Structural Integrity
Phase 1 or Phase 2?
Phase 1 Inspection
A phase 1 inspection is an overall visual inspection and may include some level of 'destructive' testing - chipping away defective concrete to examine reinforcing steel or chase a water leak is an example. The statute calls for a 'visual' inspection. Engineering experience and responsibility requires some physical level of defect examination. We have a list of standardized defect names and conditions used for in-house evaluation. The phase 1 may also include manipulative actions including concrete 'sounding' or wood penetration testing. We try to avoid a Phase 2 finding by using a detailed defect ranking system with an analysis to determine if SSD is present. Deficiencies with less than Phase 2 status are documented in our report.
Phase 2 Inspection
Phase 2 is a process used to make required repairs.
A phase 2 inspection is required if the phase 1 inspection reveals 'substantial structural damage/deterioration'-or to investigate a significant anomaly. The Florida Building Code has specifications for the level of damage.
Phase 2 requires an intrusive investigation and development of a remediation plan. A phase 2 finding is very serious and could affect insurance rates, occupancy / rental contracts, and the value of your property.
Phase 2 means your building is in a significantly distressed state and may need to be condemned or evacuated.
Compliance with Florida laws
Florida Milestone Inspection LLC carries business liability insurance and our engineer has professional liability insurance as is required by F.A.C. 61G-15 for engineers providing inspection services.
Why Hire Us?
State Registration
Florida Milestone Inspection LLC is a State of Florida registered engineering company as required by Florida Statute 471. Some companies hire an engineer on a per contract basis and don’t have an engineer to "qualify" the business. It may not be legal to offer engineering or architecture services without being a DPR registered company. Check a company DPR credentials at link "myFloridaLicense.com"
Expert Inspection
We focus on providing a thorough milestone inspection developed by engineers with years of field and laboratory inspection, analysis and reporting experience. The Association can use the report details to request independent bids for repairs. An Association has a choice who to hire and how to control costs.
Automation
Florida Milestone Inspection LLC uses a drone instead of man lifts. It takes much less time plus produces a 'ultra' high definition video, thermal, and photographic record. Cracks as small as 0.007" in width have been documented.
Fewer employees and technology innovation lowers costs.
Process Optimization
We have a process plan which is coordinated in advance with your Association, follows an easy to read punch list, and is efficient. We use standardized forms for inspection date notices.
We offer a 5 day pre-inspection notice for posting to enhance your privacy.
Structural Integrity
Our SIRS is primarily based upon your building history. It reflects a more accurate picture of real cost escalation over time. Don't only consider cost projections from a contractor affiliated firm.
We don't implement repairs but we have contacts providing real world cost estimates.
Signed Certification
We provide a signed and raised seal certificate of compliance for the lobby. A full report and separate summary are also provided. Any seller or potential tenant can see the lobby certificate and We offer a multiple building discount .
Welcome to FMI_LLC Reserve Study Secrets
Maintenance and Repair Trend Line
The environment a building lives in can have an effect on structural integrity and durability. The Roman Colliseum is still standing. A trend line calculation based upon existing maintenance records can more accurately predict future costs for a particular building.
Cost trends tied to the construction cost escalator
The structural integrity construction cost escalator provides a national average increase in construction costs to predict future expenses. This percentage of increase is often higher than the general inflation rate.
Published interest rate history
Managing structural integrity requires forecasting construction and maintenance costs. Interest rate changes don't follow a straight trend line and may differ for commercial, residential, investment instruments, or other categories.
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