Storm Damage Inspections
Hurricane Damage? Professional Structural Storm Damage Inspections by Florida Engineering LLC.
Hurricane Helene & Milton Response & Inspection Services by Florida Engineering
On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida as a powerful Category 4 hurricane with sustained winds of 140 mph. On October 8, 2024 Hurricane Milton made landfall as a powerful Category 3 hurricane. The storm impacted most of the state, causing widespread structural damage, wind-related destruction, and potential flooding issues. Florida Engineering is here to support property managers, building owners, and insurance carriers in navigating the post-hurricane recovery process. We provide Fast. Accurate. Reliable. structural inspection services, repair plans, and essential code compliance reports to help bring properties back to safety and functionality.
Structural Inspections
In the aftermath of a hurricane, assessing the structural integrity of a building is crucial. Florida Engineering provides detailed structural inspections to identify damage from wind, flooding, or debris impact. We also offer repair plans to bring properties back into compliance with modern building codes.
- Key Services:
- Comprehensive Building Evaluations: Inspection of foundations, load-bearing walls, columns, and beams.
- Interior Buildout Inspections: Evaluation of interior spaces to ensure they are safe and meet structural requirements.
- Detailed Repair Plans: Our engineers create repair plans to guide contractors in the restoration of your building, ensuring compliance with all Florida building codes.
Roof Inspections
Roof damage is a common result of hurricanes, especially in high-wind areas. Florida Engineering conducts thorough roof inspections, ensuring not only the surface but also the structural components like trusses are safe and intact.
- Key Services:
- Truss Repair Plans: Inspections to identify damage to roof trusses and development of repair plans for contractors.
- Roof Material Inspection: Assessment of shingles, metal roofing, and flat roofs for damage and uplift.
- Leak Detection: Identify water intrusion and provide solutions for repairs.
Roof, Structural, Seawall - Repair Plans
While Florida Engineering does not perform the actual repairs, we create detailed repair plans that allow contractors to restore properties efficiently and safely. Our repair plans comply with the latest Florida Building Codes, ensuring the structure meets all current standards.
- Key Services:
- Customized repair plans based on thorough inspections
- Plans compliant with state regulations and codes
- Coordination with contractors to ensure smooth project execution
- Seawall Repair Plans due to storm surge.
- Dock, Pier Pilling Repair Plans
Property Inspection Reports on Damages
Providing accurate and detailed reports for insurance claims is essential for public adjusters, attorneys or insurance carriers to recover losses after a hurricane. Florida Engineering offers detailed damage reports tailored for insurance carriers, helping expedite the claims process.
- Key Services:
- Comprehensive damage assessments
- Reports that meet insurance carrier requirements
- Fast turnaround to assist with timely claim turnaround.
MEP Plans (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing)
Hurricane damage can severely impact mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Our engineers provide repair plans for these essential systems, ensuring they are restored to safe and efficient operational levels.
- Key Services:
- MEP Plans for complete structural new-builds.
- Design of repair and replacement plans for contractors
- Compliance with modern safety and efficiency standards
Code Review Reports
Ensuring your property complies with Florida's building codes is critical, especially when repairs are needed after a hurricane. Our team provides code review reports to ensure all necessary repairs meet current regulatory standards, helping protect your property from future risks.
- Key Services:
- Review of contractor repair plans for code compliance
- Compliance with Florida Building Codes and updated safety standards
- Assistance in bringing properties back to legal and structural compliance
Carport and Mobile Home Repair Plans
Florida Engineering provides detailed Carport and Mobile Home Repair Plans for properties affected by storm damage. After hurricanes or severe weather events, these structures are especially vulnerable to high winds, debris impacts, and water damage. Our team of experienced engineers creates comprehensive repair plans, ensuring that your carport or mobile home meets safety and compliance standards.
Carport Repair Plans:
Our carport repair services include assessments of the support columns, roofing, and foundation. We offer repair plans tailored to ensure the structure's ability to withstand future storms and meet Florida’s building codes.
Mobile Home Repair Plans:
Mobile homes often experience significant damage during storms. Our engineers evaluate the mobile home's foundation, roof, and anchoring system to create detailed repair plans that ensure stability and compliance with all safety regulations.
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