Mold is a most undesirable thing to deal with in any business. It can cause upper respiratory problems, as well as other health conditions such as skin problems, so naturally, we want to do our best to prevent its growth. One area where mold can grow is in the carpet....

In recent years Bed Bugs, have become an epidemic, and here in the US. They're hard to see, love to travel and not so easy to eliminate, so what do we know about these pesky invaders, and what can we do about them? Although bed bugs are found in mattresses, they are...

Regardless of the level of Commercial Building Inspection (Property Condition Report) ordered, look for and find the following items: Inadequate design Improper maintenance or worn systems Equipment nearing the end of its useful life Building code violations Poor...

Our Commercial Building Inspections comply with the highest of standards, and include a comprehensive visual inspection of the building’s construction including the following (unless otherwise required by the client): Building structure and foundation Roof condition...

We here at Russel Inspections have the highest of standards. I have always believed that a thorough building inspection, a detailed inspection report, and good customer service were not an "add-on", but have always viewed them as the standard on which to build a good...

Whether you own a warehouse, a highrise, a shopping center, or any other kind of commercial property, energy bills are on your mind.  And they should be. Electric bills, heating, and cooling are some of the largest and most regular expenses a building owner has. So...

As an investor, a parking garage is a great way to earn relatively passive income with a property. Since they don't have regular inhabitants like rental properties, the headache is kept to a minimum. But if you are thinking of investing in a parking garage, there are...

So the time has come. You have grown your business, you have many properties to maintain - but they are becoming to hard to manage on your own. Now you are in the market to hire a maintenance crew. What are some things to keep in mind when hiring? Here are a few tips:...

We all love windows on a commercial building. Not only are they attractive, but they are functional. But when buying a building, here are some pros and cons of buying one with a lot of windows. Pros: Natural light and save on energy Passive solar saves you on heating...

As we get ready for the snowmelt season (although we are already in the midst of it), it is good to take a few moments and think about your building's storm sewers. Storm sewers take care of water from rain, snow, and other water occurrences. Unfortunately, most...