Prema Consulting Group provides comprehensive building safety recertification services in accordance with Florida regulations. Beginning at 25 years of age, buildings are required to undergo a recertification process to ensure both structural and electrical systems meet the required safety standards for continued occupancy.
Maintain safety and operational standards by following local municipalities that require regular recertification inspections.
Expert evaluations that ensure the safety and longevity of Florida's ageing buildings, meeting regulatory requirements for continued occupancy.
Meticulous documentation to ensure compliance and enable smooth communication with local authorities throughout the recertification process.
Navigating Florida's intricate regulatory landscape for building safety can be daunting, especially with continuously changing laws and county-specific stipulations. At Prema Consulting Group, we combine local expertise with a deep understanding of regulations to prioritize the safety of your properties and investments. Our comprehensive assessments of internal and external structural elements ensure compliance with codes based on building age or local mandates.
Unlike milestone inspections, recertification requirements vary by county and local jurisdiction, particularly in South Florida (e.g., Miami-Dade and Broward Counties). These safety recertifications ensure both the structural and electrical safety of buildings. Safety recertification programs typically include:
40-year recertification (previously 30-year milestone), with inspections every 10 years thereafter.
Structural system assessments focus on two primary considerations: material degradation and structural component integrity/movement over time.
Electrical system assessments, which may include infrared thermography for systems operating at 400 amperes or more, depending on jurisdiction.
Our experienced engineers conduct these inspections, focusing on current safety and long-term performance, providing actionable insights for repairs and ongoing maintenance.
At Prema Consulting Group, we prioritize the safety and longevity of your buildings. Our Building Safety Recertification Process is designed to ensure compliance with Florida’s safety regulations. Through detailed assessments of structural and electrical systems, we develop tailored strategies that address your building’s specific needs.
We start by reviewing existing documentation, previous inspection reports, and any maintenance or repair history. This helps us prepare a thorough recertification strategy tailored to your building’s needs.
A comprehensive assessment is performed to examine the key structural components—such as foundations, columns, beams, and walls—to ensure they meet current safety standards. This includes evaluating for potential issues such as cracks, corrosion, or structural shifts.
In addition to the structural assessment, our recertification process includes inspecting the building’s electrical systems. This involves evaluating the condition of wiring, conduit raceways, emergency lighting, and fire protection systems to verify compliance with applicable codes.
For buildings with electrical systems operating at 400 amps or more, infrared thermography inspections are performed to detect any issues with electrical connections or overheating components.
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We cover all critical areas, including foundation, structural integrity, and electrical systems. Our team ensures overall functionality and adherence to safety standards with thorough evaluations and identifies any potential issues to maintain the integrity of the building, providing building recertification.
If you or your condominium association are concerned about the building’s safety, hire a licensed engineer to conduct a thorough inspection. This will provide a detailed assessment of the structure’s integrity.
The second step is that once the potential issues are identified, corrective action will be taken as required, even before the municipality mandates an official recertification.
According to the Miami-Dade Country Code, failure to submit the recertification report on time will result in your building being deemed unsafe and non-compliant. This may lead to penalties, a hearing with the city's construction regulation board and a possible revocation of the certificate of occupancy.
