September 15, 2025
Introduction In the wake of the tragic Surfside condominium collapse in 2021, Florida lawmakers took decisive action to prevent another disaster. The Florida Building Safety Act […]
August 20, 2025
In Episode 3 of Campfire Talks with Florida Engineering, Lightning Engineering, and Gunderson Engineering, we sit down with Larry Lipke, head of our commercial and residential […]
August 15, 2025
When hurricane season approaches, Florida homeowners start thinking about storm shutters, backup generators, and—yes—the pool. One common question is whether draining your pool will protect it […]
August 12, 2025
Phase 2 inspections have become a crucial element in Florida’s building safety ecosystem—particularly in response to recent legislation following the Surfside condominium collapse. These inspections go […]
August 8, 2025
A span chart is a structural reference tool—often in tabular form—that tells you how far a structural member (like a joist or rafter) can span safely […]
August 7, 2025
Florida’s reputation for sun and surf comes with a hidden cost—rapid structural wear on buildings exposed to salt air, humidity, and storms. In response to past […]
August 4, 2025
The structural safety of Florida’s aging buildings is no longer optional—it’s regulated, recurring, and essential. With SB 4-D and now HB 913 in effect, the state […]
June 25, 2025
Table of Contents Background: The Push for Reform Florida condominium associations are now staring down a non-negotiable deadline: by December 31, 2025, all buildings three stories […]
June 18, 2025
Introduction For homeowners and builders in Florida, proper placement of private wells and onsite sewage systems is not just about compliance—it’s about protecting drinking water and […]