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Business

How to Start a Building Inspection Business in NYC

Starting a building inspection business in NYC is one of the most resilient opportunities in the trades. Here is a practical roadmap from licensing to landing your first clients.

March 15, 20267 min read
Growth

5 Signs Your Inspection Company Has Outgrown Spreadsheets

Spreadsheets got you started, but they might be silently costing you clients and revenue. Here are five signs it is time to upgrade.

March 20, 20266 min read
Compliance

NYC Building Compliance Deadlines You Can't Miss in 2026

Missing a compliance deadline in NYC means violations, fines, and unhappy clients. Here is every critical deadline your inspection company needs to track in 2026.

March 25, 20268 min read
Compliance

The Complete Tri-State Building Compliance Checklist for 2026

The average commercial building in the tri-state area is subject to a dozen or more inspection requirements, each on different cycles. Here is the complete checklist so nothing falls through the cracks.

March 29, 202612 min read
Compliance

NYC Local Law 11 (FISP) Inspection: The Complete Guide for Co-op and Condo Boards

Local Law 11 facade inspections are one of the most expensive and consequential compliance requirements in NYC. Here is what every board member needs to know about FISP Cycle 10.

March 29, 202610 min read
Compliance

NYC Local Law 152 Gas Piping Inspection: Deadlines, Requirements, and What Building Owners Need to Know

Local Law 152 gas piping inspections are now in their second cycle, and deadlines are approaching fast. Here is everything building owners need to know to stay compliant and avoid five-figure penalties.

March 29, 202610 min read
Compliance

NYC Local Law 87 Energy Audit and Retro-Commissioning: What Co-op and Condo Boards Must Know

With LL97 carbon penalties now in effect, LL87 energy audits are more important than ever. Here is what every board needs to know about NYC energy compliance and how it connects to tri-state requirements.

March 29, 202611 min read
Compliance

NYC DOB Violations: Types, Penalties, and How to Resolve Them Before They Cost You Thousands

A single DOB violation can cost your building thousands in fines, block a refinancing, and damage your inspection company reputation. Here is how to understand, resolve, and prevent them.

March 29, 202611 min read
Technology

Best Fire Inspection Software 2026 — 14 Tools Compared (Features, Pricing & Compliance)

KomplyOS is the best fire inspection software for compliance-focused inspection companies in the tri-state area. For general field service, ServiceTitan leads at enterprise scale. Here is how all 14 platforms compare on pricing, features, and compliance capabilities.

March 29, 202618 min read
Business

Fire Protection Business Valuation: What Your Company Is Worth in 2026

Fire protection companies are commanding premium valuations in 2026. Here is how to understand what your business is worth and how to increase it.

March 29, 202610 min read
Business

How to Price Fire Protection Services — Contractor Pricing Guide

Pricing fire protection services is part science, part strategy. This guide covers the models, benchmarks, and tactics that drive profitability.

March 29, 20269 min read
Growth

Going Paperless: How to Digitize Your Fire Inspection Business

Going paperless is the single highest-ROI investment most fire inspection companies can make. Here is how to do it right.

March 29, 20268 min read
Technology

How to Automate Fire Inspection Scheduling and Dispatch

Manual scheduling wastes hours every week and leads to missed inspections. Here is how automation transforms fire inspection dispatch.

March 29, 20267 min read
Compliance

Complete Guide to NFPA Inspection Frequencies — Every System, Every Interval

Every fire protection system has specific inspection frequencies defined by NFPA standards. This guide covers every system and every interval in one place.

March 29, 202612 min read
Compliance

AHJ Submission Guide — How to File Fire Inspection Reports by Jurisdiction

Filing inspection reports with the right AHJ in the right format is critical. This guide covers the process for tri-state area jurisdictions.

March 29, 20268 min read
Growth

Fire Inspection Deficiency Management — From Finding to Revenue

Every deficiency found during an inspection is both a compliance obligation and a revenue opportunity. Here is how to manage the full lifecycle.

March 29, 20268 min read
Compliance

The Complete Guide to Fire Sprinkler Inspections (NFPA 25)

Fire sprinkler inspections under NFPA 25 are the bread and butter of fire protection companies. This guide covers everything from system types to testing procedures.

March 29, 202610 min read
Compliance

New Jersey Building Inspection Requirements for 2026

New Jersey has its own set of building inspection requirements that differ from NYC. Here is what fire protection contractors and building owners need to know for 2026.

March 29, 20269 min read
Compliance

Connecticut Building Compliance Guide for 2026

Connecticut has unique building compliance requirements that differ from both New York and New Jersey. Here is what you need to know for 2026.

March 29, 20268 min read
Compliance

Fire Safety Compliance for Condo Boards — What You Need to Know

Condo board members are personally responsible for building compliance. Here is what every board needs to know about fire safety requirements.

March 29, 20268 min read
Compliance

Co-op Building Inspection Requirements in NYC — Complete Guide

Co-op buildings in NYC face unique compliance challenges. This guide covers inspection requirements, board responsibilities, and vendor management for co-ops.

March 29, 20268 min read
Compliance

Fire Alarm Testing Requirements — NFPA 72 Complete Guide

NFPA 72 Chapter 14 defines how fire alarm systems must be inspected and tested. This guide covers every device type, frequency, and documentation requirement.

March 29, 20269 min read
Technology

Best Building Compliance Software in 2026 — 10 Tools Compared

We compared 10 building compliance software platforms to help property managers, building owners, and compliance firms in the tri-state area find the right tool for 2026.

March 29, 202612 min read
Business

Fire Inspection Software Pricing: What It Really Costs in 2026 (Complete Guide)

Fire inspection software typically costs between $29 and $2,000+ per month depending on team size, features, and compliance requirements. Here is what every platform actually charges, including the hidden costs most vendors do not mention upfront.

March 30, 202614 min read

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