Blog Posts in 2011

6 Mistakes That Could Cost You

Over the years I have witnessed many mistakes made by buyers of Commercial and Multi-family properties. Here are a few of the most costly mistakes: Not getting a professional inspection done on the property BEFORE you buy it. If you don’t know exactly what you are buying then you don’t know what needs to be done immediately, what needs further investigation or what the costs to repair will be. ...

Triple Net Lease Inspection, Do I Need One?

I know Im getting into a Triple Net lease but really its just a lease isnt it? Isnt the owner always responsible for all the physical stuff and I just pay him the rent? I have been in a long term triple net lease, do I need an inspection ? I am getting ready to end my long term triple net lease, I dont need an inspection do I? The simple answer is yes you do need an inspection. A bit of education ...

What you should you know about Sewer Lines BEFORE you buy a Multi-Family or Commercial Building

If you are considering purchasing a multi-family or commercial building in Los Angeles, count on Commercial Real Estate Inspectors, LLC for our quality sewer line inspection services. There are many questions you should know the answer to BEFORE you decide to invest in a commercial building. A professional sewer line inspection can help you determine the answers to these questions: What is the ...

Commercial and Industrial Roofing: Proper Maintenance and Care

In our experience, the roof is one thing buyers have the most attention on and rightfully so. Proper maintenance and routine inspections are the best way to prolong the life of the roof. "Flat Roof" The typical commercial and industrial roof is a “flat” roof. This means that it has less than 2” of slope or fall for every level foot. Modern standards require all roofing to have a minimum of ¼” of ...