Why Get a CASp Survey?
California leads the nation in ADA lawsuits. A Certified Access Specialist (CASp) survey is your best defense.
Under SB 1608, having a CASp-inspected property grants you "Qualified Defendant" status, which can significantly reduce statutory damages and provide a stay of litigation in the event of a lawsuit.
Benefits of Certification
- Legal Protection: Shows "intent to comply," often deterring serial litigants.
- Clear Roadmap: Prioritized list of barriers to fix, from "readily achievable" to long-term.
- Blue Window Sign: State-issued certificate to display on your window.
Common Inspection Areas
Path of Travel
Sidewalk slopes, gaps in concrete, and ramp angles from the public right-of-way to your entrance.
Parking & Loading
Striping, signage, slope of spaces, and van-accessible aisle dimensions.
Restrooms & Interiors
Grab bar heights, sink clearance, door pressure, and clear floor space for turning.
CASp Survey Process
A proven five-step process to ensure thorough, code-compliant accessibility evaluation.
Pre-Survey Review
Review site plans, previous reports, and permit history
On-Site Measurement
Measure every path, slope, clearance, and fixture
Photo Documentation
Photograph all barriers and compliant elements
Code Analysis
Cross-reference findings against CBC and ADA standards
CASp Report
Certified report with barrier removal priorities
What We Inspect
Every element that affects accessibility is measured, documented, and evaluated against current code.
Photo Gallery
A look at our inspection process and documentation in the field.
Ramp Slope Measurement
Restroom Compliance Check
Accessible Building Entrance
CASp Survey Report
Sample Deliverables
Every CASp survey includes a comprehensive package of documentation and certifications.
What You Receive
- Certified CASp inspection report
- Barrier removal priority schedule
- Photo documentation of all findings
- Code reference for each violation
- Cost estimates for barrier removal
- State-issued CASp certificate upon compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the CASp survey process and ADA compliance.
A CASp (Certified Access Specialist Program) survey is an inspection by a state-certified professional who evaluates your property against ADA and California Building Code accessibility standards.
Not mandatory for all properties, but highly recommended. Under SB 1608, having a CASp inspection provides 'Qualified Defendant' status, which significantly reduces your exposure in ADA lawsuits.
Costs vary based on property size and complexity. A typical small retail space survey starts around $2,500–$4,000. Multi-building campuses are quoted individually.
After passing a CASp inspection, you receive a state-issued certificate that can be displayed in your window. It signals to the public—and potential plaintiffs—that your property has been professionally inspected for accessibility.
Yes. As a licensed general contractor, we can both identify barriers and perform the construction work to remove them. This includes ramp construction, restroom modifications, and parking lot re-striping.