BuildingReports

Finding a deficiency is only the beginning.

But you can't address an issue you don't know exists.

That's why greater visibility during an inspection matters.

When an inspection provides a clearer picture of system condition, service providers have more complete information to share with their customers.

Building owners and facility teams can make more informed maintenance and repair decisions.

And issues requiring attention can be documented and addressed instead of remaining unidentified.

That's the value of a more complete inspection.

It's not about finding more deficiencies for the sake of a number. It's about giving the people responsible for fire and life safety systems the information they need to decide what happens next.

Learn more or request a personalized demo: bit.ly/BRCDemo

We’re headed to AFSA45!

Booth 201 | September 27–30

We’re looking forward to connecting with the fire sprinkler community at this year’s AFSA Convention, Exhibition & Apprentice Competition.

If you’re attending, stop by Booth 201 to meet Trae Roberts and Clayton Bowen and see how BuildingReports' barcode-verified device data gives fire protection service providers airtight proof of presence and fewer callbacks.

With device-level inspection data and standardized workflows, service providers gain greater visibility into system condition, stronger documentation, and the information they need to confidently communicate findings and recommendations to their customers.

While you’re there, ask Trae and Clayton about what’s new, including the latest integrations, continued ScanSeries enhancements, and insights from the 2026 Fire & Life Safety Inspection Benchmark Report, built from nearly 16 million inspections and 750 million inspected devices.

Want to make sure you have time to connect? Schedule a time to meet with the BuildingReports team at AFSA45: bit.ly/BRC-AFSA

Whether you’re already part of the BuildingReports network or want to see what makes our approach different, we’d love to connect.

See you at AFSA45 and Booth 201!

Your most experienced inspector knows what to look for.

But what happens as your team grows?

Building a strong inspection operation means giving every technician, from the seasoned veteran to the newest member of the team, a process that supports the same high standard of work.

BuildingReports provides a structured, purpose-built approach to fire and life safety inspections, helping technicians consistently capture detailed information in the field and document what they find.

That means the expertise you've built doesn't have to live with just a handful of experienced inspectors. It can become part of the way your entire team works.

Because growing your inspection business shouldn't mean lowering the standard of the work you deliver.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/BRCDemo

It also takes the right tools.

Even the most experienced fire and life safety professional can be limited by inspection processes that rely on inconsistent workflows, generic forms, or incomplete documentation.

That's why inspection technology matters.

BuildingReports was built specifically for fire and life safety inspections, with standardized workflows and device-level data capture designed to provide greater visibility into the systems being inspected.

The results are measurable.

When companies switch to BuildingReports, their first inspection identifies an average of 37.2% more deficiencies than the previous inspection.

That added visibility gives service providers a more complete picture of system condition, helping them better inform customers, support compliance, and identify issues that need attention.

Because a thorough inspection isn't just about completing the job. It's about giving everyone who relies on that inspection better information to act on.

Learn more or request a personalized demo through the link in our bio.

One small component can significantly impact system performance.

The 2026 Fire & Life Safety Inspection Benchmark Report found that gauges generated more SprinklerScan deficiencies than any other device type, averaging 47 deficiencies for every 100 inspections.

And most weren't the result of catastrophic failures.

The most common deficiencies involved:
- Required maintenance
- Expired service intervals
- Wear and damage
- Missing or defective gauges

These routine issues can be easy to overlook, but they play an important role in keeping sprinkler systems compliant and ready to perform when needed.

Device-level inspection data helps service providers identify these deficiencies, support compliance, and recommend proactive maintenance before small issues become larger problems.

Download the 2026 Fire & Life Safety Inspection Benchmark Report: bit.ly/2026BMR

Data alone isn't a competitive advantage.

What you do with it is.

The strongest fire and life safety organizations use accurate, device-level inspection data to improve operations, strengthen customer relationships, uncover service opportunities, support compliance, and make smarter business decisions.

That's why every barcode scanned, every deficiency documented, and every inspection completed with BuildingReports creates value beyond the inspection report itself.

Better data leads to better decisions.

Every inspection generates data. The best organizations turn that data into a competitive advantage.

See how BuildingReports helps organizations transform inspection data into actionable insights: buildingreports.com

Please join us in welcoming Chris Hogan to the BuildingReports team as our new Member Success Manager for the Northeast Region.

Chris brings extensive experience in sales and account management, including a strong background in government sales. He joins BuildingReports with a passion for building strong customer relationships and helping organizations succeed.

As Member Success Manager, Chris will serve as a trusted resource for our members across the Northeast, helping them strengthen their operations, solve challenges, and achieve long-term success.

Welcome to the team, Chris! We're excited to have you on board.

Consistency is one of the most overlooked measures of an inspection program.

If two technicians inspect the same building, the outcome shouldn't depend on who's holding the scanner.

Customers expect the same level of thoroughness.

AHJs expect the same quality of documentation.

Trustworthy reports aren't optional, they're what service providers rely on to back their recommendations and build lasting customer relationships, anywhere in the world.

That's why leading inspection organizations rely on standardized workflows, device-level documentation, and consistent inspection processes from BuildingReports that help deliver the same high standard on every inspection.

Because confidence isn't built by one great inspector.

It's built by an inspection program that's consistently repeatable.

How long should an inspection actually take?

The occupancy you're inspecting can dramatically impact how long an inspection takes.

The 2026 Fire & Life Safety Inspection Benchmark Report found that FireScan inspections in storage occupancies took about one-quarter the time of inspections in healthcare occupancies.

Understanding these differences helps service providers improve:

• Scheduling
• Technician utilization
• Customer expectations
• Operational planning

Benchmarking data helps teams plan smarter and set more realistic expectations.

See more industry insights in the 2026 Fire & Life Safety Inspection Benchmark Report: bit.ly/2026BMR