CASp Inspection Cost & Pricing
How Much Does a CASp Inspection Cost in California?
The cost of a CASp inspection depends on the size, type and complexity of the property, as well as the areas and accessibility features included in the inspection.
For many small to medium commercial properties, a CASp inspection typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Larger or more complex facilities may require additional inspection time and are priced based on the scope of work.
For example, a small retail space without dedicated parking or public restrooms generally requires less inspection time than a hotel, shopping center or larger commercial property with multiple accessible routes, restrooms, parking areas and other accessibility features.
Your CASp inspection fee includes the on-site accessibility evaluation and preparation of a detailed CASp report documenting the conditions evaluated, accessibility issues identified and recommended corrective actions.
Because every property is different, Proactive Access provides a project-specific estimate before the inspection so you understand the scope and cost of the service before moving forward.
What Affects the Cost of a CASp Inspection?
Every property is different, so CASp inspection pricing is based on the amount of time and work required to evaluate the facility and prepare the inspection report.
Several factors can affect the cost of a CASp inspection:
Property Size — Larger facilities generally require more time to inspect and document than smaller commercial spaces.
Property Type — A small retail store may have fewer accessibility features to evaluate than a restaurant, hotel, medical facility, shopping center, or multi-building property.
Parking and Exterior Areas — Properties with parking lots, passenger loading zones, exterior accessible routes, or multiple entrances may require additional field evaluation.
Restrooms and Interior Features — The number of public restrooms, service counters, dining areas, doors, routes, and other accessibility features can affect the scope of the inspection.
Number of Buildings or Tenant Spaces — Shopping centers, business parks, and properties with multiple buildings or tenant spaces typically require a larger inspection scope.
Inspection Scope — A comprehensive CASp inspection of a property generally requires more time than an evaluation limited to specific areas or accessibility concerns.
Before scheduling your inspection, Proactive Access reviews the basic property information and requested scope so we can provide a clear project-specific estimate.
Service Plans
ADA Inspection
An ADA inspection evaluates applicable areas and accessibility features of a property using the federal ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
This service can be appropriate for businesses and organizations seeking an evaluation focused specifically on federal ADA accessibility requirements, including companies with properties in multiple states that want a consistent federal accessibility standard used across their portfolio.
Following the inspection, you receive a report documenting the accessibility barriers identified and recommended corrective actions.
For properties in California, an ADA inspection and a CASp inspection serve different purposes. A CASp inspection is performed by a California Certified Access Specialist and considers applicable California construction-related accessibility requirements in addition to relevant federal requirements.
CASp Inspection
A CASp inspection is performed by a California Certified Access Specialist and evaluates applicable areas of a property for relevant federal and California construction-related accessibility requirements.
The inspection includes an on-site accessibility evaluation followed by a detailed CASp report documenting the areas evaluated, accessibility barriers identified, applicable requirements, and recommended corrective actions.
A CASp inspection can help California property and business owners understand existing accessibility conditions and develop a practical plan for addressing identified barriers.
When the applicable requirements are satisfied, a CASp inspection may also provide certain legal benefits under California law for construction-related accessibility claims. Eligibility depends on the circumstances and additional statutory requirements.
Limited-Scope Accessibility Inspection
A limited-scope accessibility inspection focuses on specific areas, elements, or accessibility concerns rather than evaluating the entire property.
This service can be appropriate when a property owner, business, architect, or contractor needs an accessibility evaluation related to a particular project or condition, such as accessible parking, an entrance, path of travel, restroom, service counter, or planned alteration.
The scope is defined before the inspection so you know exactly which areas and accessibility features will be evaluated.
Because a limited-scope inspection does not evaluate the entire facility, findings are limited to the areas and elements included in the agreed-upon scope of work.
What Should You Compare When Choosing a CASp Inspector?
CASp inspection fees can vary between providers, so it is important to understand what is included in the scope of work before comparing estimates based on price alone.
When evaluating a CASp inspector, consider the detail of the proposed inspection, the quality of the final report, the inspector's experience, and whether you will receive practical guidance after the inspection.
A comprehensive CASp report should clearly document the accessibility conditions evaluated and make the findings easy for property owners and other professionals to understand. Depending on the conditions identified, useful documentation may include photographs, field measurements, applicable code references, diagrams, and recommended corrective actions.
Before hiring a CASp inspector, consider asking for a sample report, confirming the proposed inspection scope, verifying the inspector's CASp certification, and asking what assistance is available if you have questions about the findings after receiving the report.
Proactive Access provides prospective clients with access to a sample CASp report so you can understand the level of documentation you can expect before scheduling an inspection.
CASp Inspection Cost Examples by Property Type
Property type can have a significant impact on CASp inspection cost because different facilities contain different numbers and types of accessibility features.
Small Retail & Office Spaces — Smaller tenant spaces with limited public areas, no dedicated parking, and few accessibility features are generally less complex to evaluate.
Restaurants — Restaurants may require evaluation of parking, entrances, dining areas, service counters, restrooms, accessible routes, and other customer-use areas.
Medical & Dental Offices — Accessibility evaluations may include parking and exterior routes as well as entrances, reception areas, patient-use spaces, restrooms, and other applicable features.
Hotels & Lodging Facilities — Lodging properties can require significantly larger inspection scopes because of guest rooms, common areas, parking, routes, amenities, and other accessibility features.
Shopping Centers & Multi-Tenant Properties — Larger sites may include multiple accessible routes, parking areas, tenant entrances, common areas, and other exterior and interior accessibility features.
Other Commercial Properties — Proactive Access also evaluates office buildings, schools, entertainment facilities, business parks, and other properties where the inspection scope is determined by the size, use, and accessibility features of the facility.
These examples illustrate why two properties with similar square footage may not have the same CASp inspection cost. We review the characteristics and requested scope of each property before providing an estimate.