Commercial Inspections
Commercial Vehicle Inspections — CVIP
Licensed Facility. Annual Inspections. Fleet Programs.
Licensed CVIP Facility in Sylvan Lake
Running a fleet? We offer maintenance programs to keep your vehicles compliant and on the road. One shop for inspections, repairs, and ongoing maintenance.
Vehicles We Inspect
Commercial vehicles without air brake systems
Commercial trucks without air brakes
Utility trailers and commercial trailers
School buses and charter buses
Medical transport vehicles
Delivery and service vans
Air brake systems require a heavy-duty facility
When Is a CVIP Required?
Intra-provincial (within Alberta): 11,794 kg+ GVW — Annual
Extra-provincial (crossing borders): 4,500 kg+ GVW — Annual
Buses (10+ passengers including driver): Any weight — Semi-annual
If your vehicle operates commercially and meets these thresholds, it needs a current CVIP certificate and decal.
The Inspection Process
• Brake disassembly and measurement
• Wheel removal and inspection
• Steering and suspension evaluation
• Lighting and electrical systems
• Tires, wheels, and coupling devices
• Body and frame inspection
• Full safety system check
We follow the criteria in Alberta's Commercial Vehicle Inspection Manual. Pass/fail is based on government standards—no opinion involved.
If You Pass
CVIP certificate, decal showing expiration, documentation for records
If You Fail
Documentation of deficiencies, repair here or elsewhere, return for re-inspection
Fleet Maintenance Programs
We want your fleet. Let us handle the tracking and scheduling.
Never miss a CVIP due date. We track your fleet and contact you when inspections are coming due.
Preventive maintenance keeps vehicles on the road. We build a schedule that fits your operation.
Need records for a compliance audit? We maintain complete service history for your fleet vehicles.
Fleet clients get priority booking. When you need a vehicle back on the road, we make it happen.
Who We Work With
• Landscaping and construction companies
• Property management fleets
• Medical transport and ambulance services
• School and charter bus operators
• Delivery and courier services
• Any business with commercial vehicles
Call us to discuss your fleet: (403) 887-0440
About the CVIP Program
• Maintain facility standards set by the province
• Pass regular compliance audits
• License technicians through the program
• Follow inspection criteria from the Commercial Vehicle Inspection Manual
Inspections are standardized. Our technicians make observations and compare them to government guidelines—pass/fail is determined by the manual, not opinion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about CVIP inspections
How long does a CVIP inspection take?
Typically 1-2 hours, depending on the vehicle. Inspections require brake disassembly and wheel removal, so it's not a quick walk-around.
What if my CVIP has expired?
You can still drive directly to an inspection facility—but only there. No stops. If pulled over, you must show proof of a scheduled appointment. Get it handled before it expires.
Do you inspect vehicles with air brakes?
No. Air brake systems require a heavy-duty facility. We inspect light trucks, trailers, buses, and other commercial vehicles without air brakes.
Can you do repairs if my vehicle fails?
Yes. We're a full-service shop. If your vehicle fails inspection, we can quote and complete repairs, then re-inspect once work is done. One stop.
How do your fleet programs work?
We track your vehicles, schedule inspections and maintenance, and maintain service records. Contact us to discuss your fleet—every operation is different.
Book Your CVIP Inspection
Licensed facility since 2006. Fleet inquiries welcome.