Inspect Before You Lease

Send us Fan Mail Jim and Laura discuss the critical importance of property inspections even for leased commercial spaces, highlighting a case study of a children's workout facility with dangerous mold conditions. • Laura conducted air quality testing at a commercial property where children worked out and found dangerous mold levels • The landlord initially resisted reviewing the inspection report but eventually attempted inadequate repairs • Follow-up inspection revealed significant water intrusion and ineffective sealing attempts • Inspections protect both tenants and landlords by documenting building conditions before occupancy • Triple net leases make tenants responsible for maintenance, making pre-lease inspections even more crucial • Property condition reflects on your business and impacts customer perception • Regular maintenance inspections (annually or between tenants) help prioritize repairs and prevent disputes Be sure to subscribe on Spotify or Google Podcasts to get new, fresh episodes. For more, please follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, or visit the website of the best Ohio home inspection company at homeinspectionsinohio.com or jimtroth.com. Support the show To learn more about Habitation Investigation, the Three-time Winner of the Best Home Inspection Company in the Midwest Plus the Winner of Consumer Choice Award for Columbus Ohio visit Home Inspection Columbus Ohio - Habitation Investigation (homeinspectionsinohio.com) NBC4 news segments: The importance of home inspections, and what to look for | NBC4 WCMH-TV Advice from experts: Don’t skip the home inspection | NBC4 WCMH-TV OSU student’s mysterious symptoms end up tied to apartment’s air quality | NBC4 WCMH-TV How to save money by winterizing your home | NBC4 WCMH-TV Continuing Education for Ohio Agents Scheduled classes Continuing Education for Ohio Agents Course listings...