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According to certain provisions of Bill 16 which came into effect January 10, 2020, all syndicates of co-owners (boards of directors for condominium associations) are obliged to conduct a reserve fund study every five years. The study must be carried out by a...

Building Condition Report What is a Building Condition Report? The building condition report is a document that enumerates the many deficiencies of the common parts of a building, whether it is commercial, industrial or a condominium. This report helps to...

What is a masonry inspection? Masonry is the art of building a construction by assembling materials, whether or not bound by mortar. In Montreal, stone and brick are often used as building materials. However, although these materials are very durable, they...

Who pays for a building inspection? Whether it's a new construction or an older building, it remains extremely risky to directly begin your industrial or commercial enterprise without first paying for a rigorous inspection and control of the building. But...

Why is it important to conduct a commercial and industrial property inspection?  Are you buying a commercial property? Whether you are buying a property or entering into a triple net lease, commercial and industrial property inspections are just as important as home...

What Role Does a Commercial Building Inspector Play in the Success of Your Montreal Business? With the help of the expertise of a Genispec commercial building inspector, you can protect yourself from condition-related problems that may present in the...

Why It’s Vital to Schedule a Roof Inspection in the Fall Fall is an important time for building owners and managers to make sure that their commercial roof system will last through the upcoming winter weather. A roof is the element of a building that is...

How to Find the Best Building Consultant The expertise provided by a building consultant is knowledge you can’t do without when your renovation project involves the structure of your building. If that’s the case, the load calculations and recommendations...

There’s a Crack in Your Building: Do You Need a Structural Engineer? Spring is the perfect time to do a quick visual check of your building. But what should you do if you find a crack in the foundation? Does it mean you have structural problems? Are you...