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CITY OF HOLLYWOOD 40 YEAR INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
The City of Hollywood is a beautiful coastal city nestled between Miami and Fort Lauderdale abundant in high-rise buildings, many of which were constructed over 40 years ago. These buildings that are 40 years or older must undergo an in-depth inspection known as a 40 year recertification. This requirement is adopted under Broward county’s requirements as part of the Broward County Building Safety Inspection Program.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A STRUCTURAL INSPECTION
When Do I Need a Structural Inspection? This is a very common question, especially in South Florida after the recent Surfside building collapse. Since we specialize in multi-story commercial buildings, which are the most common to need structural inspections, we will focus on this property type.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT 40/50 YEAR RECERTIFICATIONS AND THE SURFSIDE BUILDING COLLAPSE
The collapse of the Surfside condo building has resulted in an upsurge in building enforcement action that was long overdue. The 40/50 year recertification process for buildings is intended to avoid a catastrophe like the one we witnessed.
CITY OF HOLLYWOOD 40 YEAR INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
The City of Hollywood is a beautiful coastal city nestled between Miami and Fort Lauderdale abundant in high-rise buildings, many of which were constructed over 40 years ago. These buildings that are 40 years or older must undergo an in-depth inspection known as a 40 year recertification. This requirement is adopted under Broward county’s requirements as part of the Broward County Building Safety Inspection Program.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A STRUCTURAL INSPECTION
When Do I Need a Structural Inspection? This is a very common question, especially in South Florida after the recent Surfside building collapse. Since we specialize in multi-story commercial buildings, which are the most common to need structural inspections, we will focus on this property type.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT 40/50 YEAR RECERTIFICATIONS AND THE SURFSIDE BUILDING COLLAPSE
The collapse of the Surfside condo building has resulted in an upsurge in building enforcement action that was long overdue. The 40/50 year recertification process for buildings is intended to avoid a catastrophe like the one we witnessed.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FORENSIC ENGINEERING
Forensic Engineering is the application of engineering principles and science used in the investigation of materials, products, structures, or components that fail to function as intended.
WHAT IS CONCRETE SPALLING AND WHY DOES IT OCCUR?
Concrete Spalling is a common concern in older concrete structures. Alkalinity, a normal corrosion mechanism, causes the steel bar inserted in the concrete to corrode over time.
CONCRETE REPAIR SOUTH FLORIDA
South Florida poses unique challenges to concrete. Climate variables such as water seepage, salt corrosion, structural damage, are factors
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM AN OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE?
A construction project can be an overwhelming undertaking. From start to finish, it can take months, even years, and is likely to require what seems like never-ending decisions. For a property owner or property manager this can be very time-consuming and challenging if they lack the experience and knowledge to manage the project. For this reason, an owner’s representative has become a very attractive option.
BENEFITS OF HIRING AN OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE FOR A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
There are numerous benefits of having an Owner's Representative. The two that stand out the most for many owners are time and experience. Many building owners don’t necessarily have the time to supervise a building project.
WHAT IS AN OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE IN CONSTRUCTION?
Simply put, and Owner’s Representative is a person that represents the Owner on a construction project. This may
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
I had a great experience with this firm. Provided an immediate appointment for my clients that were in a pinch with time constraints regarding their inspection period for a home purchase. They delivered fast, detailed, and professional service. Explained findings in understandable language so that my customers could be confident on what was on the inspection report. I recommend highly their services. Thanks Greg for all your help!
I am so impressed with the service that we received from this company!! Seamless……..Showed up for Structural and Electrical inspection on time.
Completed the inspection while being aware of the various retail establishments needs during the inspection. Advised us what was needed by the City of Fort Lauderdale for completion of certification – filing, filing fees and their address.
G Batista and Associates is a very reliable company. They are honest people with excellent communication skills with their customers and deep knowledge of what they do. This company did a big project for my condo in South Beach, they were impeccable.
G. Batista & Associates helped us with an inspection on one of our properties. They accommodated our short inspection time frame and made scheduling extremely simple. Our experience with the engineer was fantastic and I would highly recommend this company to others.
Great people to deal with. Very professional team, excellent communication, prompt results.
We used them for a 40 Year Certification and not only they gave us the best proposal, but also a fast response and great service. Highly recommend it!
We have been working with G. Batista & Associates for over 4 years. They have been easy to work with. We would highly recommend them to any Condominium Association looking for competent, affordable and professional Engineering services.
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