The Commercial Property Inspector Podcast
The Commercial Inspector Podcast is produced by the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA®)—the leading organization for commercial property inspector training and professional development.
Tune into multiple series, including the Roundtable Meeting, a monthly discussion with inspectors from across the country, and Building Your Business, where industry leaders share practical tips and strategies. Whether you're looking to sharpen your inspection skills or grow your business, there's something here for you.
The Commercial Property Inspector Podcast
Building Your Business with CCPIA #22: Lucas Kirsch and Tyson Saelzer of Twenty20 Inspections and Inspectagram Software
Building Your Business with CCPIA® is a monthly video and podcast series featuring leading voices in the field. Each episode offers practical tips and insights into commercial property inspections, breaking down key trends and educational topics. It’s perfect for inspectors looking to grow and succeed.
April 18, 2025 — What happens when a builder-turned-inspector can’t find software that fits commercial work? He builds his own—and it’s changing how inspections get done.
In this episode of Building Your Business with CCPIA®, host Rob Claus welcomes special guests Lucas Kirsch, founder of Twenty20 Inspections and Inspectagram Software, and Tyson Saelzer, a CCPIA® Certified Commercial Property Inspector since 2022. Some of the key insights and practical takeaways include:
- From Builder to Business Owner: Learn how Lucas transitioned from building custom homes and commercial spaces to founding a thriving inspection that spans Canada and the U.S.
- Hiring Former Athletes: Find out why Lucas looks for athletic backgrounds when building his team and how drive, discipline, and teamwork carry over into the field.
- Expanding into Commercial: Hear how Twenty20 Inspections broke into commercial property inspections with large-scale inspections and strong relationships with CRE professionals. Tyson shares how one conversation with a commercial broker turned into a booming line of business.
- Built for Speed: Discover how Lucas created Inspectagram—a fully mobile inspection software with CCPIA® ComSOP templates, intuitive workflows, AI features, and a format that’s built for modern clients and multi-unit properties.
- Scaling Smart: Get a behind-the-scenes look at how this team handles huge projects—like 80-unit inspections in a day—using strong culture, smart systems, and tech-forward efficiency.
Real Talk About the Industry: Rob, Lucas, and Tyson dive into collaboration vs. competition, the evolving role of inspectors, and how CCPIA® training and inspection SOPs are raising the bar for the entire industry.
Inspectagram is available at the Apple Store and offers an exclusive discount to CCPIA® members — access the discount, view sample reports, and schedule a demo.