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Industrial & Commercial Property Inspections

  • Industrial Building Inspection
  • Building Inspection For Buyers
  • Building Inspection For Leases
  • Triple-Net Lease Inspections
  • Office Real Estate Inspection
  • Retail Property Inspection
  • Seller Inspections For Industrial or Commercial Real Estate
  • Annual Building Inspections
  • Deferred Maintenance Inspection
  • Multi-Family Inspection

Please call 210-756-6987 or email us for more information regarding industrial and commercial inspections. 

New and Pre-Owned Home Inspections will be in compliance with the Rules of the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). The goal of this inspection is to identify any material defects within the systems, structures and components of the home. The inspection report can also serve as a guide when contacting qualified licensed professionals to repair or assess items. This inspection will not identify cosmetic issues in the home.

Rules of the Texas Real Estate Commission can be found here:
 www.trec.texas.gov/agency-information/rules-and-laws/trec-rules#section535.227

New Construction Warranty Inspections can be conducted 30-60 days before your home warranty expires. Most new home builders will provide you with a one-year builders warranty. This inspection can help identify problem areas that your builder can repair before the warranty expires and prevent you from paying for these repairs.

Construction Loan Monitoring is a ​process used by lenders to oversee a construction project from start to finish, ensuring that funds are disbursed correctly, progress aligns with the project plan, and risks are managed effectively.

Annual Insurance Inspections are evaluations conducted to verify property conditions and check for hazards. We will follow the insurer's guidelines.

Insurance Loss Inspections  Following an insurance loss claim, we provide an unbiased assessment of the property to verify that repairs and construction have been completed per the client’s specifications. Our process is designed to deliver transparency and detailed documentation.

To ensure the highest level of utility for insurers and property owners, our inspections include:


  • Impartial Evaluation: As independent professionals, we provide objective assessments without a vested interest in selling repair services.
 
  • Comprehensive Photo Documentation: We provide both wide-angle overview photos and detailed close-ups to "tell the story" of the property's current condition.
 
  • Expert Analysis: Reports clearly specify observations and identify root causes to help differentiate between storm damage and normal wear and tear.
 
Our goal is to provide the thorough education and supporting documentation needed to make informed decisions regarding the property.


Vacant Property Inspections  These inspections provide a visual survey of systems and components at the time of the visit, identifying material defects through a non-invasive examination. Please note that these reports are intended to assist in evaluating the overall condition of the property and are not for insurability.

Well Water Flow and Coliform Testing  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rules that protect public drinking water systems do not apply to individual water systems, such as privately owned wells. As an individual water system owner, it is up to you to make sure that your water is safe to drink.  Source: https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/private/wells/testing.html

A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is a standardized process used to evaluate the environmental risks and liabilities associated with a commercial or industrial property. This includes everything from vacant lots to office buildings, retail spaces, industrial warehouses, and even residential complexes, especially when part of commercial transactions.
The purpose of the assessment is to determine whether there are any potential or existing hazardous environmental conditions. It could range from current or historical contamination, such as improper use of hazardous substances and petroleum products from past property operations, with groundwater levels that may require remediation.
Phase I ESAs are critical in real estate transactions for limiting exposure to environmental liabilities. Under federal regulations, buyers are responsible for conducting environmental due diligence. If they fail to do so, they may be held legally and financially liable for contamination on the property, even if they had no role in causing it.
These assessments follow a four-part process that includes:

1. Reviewing government environmental records and other historical use documents
2. Interviewing property owners, tenants, and others familiar with the site
3. Conducting an on-site visual inspection.
4. Preparing a written report that includes findings, conclusions, and recommendations for further investigation, when applicable.

While qualified Environmental Professionals (EPs) are responsible for the final report, including finalizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations, inspectors provide valuable support during the site visit.
Observing and documenting current conditions directly informs the way an EP applies an environmental expertise to the full scope of their service. The inspector’s on-site inspection contextualizes the EP’s interpretation of historical records, property use, and interviews. This ultimately shapes the conclusions presented in the Phase I ESA and final report by the EP.

Important things to remember about a property inspection;
  • ​A property inspection will not focus on cosmetic issues.
  • ​It is not a code inspection.
  • It is not a "pass" or "fail". Unless you've agreed to buy "as-is", the inspection will serve as tool to negotiate with the seller to fix (some of) the problems or reduce the price. 
  • The inspection does not provide any warranty to any system, component or structure of the property nor can it predict any future problems that may arise.
  • It is not a wood destroying insect inspection. A wood destroying insect inspection can be scheduled through an affiliate licensed pest control company.​ ​​



"This is one of the largest investments you'll ever make so do not skip on the property inspection. It can save you headaches and potentially thousands of dollars in repair costs. Our relationship doesn't end when we handover the report, we'll be here for you to answer any questions you may have." -Rolando
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​Cornerstone Real Estate Inspections, NA3 Group PLLC
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 To file a complaint contact the Texas Real Estate Commission at https://www.trec.texas.gov/public/how-file-complaint

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