Building Inspection Services

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing building inspection services. These establishments typically evaluate all aspects of the building structure and component systems and prepare a report on the physical condition of the property, generally for buyers or others involved in real estate transactions. Building inspection bureaus and establishments providing home inspection services are included in this industry.

Inspecting buildings for termites and other pests--are classified in Industry 561710, Exterminating and Pest Control Services; Inspecting buildings for hazardous materials--are classified in Industry 541620, Environmental Consulting Services; Waterless fire suppression system testing and/or inspection, without sales, service, or installation--are classified in Industry 541990, All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services; Estimating the fair market value of real estate--are classified in Industry 531320, Offices of Real Estate Appraisers; and Conducting building inspections and enforcing building codes and standards--are classified in Industry 926150, Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors.