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STRUCTURAL FORENSIC ENGINEERS
CONDO MILESTONE INSPECTIONS
CALL (813) 398-5383 (321) 355-6052
EMAIL: INFO@SB-4D.com

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STRUCTURAL FORENSIC ENGINEERS
CONDO MILESTONE INSPECTIONS
CALL (813) 398-5383 (321) 355-6052
EMAIL: INFO@SB-4D.com

STRUCTURAL FORENSIC ENGINEERS
CONDO MILESTONE INSPECTIONS
CALL (813) 398-5383 (321) 355-6052
EMAIL: INFO@SB-4D.com

EMA Structural Engineers, Condo Milestone Inspections, Tampa Milestone Inspections

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Milestone Inspections

We do Condominium milestone Structural Inspections.

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Condominium associations must have milestone inspections performed for each building that is three stories or more in height by December 24 of the year the building reaches 25 or 30 years of age and every ten years after that. If the building is within three miles of a coastline (direct contact with the open sea), a milestone inspection is required by December 24 of the year the building reaches 25 years of age and every ten years after that. A building’s age is based on the date the certificate of occupancy was issued.

Florida Milestone Inspections

Milestone Inspections in Central & West Florida | Licensed Structural Engineers

Stay Compliant with Florida Law SB 4-D | Condo & Commercial Building Inspections

EMA Engineers is Central and West Florida’s leading provider of Milestone Inspections, Phase 1 and Phase 2 Inspections for condominiums, multi-story buildings, and coastal structures. Our licensed Florida engineers deliver fast, thorough, and legally compliant structural assessments to help HOAs, property managers, and building owners meet state-mandated deadlines.

📍 Areas We Serve Across Central & West Florida
Our milestone inspection teams are locally based and cover:

Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Bradenton,
Lakeland, Orlando, Kissimmee, Winter Haven, Clearwater, Cape Coral / Fort Myers (West Coast), Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Ormond Beach, Melbourne, Titusville, Cocoa Beach, Palm Coast, St. Augustine, and Jacksonville.

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🔍 What Is a Florida Milestone Inspection?
Milestone inspections are mandatory structural assessments for buildings under Florida’s SB 4-D law. If your condo is:

3 or more stories

30 years old, or

25 years old and within 3 miles of the coast

…you are required to complete a Phase 1 Milestone Inspection, followed by a Phase 2 inspection if structural issues are found.

🧱 Phase 1 Milestone Inspection
Visual inspection of structural components

Identify visible distress or damage.

Determine whether Phase 2 is needed.

🛠️ Phase 2 Milestone Inspection
Detailed structural testing and analysis

May include non-destructive or invasive testing

Repair recommendations and engineering reports

✅ Why EMA Engineers is Florida’s Trusted Inspection Partner
🏗️ Licensed Structural Engineers with Florida SB 4-D Expertise

📍 Based in Florida – We Know Local Building Codes

🚀 Quick Turnaround Times (Reports in Days)

🔍 Advanced Tools: Infrared, Drones, GPR Available

📈 Legal Compliance, HOA Board Guidance & Repair Strategy

👉 Schedule Your Inspection Today

📅 When Are You Required to Complete a Milestone Inspection?
Most Florida buildings constructed before 1994 (or 1999 on the coast) are already due.
Our team can help you verify your compliance window.

🧠 Use our Free Milestone Deadline Checker
➡️ Check Now

🏢 Who Needs a Milestone Inspection?
Condominium Associations

Property Management Companies

Real Estate Developers & Brokers

Commercial Property Owners

Apartment Buildings (3+ stories)

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🛑 What Happens If You Skip Your Milestone Inspection?
Not completing your milestone inspection may result in:

Fines from local building departments

Legal exposure for HOA boards

Insurance and mortgage denials

Mandatory evacuations or red-tagging

🔐 Protect your investment and your residents.

📞 Ready to Get Compliant? Contact Us Now
We serve clients throughout Central and West Florida with local teams, affordable pricing, and high-quality reports.

☎️ Call Now or Request a Free Quote
📱 Phone: (321) 355-6052
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🧠 FAQ: Milestone Inspections in Florida
Q: How long does the inspection take?
A: Phase 1 inspections typically take 1–2 days. Reports are delivered within 3–5 business days.

Q: Do you offer both phases?
A: Yes, we offer both Phase 1 and Phase 2 milestone inspections with repair guidance.

Q: Are you licensed in Florida?
A: Yes, our structural engineers are fully licensed and insured in the State of Florida.

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Q: What is a milestone inspection in Florida?
A: A milestone inspection is a required structural evaluation for Florida condos that are 3+ stories and 25–30 years old, per SB 4-D law.

Q: Who performs Florida milestone inspections?
A: Only licensed structural engineers or architects registered in Florida can perform milestone inspections under the new condo law.

Q: How much does a milestone inspection cost in Florida?
A: Prices typically range from $2,000 to $10,000, depending on building size, the number of units, and the inspection phase.

A “Condominium milestone structural inspection” is a two-phase inspection. The Phase One milestone inspection is a visual structural inspection of a building, including its load-bearing walls and primary structural systems, conducted by a licensed engineer, such as EMA Structural Forensic Engineers. Its purpose is to confirm the life safety and adequacy of the building’s structural components and determine its general structural condition as it affects building safety. A milestone inspection should include, to the extent reasonably possible, a determination of any necessary maintenance, repair, or replacement of any structural component of the building.

Based on the results of the phase one milestone inspections, the engineers can recommend more testing of various elements and must prepare a structural condition report showing the extent of repairs needed and the association's budget to successfully carry out the repairs. Most three or more buildings within three miles of the Florida coastline will need milestone inspections after 25 years and then after each 10-year period. Condominium buildings outside of the 3-mile zone must be inspected after 30 years.

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What If I Do Not Receive a Notice for Inspection?

In some cases, owners of property do not receive a Notice of Required Inspection. However, property owners are still responsible for obtaining the recertification. They are also responsible for having the building recertified every 10 years following the initial recertification. If buildings are not recertified, owners can be liable if an accident or other incident occurs at the site.

Do you know someone that owns a building that is coming up on its 40th birthday? Have you received a letter from your municipality that is requesting a 40-year recertification? If so, we can complete the inspection and provide a thorough report for your building. Please share this information with your friends and family.

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Kyle Carter: Engineer GATX, GA

Kyle Carter: Engineer GATX, GA

EMA Engineers performed a thorough structural condition inspection and assessment for our train repair facility in Waycross GA. Their engineer was professional, knowledgeable and

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Chrissy, Sola at Celebration

EMA Forensic Engineers performed forensic damage assessments for $42 million new residential construction for balconies leaning issues. We were satisfied with their reports and

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Dr. Ali with a team of eight engineers and technicians performed structural damage assessment at the port of Chalmette Industrial buildings after Hurricane Katrina.

Robert Levine, Lexington Club

Robert Levine, Lexington Club

EMA Engineers performed forensic damage assessments & structural roof inspections for 180 units in our community. We were fully satisfied from their work, which

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Jessy Munoz, Regional President

Thank you EMA engineers for your structural damage assessment studies at our Move It Storage, Corpus Christi.

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EMA engineers performed a 40-year structural & electrical inspection at one of our property in Fort Lauderdale. Their reports were in compliance with Broward

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