5-Fold Technical Consultants

09/11/2018

Property Maintenance Inspections

Maintenance and upkeep is an important part of owning a commercial property. Failure to maintain the property will result in loss of value and increased cost of maintenance as problems compound. We recommend conducting an annual maintenance inspection of every commercial or industrial property.

We provide unbiased maintenance inspection services to assist building owners and managers in keeping their facilities in the best condition possible. Using preventative and predictive maintenance techniques can lower the overall cost of maintaining a commercial property. Also, it is a best practice to have an unbiased outside expert make an evaluation of any physical deficiencies, next steps for remediation, and estimated costs.

08/07/2018

07/24/2018

A Cost Segregation Study is one of the most valuable tax strategies available to owners of income-producing and business-related real estate. Under United States tax laws and accounting rules, cost segregation is the process of identifying personal property assets that are grouped with real property assets and separating out personal assets for tax reporting purposes. When a property is purchased, not only does it include a building structure, but it also includes all of its interior and exterior components. On average, 20% to 40% of those components fall into tax categories that can be written off much quicker than the building structure. A Cost Segregation Study dissects the construction cost or purchase price of the property that would otherwise be depreciated over 27 ½ or 39 years. The primary goal of a Cost Segregation study is to identify all property-related costs that can be depreciated over 5, 7 and 15 years.

Let us show you the benefits of a Cost Segregation Study on your property by providing you with a FREE analysis of the potential tax savings.

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05/07/2018

Buying a Commercial or Industrial Property? Check out this article and give us a call/email for a quote. 678-701-8685 or [email protected].

Property Condition Assessments A wise buyer will conduct a Property Condition Assessment (PCA) by planning a property inspection before closing on any commercial property. There is a lot that can go wrong with a commercial property, and the costs to repair and maintain buildings can be significant.....

04/24/2018

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You have just signed the contract to buy a commercial property. You are now in the “Due Diligence” period, sometimes called “inspection period”, and have 30 to 45 days until you close. So what now? Should you order a Property Condition Assessment (PCA)? What are the benefits of doing so? How...

10/03/2017

Buying commercial real estate can be very lucrative, but it can also be very risky. There is a lot that can go wrong with a building, and the costs to repair and maintain buildings can be significant. A wise buyer will conduct a Property Condition Assessment by planning a property inspection before closing on any commercial property. You need to get the facts about your potential investment while you still have options. These assessments very often save our clients money by identifying building deficiencies well in excess of our fee in addition to the many other benefits of conducting a PCA.

There is no one better at assessing all types of commercial and industrial properties than 5-Fold Technical Consultants. Our highly qualified engineers have the right knowledge and experience to assess commercial buildings as well as some of best credentials in the industry. We stand behind our inspections with a 90-Day Warranty.

The Property Condition Assessment (PCA) will be conducted in accordance with ASTM E2018 – 15 Standard Guide for Property Condition Assessments as well as our industry-leading inspection standards. It will include all of the following:

►Inspection of the Plumbing, Piping, Electrical System, HVAC Systems, Roof, Structural Frame, Building Elements and Site Improvements

►Interviews with current and former property owners, managers, maintenance personnel and other interested parties

►Search and review of public records and building permits for the property

►Opinions of Probable Cost to remedy any defects identified

►Property Condition Report (or PCR) which will be compiled and delivered within an acceptable time frame. It will summarize the entire assessment as well as list material defects, concerns observed, recommendations for repairs, and opinions of costs to make repairs.

►90 Day Warranty to cover you from anything the assessment was not able to uncover. We stand behind the quality of our inspections.

Additional inspections and assessments can be included to provide a greater degree of knowledge about the condition of the property or business. These include:

•Phase I Environmental Site Assessment

•Radon, Mold, Asbestos and Lead Paint Testing

•Wood Destroying Organism and Termite Inspection

•Disabled Access Survey

•Water Quality Testing

We inspect all types of commercial and industrial properties including:

✓Office Buildings

✓Warehouses

✓Multifamily Buildings and Apartment Complexes

✓Restaurants

✓Industrial Properties and Factories of all types

✓Retail Stores

✓Shopping Centers

✓Hospitals and Medical Properties

✓Hotels

We are a national firm and inspect properties throughout the entire United States.

Experienced commercial property owners, occupants, and investors know the importance and benefits of hiring a qualified commercial building consultant to perform a Property Condition Assessment.