a wide range of assets in more tangible forms like art or real...

America has faced an ongoing housing shortage for a while now. Chalk it up to a big falloff in new construction following the 2008 financial crisis. The big home-buying frenzy of the last few years only made it worse. So, it's not hard to understand why Americans...

The average age of a home in the state of Florida is 34 years old. Whether you are selling or buying a home or renewing your home insurance on an older home, chances are you will need a 4-point inspection in the near future. In some cases, an upcoming 4-point...