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Modern Architecture

Structural Inspections

A structural inspection helps in confirming the integrity of the weight bearing components of a structure such as foundations, columns, beams, and slabs.  Using visual inspections, non-destructive testing, and limited destructive testing our structural engineers can diagnose and determine the extent of any structural issues/damage.  Our experience covers fire, wind, hail, rot and termite, slab cracking, and water intrusion.

 

Structural inspections are required for every residential and commercial building in Florida that is three stories or higher.  Our experience has revealed that any story building anywhere can sustain major structural issues that can financially be devastating to the owners when left undetected.

25-Year Initial Structural Inspection

Inspection to include:

  • Within three miles of the Florida coastline

  • Phase I - Visual inspection of building structure soundness and occupancy safety

  • Phase II – If signs of major damage are found in Phase I, then non-destructive     

  • and destructive testing will be performed to understand the extent of building damage

  • Inspection report with list of repairs to be performed

30-Year Initial Structural Inspection

Inspection to include:

  • Outside three miles of the Florida coastline

  • Phase I - Visual inspection of building structure soundness and occupancy safety

  • Phase II – If signs of major damage are found in Phase I, then non-destructive    

  • and destructive testing will be performed to understand the extent of building damage

  • Inspection report with list of repairs to be performed

10-Year Milestone (Recertification) Structural Inspection

Inspection to include:

  • Phase I - Visual inspection of building structure soundness and occupancy safety

  • Phase II – If signs of major damage are found in Phase I, then non-destructive    

  • and destructive testing will be performed to understand the extent of building damage

Pre-Loss Condition Inspection/
Testing Evaluation & Report

Inspection to include:

  • Pre-loss condition refers to the condition your property was in before the damage occurred

  • If you have a pre-loss condition report within 2 to 3 years of the storm event, there is more likely that your insurance claim won’t be contested

  • Roof, walls, windows, and doors documented condition

Balcony Inspections (Florida Statute 509.211(1)

Inspection to include:

  • Handrail inspection for safety, secure, code compliance, and free of defects

  • Application of 200-pound horizontal load on top rail for OSHA compliance

Wind Mitigation Report

Report to include:

  • Assesses your property’s ability to withstand hurricane and tropical storm winds

  • Homeowner (Unit Owner) can often submit the report to their insurer and obtain discounts up to 15% on their windstorm insurance

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