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William J. Zinn & Associates Zinspection (TM)
Building and home contractors, investors, engineering firms, insurance companies and architects:

WE WORK WITH YOU!

We assist Realtors and agents, mortgage brokers, lenders and attorneys with property evaluations and analyses, and we strongly advocate using their services in any real estate transaction.

Our founder, William J. Zinn, has over 20 years experience in the building and construction industry; serving both commercial and residential markets. His technical expertise has been nationally recognized and published.
HOME INSPECTIONS
The ZinspectionTM Advantage when buying a home:
  • Receive a processional, non-biased analysis.
  • Identify faulty items in need of repair.
  • Know what maintenance to expect before you buy.
  • Have "peace of mind" and confidence when making buying decisions.
   The ZinspectionTM Advantage when selling a home:
  • Put your home in the best possible condition for sale.
  • Control needed repair costs.
  • Increase buyer confidence.
  • Eliminate costly last minute repairs that delay closing.
  • Protect yourself from liability after the sale.
Home inspections - exterior, interiorEach ZinspectionTM is custom designed to illustrate and describe the style, type, construction and functional elements of the home inspected, and to assist the buyer and seller in evaluating the overall condition of the building and property.

Our surveys typically include, but may not be limited to, these areas:

  • UTILITIES: Electrical - Plumbing - Cooling and Heating – Water Heaters
  • STRUCTURAL: Foundations - Walls - Floors - Roofs - Skylights - Gutters - Downspouts - Doors - Windows - Decks
  • GENERAL: Overall condition and quality relative to age, style and locale
  • INTERIOR: Attic Insulation & Ventilation - Floors – Walls - Stairways - Fire Places - Fixtures - Kitchen Appliances
  • EXTERIOR: Grading - Driveways - Sidewalks - Pools - Patios - Fencing - Hot Tubs
  • REPORT: Property walk through - On site discussion - Professional narrative report with photos

TERMITE INSPECTIONS ARE NOT A PART OF OUR INSPECTION
Additional Testing Services Offered:
  • Termite & Wood Destroying Organism
  • Lead Paint (Title 10)
  • Septic Tanks
  • Fresh Water Wells
   Call for rates and availability:
  • Radon Gas Screening
  • Asbestos Content
  • Air Quality Standards
  • Security System Tests
Our ZinspectionTM is a visual survey process, customized to YOUR needs, using current industry guidelines to illustrate the condition of a property.
  • You will be able to accompany our inspector and discuss any items of your concern as they are being observed.
  • Our inspector will be most happy to discuss any issue concerning our survey, the property, maintenance or other services that might help you in your property assessment.
  • Within 72 hours of your service request, we will inspect the property, compile our findings and present to you our illustrative, written report.
  • Your report will be kept in our "active file" for one year after your ZinspectionTM.

ZinspectionTM pricing is based upon the style and type of home, property size, location and extra tests selected.  Payment in full is due at time of inspection

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COMMERCIAL SERVICES

William J. Zinn & Associates provides real estate "due diligence" services for investor and owner groups concerning properties and/or projects involving existing improvements or new site plans. Whether an industrial complex, commercial office building, retail center or new development, our goal is to provide customized, confidential, non-bias, services that not only detail the property or project, but also address those specific interests and special needs of our client.

Investment properties:

Our "condition of property survey" analysis and report provides site-specific, current information about the property and improvements not readily attainable through typical real estate sources. We visually observe the site, major construction components of the improvements and related support systems or services. Upon completion, a bound and detailed report is submitted utilizing photographs and descriptive illustrations, presented in a user friendly format, to fully describe the physical condition of the asset. Approximate cost of repair information for correcting any deficient conditions discovered during the survey is also included.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: site layout, aerials, legal description, zoning status, and illustrations;

STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS: foundation and structure, roofing and insulation; exterior and interior wall systems, floors and elevators;

UTILITY SERVICES: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, water, gas and service supplies

SITEWORK: grading, water drainage systems, parking lots, walks, landscaping, and retention ponds

ADDITIONAL SERVICES: can include wood destroying organisms, lead paint, radon gas, asbestos, air quality, security systems, ADA, specialized testing services, environmental and demographic studies.

Specialized roofing analysis and consulting services.

New Development projects:

We offer owner representation, project management and administrative services that comply with lender qualifications and governmental requirements. We address environmental, design and construction issues, and contract project administration. As each project has its specific requirements, each program of services is customized to encompass the necessary elements of the project by providing those essential services, while maintaining the thoroughness and non-bias integrity that is the heart of our service goal.

Professional Affiliations:
  • American College of Forensic Examiners
  • Certified Commercial Building Inspectors
  • Certified HUD 203(k) Consultant
  • Construction Specifications Institute
  • National Roofing Contractors Association
  • North Tampa Chamber of Commerce
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Photo - William J. Zinn About William J. Zinn, Founder
General Roofing Expertise

Roofing Types:
  • Dead Level, Flat and Sloped Decks
  • Standing Sewn Metal Roofing
  • Multi-Story High Rises
  • Gabled Shingle, Tile and Wood Shake
  • Tapered Insulation Systems
  • Geodesic Dome Sheeting

Roofing Assemblies & Specifications:
  • Built up Roofing (Graveled, Smooth & Coated)
  • Modified Bitumen Sheet (Mineral Surfaced & Coated)
  • Single Ply Systems (EPDM - PVC - Hypalon - Polymers; Ballasted, Mechanically Attached & Adhered)
  • Cold-Process Applied Sheet Systems (Mineral Surfaced, Coated & Smooth)
  • Roof Coatings (Fibered/NonFibered, Emulsions, Aluminum Coatings, Spray Urethanes & Acrylics)
  • Insulation Systems, Decking Systems, Accessories and Equipment
  • American Institute of Architects
  • Factory Mutual
  • Construction Specifications Institute

