What must AmeriSpec Inspection Services franchisees do if they want to perform commercial inspections?
Amerispec_Inspection_Services Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
All franchisees wishing to perform commercial inspections must meet our standards as specified in the Operations Manual, obtain our approval, and become certified in commercial property inspections from a program that we approve. Currently, the approved commercial inspection training program is conducted by an independent third party, which charges a fee, and is separate from our Initial Training.
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 24–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 AmeriSpec Inspection Services FDD, franchisees who want to perform commercial inspections must meet specific requirements. First, they must adhere to the standards outlined in the AmeriSpec Inspection Services Operations Manual. Second, they need to obtain approval from AmeriSpec Inspection Services to conduct these inspections. Finally, franchisees are required to become certified in commercial property inspections through a program that AmeriSpec Inspection Services approves.
The FDD specifies that the approved commercial inspection training program is currently conducted by an independent third party. This program is separate from the initial training that AmeriSpec Inspection Services provides to its franchisees. Moreover, the third-party training program involves a fee that the franchisee must pay directly to the provider.
This requirement ensures that all AmeriSpec Inspection Services franchisees performing commercial inspections have the necessary expertise and training to meet the brand's standards and provide quality service. Prospective franchisees should factor in the cost and time commitment associated with this additional certification when considering offering commercial inspection services.