Building Inspection Services

Periodic Inspection of Designated Buildings

We carry out periodic inspections of designated buildings under Article 12, Paragraph 1 of the Building Standards Act, examining the building's maintenance status and regulatory compliance item by item as prescribed.

• Site and ground inspection
• Building exterior inspection
• Rooftop and roof inspection
• Building interior inspection
• Inspection of evacuation facilities and emergency entry points

Periodic Inspection of Building Equipment

We carry out periodic inspections of building equipment under Article 12, Paragraph 3 of the Building Standards Act, verifying the function of ventilation systems, smoke exhaust systems, emergency lighting, and water supply and drainage systems to ensure safety.

• Ventilation system inspection
• Smoke exhaust system inspection
• Emergency lighting inspection
• Water supply and drainage system inspection

Periodic Inspection of Fire Protection Equipment

We carry out periodic inspections of fire protection equipment under Article 12 of the Building Standards Act. Under this system, a qualified specialist inspects and reports on the operating condition of fire doors, fire shutters, and similar equipment in buildings such as hospitals, hotels, and retail premises.

• Fire doors
• Fire shutters
• Fire-resistant fabric screens
• Drencher systems, etc.

Exterior Wall Inspection

We carry out full hammering tests of exterior walls under Article 12 of the Building Standards Act. Detecting delamination and separation of tiles, mortar, and similar finishes early prevents falling-object accidents. Beyond the legal obligation, this inspection is also important for keeping maintenance costs appropriate and preserving the building's value.

• Hammer-sounding surveys(rope access method)
• Infrared thermography survey
• Drone survey (infrared)

Deterioration Diagnosis Survey

This survey establishes the condition of a building to inform maintenance planning, making it possible to extend the building's service life at an appropriate cost. The survey covers a wide range of itemized building elements, assessed by visual inspection.

Main elements inspected: structural frame, roof waterproofing, exterior coatings, steelwork coatings, sealants, interior finishes, exterior works, electrical systems, and water supply, drainage, and sanitary systems

Seismic Inspection of Non-Structural Components

We inspect and evaluate safety measures to protect children from falling and toppling objects during earthquakes, following the Guidebook on Seismic Retrofitting of Non-Structural Components in School Facilities published by Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) in March 2010.

Seismic Evaluation

Seismic evaluation is a critical process for assessing the structural performance of existing buildings and ensuring earthquake safety. At Ishiguro Archiconnect, seasoned experts—including Class-1 Registered Architects for Structural Design—conduct precise evaluations in compliance with the Building Standards Act and relevant guidelines.