BuildOps + Inspect Point: The Connected Workflow for Fire Contractors

Fire protection work doesn’t stop at inspection—it’s compliance, quoting, field coordination, and getting the right eyes on every deficiency before it becomes a problem. For too long, those pieces lived in different systems. BuildOps and Inspect Point just fixed that.

We brought together Inspect Point Co-Founder Drew Slocum, BuildOps Solutions Engineer Chelsea Martin, and Partnerships Lead Nate Tockerman to walk through a brand-new integration that connects fire and life safety inspections directly to the rest of your workflow.

Here’s your quick-hit recap:

The Problem: Static Forms, Disconnected Teams

Fire contractors have long been stuck with outdated tools:

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Static PDFs that don’t update with code changes
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Multiple systems that don’t talk to each other
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Manual follow-up for deficiencies, billing, and scheduling

Even as more teams moved off pen and paper, they found themselves bouncing between field apps, Excel sheets, and compliance portals—wasting time and risking missed work.

“Forms are really just a Band-Aid,” Slocum said. “They don’t track assets, they’re static, and they don’t keep up with code changes. That might work for other trades—but fire protection is too complex for that.”

What’s New: A Fully Connected Workflow

The BuildOps + Inspect Point integration creates a seamless link between field inspections, asset data, deficiencies, and office workflows.

Here’s what that actually looks like:

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Create a job in BuildOps, mark it as an inspection, and it automatically syncs with Inspect Point
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Assets and inspection types populate dynamically based on NFPA codes and system types (e.g., NFPA 25 for sprinklers, NFPA 72 for alarms)
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Techs complete inspections in the field, capture deficiencies, and send signed reports—all from a single mobile flow
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Office staff see deficiencies instantly, build quotes in one click, and stay in sync with fire marshals and compliance engines

“We built this integration to flow seamlessly between the office and the field,” Martin said. “From asset tracking to inspection types, everything’s tied to NFPA codes and built to meet compliance out of the box.”

Why Now?

So why has it taken until 2025 for this to exist?

“There’s no silver bullet,” Tockerman said. “A lot of legacy solutions missed the mark. But the new generation of contractors expects mobile-first, code-compliant, integrated tools—and now the tech’s ready.”

What used to take double entry and workarounds now happens in one place, with less risk and faster turnaround.

Common Questions, Answered

Do I need both BuildOps and Inspect Point?

Yes. This workflow connects the two systems and is available now. Just reach out to your rep.

Is it too advanced for small teams?

Nope. If inspections and compliance are a bottleneck—even for a small crew—it’s worth exploring.

Does it work with subcontractors?

Yes. You can manually upload 3rd-party reports or use Inspect Point’s subcontracting tools.

What devices are supported?

BuildOps works on iOS and Android. Inspect Point is currently iOS only (best on iPads).

Want to See It for Yourself?

Book a Demo to schedule a walkthrough customized to your setup.