Roofing Project Management:
  • Roofing Inspections
  • Repair & Replacement Analyses
  • Budget Planning
  • Specification Design & Writing
  • Contractor Evaluation
  • Bid Document Preparation
  • Bid Solicitation & Evaluation
  • Warranty Evaluation
  • Turn-key Project Management
  • Progressive Payment Review
  • Forensic Analyses
  • Expert Witness Testimony
About William J. Zinn

Education

  • Formal: 
  • B.S. Industrial Engineering & Management, Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri.
  • Major course studies in Electrical Engineering and Business Management
  • Roofing Industry: ( Courses, Seminars and Service Training)
  • Celotex Corporation
  • CertainTeed Corporation
  • Colonial Rubber Company
  • Construction Specifications Institute
  • Dura-Last, Inc.
  • Firestone Industrial Products (Roofing Division)
  • GAF Corporation
  • Information Services for Buildings
  • Inspection Training Associates
  • International Rubber Systems, Inc.
  • J.P. Stevens
  • Koppers's Company
  • Lucas Tapered Insulation Systems
  • National Roofing contractor's Association
  • Owens Coming
  • Roofing Industry Educational Institute
  • Seiman's
  • U.S. Air National Guard (Roofing Specifications)
  • Real Estate & Project Management: (Courses, Seminars and Technical Training)
  • American Management Associates
  • Bert Rodgers School of Real Estate
  • Century 21 School of Real Estate
  • FEMA Disaster Training Courses
  • Florida Real Estate Commission; Div of R.E.
  • Ford Motor Management Institute
  • Certifications & Licensure:
  • Fellow of American College of Forensic Examiners
  • HUD 203 (k) Consultant
  • Licensed Florida Realtor (Salesman)
  • Commercial Property Inspection
  • FEMA Disaster Housing Inspection
  • ISB Home Inspection
  • Professional & Business Organizations:
  • American College of Forensic Examiners
  • Building Owners & Managers Association
  • Carrollwood Area Business Association
  • Construction Specifications Institute
  • Economic Growth Organization
  • Florida Association of Realtors
  • Greater Tampa Association of Realtors
  • International Facility Managers Association
  • National Roofing Contractor's Association
  • North Tampa Chamber of Commerce (Director)
About William J. Zinn

Experience

  • Roof Consulting and Contracting:
  • 1974 - 1989 --- President and owner of Tri Spec Systems, Inc., a roofing contracting firm engaged in roof consulting and installation. Directed up to 100 professional, staff, unionized labor and support personnel in all business operations including product and service marketing, fiscal policy and administration, staffing, and field operations as well as project design, selection, specification writing and installations for various types of roofing systems for industrial plants, facilities, commercial concerns and residences in the public and private sectors ranging in scope and size from 5,000 to over 500,000 square, feet per project with gross annual sales exceeding $3,000,000.
  • Our efforts and achievements have been published in various trade magazines and news releases. In 1984, Tri Spec Systems, Inc. achieved national recognition for project quality, design, professionalism, application and fiscal success and was ranked 29, nationally, by Contractor's Guide Magazine in their list of the "TOP 50 CONTRACTORS" in the U.S.
  • Our customer base included Fortune 500 companies, heavy industrial and commercial manufacturers, small businesses, general contractors, institutions, public sector projects, residential developments and individuals residences.
  • Additionally, Tri Spec Systems, Inc. provided preventive roofing maintenance seminars for plant engineers, maintenance departments and management personnel, as well as programs and product lines for "in-house" use.
  • Business and assets were sold in 1989.
  • Roof Consulting, Building Inspections and Real Estate Due Diligence:
  • 1989 - 1990 --- Relocated to Tampa, Florida. Employed by Professional Service Industries., Inc. as a roofing consultant. Duties included roofing inspections, evaluations, specification writing and project management for public and private sector business.
  • 1990 - Present --- Created and directs William J. Zinn and Associates, a commercial and residential inspection services firm capitalizing on previous years of experience and expertise. The firm has expanded its scope of operations to include residential and commercial building inspections and real estate "due diligence" services, while emphasizing its strong roofing expertise. Forensic examinations, analyses and project management services are provided to home owners, commercial and industrial concerns, developer, banking, mortgage, legal and insurance carrier markets.
  • Employment History Summary
  • 1990 to present: William L Zinn & Associates, Tampa, Florida
  • Owner/Operator, Consultant
  • Commercial/Residential Building Inspection, Consulting and Project Management Services
  • 1989 – 1990: Professional Services Industries, Inc., Clearwater, Florida,
  • Roofing Consultant
  • National Geo-Technical and Roof Consulting Services for Industrial and Commercial Customers.
  • 1974 – 1989: Tri Spec Systems, Inc., St. Louis, Missouri
  • Owner and President
  • Roofing Contracting Firm Providing Consulting, Planning and installation of BLJR, Single Ply, Modified and Repair Systems to Commercial, Industrial, Institutional and Residential Markets.
  • 1970 – 1974: Wagner Electric Corporation, St. Louis, Missouri
  • Plant Engineering Manager
  • Directed all Physical Plant and Facility Maintenance Operations and Expansion Developments (3 Local Facilities; I Out of State)
  • 1966 – 1970: Ford Motor Company, St. Louis, Missouri
  • Plant Engineering Supervisor
  • Supervised Skilled Tradesmen, Preventive Maintenance Coordinator
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Zinspection (TM)
William J. Zinn & Associates
(813) 963-1720		 Fax: 960-9041
E-Mail Address: wzinnre@gte.net

4244 Golf Club Lane
Tampa, FL 33624

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