Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Certified Building Code Compliance Services
TPI Building Code Consultants has provided professional code consultation, inspections, and plan reviews since 1997, establishing itself as an industry leader. As a family-owned business, we combine personalized service with extensive expertise in building codes and compliance. Our team of certified professionals delivers timely, code-compliant solutions tailored to municipal needs across Chicagoland and nationwide.We uphold values of customer service, excellence, ethical behavior, and economic efficiency while protecting public health and safety through code-compliant structures. Our staff includes Master Code Professionals, Certified Building Officials, and licensed plumbers who serve all disciplines including building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
Services
Code Consulting
Plan Reviews
Building Inspections
Plumbing Inspections
Fire Protection Reviews
Accessibility Compliance
Zoning Compliance
Emergency Inspections
Code Enforcement
RPZ Tracking
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer free phone consultations for current customers
- All reviews and inspections performed by Certified and/or Licensed professionals
- Guaranteed 10 business day turnaround for plan reviews
- All commercial plan reviews conducted by Master Code Professionals
- We provide services following your adopted codes and municipal amendments
Associations and certifications
- International Code Council (ICC)
Services
Code Consulting
Our code consulting services help municipalities update building codes and resolve compliance issues. With expertise in International Building Code, National Electrical Code, and state-specific regulations, we provide authoritative interpretations. Our team assists with zoning compliance programs and RPZ tracking while maintaining strict adherence to adopted codes and amendments.
Plan Reviews
We conduct comprehensive plan reviews for all building disciplines including commercial/residential, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire, and accessibility systems. All commercial reviews are performed by ICC Master Code Professionals with guaranteed 10-business-day turnaround. Expedited 5-day service available for urgent projects, with nationwide service expansion.
Building Inspections
Our certified inspectors provide full-time, part-time, or as-needed building inspections covering all disciplines. Services include emergency inspections, weekend/holiday availability, and efficient scheduling with same-day request processing. We supply all necessary insurance, vehicles, and equipment to reduce municipal costs.
People
JoAnne Tisinai
Chief Executive Officer
JoAnne Tisinai leads T.P.I. with strategic vision, overseeing operations and ensuring adherence to the company's core values of customer service and economic efficiency since its founding.
Steve J. Tisinai
President, Certified Illinois Plumbing Inspector
Steve J. Tisinai serves as President and certified plumbing inspector, combining leadership with hands-on expertise in Illinois plumbing code compliance and inspection services.
Steve V. Tisinai
Master Code Professional, Certified Illinois Plumbing Inspector
Steve V. Tisinai contributes specialized code expertise as both a Master Code Professional and certified plumbing inspector, ensuring technical excellence in all compliance assessments.
Joe J. Tisinai
Master Code Professional, Certified Illinois Plumbing Inspector
Joe J. Tisinai provides dual expertise in code compliance and plumbing inspections, maintaining high standards through his Master Code Professional certification and state licensing.
Chuck Riforgiate
Master Code Professional, Certified Fire Marshall
Chuck Riforgiate specializes in fire safety compliance as both a Master Code Professional and Certified Fire Marshall, ensuring comprehensive fire protection code adherence.
Questions
What services does T.P.I. offer?
We provide code consulting, plan reviews, building inspections, plumbing inspections, fire protection reviews, accessibility compliance, zoning compliance, emergency inspections, code enforcement, and RPZ tracking.
Are your staff certified professionals?
Yes, all reviews and inspections are performed by Certified Building Officials, Master Code Professionals, and Illinois Licensed Plumbers.
How quickly do you complete plan reviews?
Standard turnaround is 10 business days, with expedited 5-day service available for an additional fee.
Do you serve areas outside Chicagoland?
While based in Chicagoland, we now offer plan review services nationwide.
What makes T.P.I. different from competitors?
We combine family-owned personalized service with big-firm expertise, offering guaranteed turnaround times and village volume discounts.
Can you handle emergency inspections?
Yes, we provide on-call emergency inspection services 24/7 with no additional fees for urgent requests.
