Protect your investment with a certified commercial property inspection. We deliver detailed, standards-based reports that give you negotiating power and peace of mind, whether you're acquiring, refinancing, or managing a portfolio.
If you're purchasing or refinancing a commercial building for the first time, you may not know what an inspection actually covers. A commercial property inspection is a systematic, visual evaluation of a building's structural and mechanical systems performed by a certified inspector. The findings are documented in a written report that becomes one of the most important documents in your transaction, flagging deficiencies, estimating remaining useful life of major systems, and identifying items that require immediate attention or future capital.
Our commercial inspections follow the 2026 ComSOP (International Standards of Practice for Inspecting Commercial Properties) as established by the Certified Commercial Property Inspector's Association (CCPIA).
Comprehensive evaluation of all structural and mechanical systems per the 2026 Commercial Standard of Practice. Our core service.
Learn more →Identify ADA compliance gaps before they become liability. Covers parking, paths of travel, entrances, restrooms, and more.
Learn more →NFPA 80-compliant annual inspection of all fire door assemblies, door, frame, hardware, and closing mechanisms, to maintain insurance coverage.
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Infrared scanning of electrical panels and distribution equipment to catch overloaded connections and failing components before they become fire hazards.
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Drone and walking infrared roof surveys that detect wet insulation and damaged membranes, paired with electrical impedance testing to verify findings.
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Thermal imaging of concrete masonry unit walls to detect missing grout fill and structural voids invisible to the naked eye.
Learn more →Environmental Site Assessment identifying recognized environmental conditions, required by most lenders and a critical step in commercial due diligence.
Learn more →Video inspection of lateral sewer lines and vent stacks to identify root intrusion, cracks, offset joints, and deterioration before purchase.
Learn more →Air sampling and surface testing to identify mold spores and other indoor air contaminants, protecting occupant health and informing remediation decisions before purchase.
Learn more →Written cost opinions for immediate repairs plus a 10-year capital replacement schedule with inflation factoring, essential for underwriting and negotiation.
Learn more →A customizable bundle of inspection services scoped to your transaction needs, combine the core inspection, ADA survey, infrared scanning, cost-to-remedy, and more into a single coordinated report package.
Learn more →Primo serves a broad range of commercial real estate professionals and property owners across Northern California and beyond with a comprehensive suite of inspection and assessment services.
From neighborhood retail to large industrial warehouses, Primo inspects almost every commercial building type across the Bay Area.
High-bay warehouses, distribution centers, self-storage, flex industrial, and manufacturing facilities. Loading docks, overhead doors, and specialized mechanical and electrical systems evaluated.
Strip malls, inline storefronts, and anchored centers. Storefront systems, parking lot condition, and utility infrastructure.
Multi-tenant and single-tenant office buildings, from small professional suites to large corporate campuses.
Assembly and care occupancies with stringent life-safety, accessibility, and HVAC requirements.
Type I hoods, fire suppression, and high-demand gas and electrical service, specialized inspection for a specialized use.
Apartment complexes and mixed-use buildings. Unit sampling protocols per ComSOP with comprehensive common area and building-wide system assessment.
Hospitality properties with high-turnover mechanical systems, multiple unit sampling, and life-safety requirements for transient occupancies.
Large-span assembly occupancies with egress, accessibility, and aging infrastructure considerations specific to congregation-owned properties.
We are available to travel a wider range on a case by case basis. Contact us today to discuss your specific needs.
Educational articles for first-time commercial buyers and experienced investors alike.
First-time commercial buyer? Here's exactly what a commercial property inspection covers, how it differs from a home inspection, and why skipping it can cost far more than the fee.
Read Article →Lenders and attorneys require ASTM E2018, but the standard is intentionally open-ended. The ComSOP fills in the methodology. Learn how these two frameworks complement each other.
Read Article →From seismic retrofitting deficiencies to hidden moisture intrusion and aging electrical panels, the problems Bay Area commercial inspectors find most often.
Read Article →Tell us about your property and we'll outline a custom inspection scope, no obligation.