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Milestone Inspections throughout Florida
Post-hurricane, Wind Damage, Flood Damage, Roof Inspections.
Licensed PE Structural & Forensic Engineers serving Orlando, Tampa, Daytona Beach & all Florida locations.
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EMA Engineers is Florida’s trusted provider of Florida-compliant SB-4D condominium and co-op milestone inspections, forensic engineering, and structural engineering services. Our Florida-licensed Professional Engineers (PE) deliver SB 4-D compliant milestone inspections for condominiums, commercial buildings, and residential properties throughout Central, South, and East Florida.
We are an experienced engineering firm in Central Florida, delivering licensed, permit-ready design services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our Florida-licensed Professional Engineers (P.E.s) bring decades of combined experience designing and evaluating structures built to withstand Florida’s demanding climate, including hurricane-force winds, high moisture exposure, and challenging soil conditions.
We provide practical, code-compliant structural engineering solutions for homeowners, builders, architects, developers, and real estate professionals. Every project is engineered for safety, durability, and full compliance with the Florida Building Code.
Our work includes:
Our team consists of licensed professional engineers in Florida with hands-on experience in projects including single-family homes, multi-family buildings, retail spaces, warehouses, and mixed-use developments. We provide balcony inspections and HUD/FHA mobile home foundation tie-down inspections. Our engineers integrate wind resistance, uplift forces, lateral loads, and environmental factors into every design, ensuring structures withstand Central Florida’s hurricane-prone conditions.
Florida law requires milestone inspections for condominiums and cooperatives 3+ stories tall at 30 years of age. EMA Engineers performs thorough Milestone Inspections, delivering accurate, code-compliant evaluations for aging condominium and commercial buildings. Our licensed P.E.s specialize in 25-year and 30-year inspections, helping associations, property managers, and owners meet statutory deadlines while prioritizing life safety and structural integrity.
Our reports are professionally documented and provide practical recommendations supporting compliance without unnecessary cost or disruption. We work closely with boards, attorneys, and local jurisdictions to ensure inspections are completed efficiently and submitted correctly. Serving Central Florida and statewide, in full compliance with Florida Statute 553.899. We do:
We provide top-tier forensic engineering services, delivering objective structural investigations for collapse analysis, property damage, construction defects, and building failures. Our engineers identify the cause, origin, and extent of damage using proven methods and Florida Building Code standards.
We investigate structural failures, foundation movement, cracking, water intrusion, wind and hurricane damage, impact damage, and post-loss conditions for residential and commercial properties. Our engineers provide clear forensic reports, defensible conclusions, and expert documentation suitable for insurance claims, legal matters, and dispute resolution.
EMA provides post-storm evaluations for all types of buildings across Florida. Using advanced tools such as drone roof inspections, thermal imaging, and moisture mapping, we detect visible and hidden damage. Every inspection adheres to FEMA, state, and local building code standards.
Threshold inspections ensure construction compliance for buildings over 2,000 sq ft or high-rise structures during construction or renovation. Our licensed Special Inspectors (S.I.) ensure structural systems comply with approved plans, specifications, and the Florida Building Code. We perform ongoing observations of foundations, concrete placement, structural framing, connections, and load-bearing components.
We provide structural threshold inspections under the supervision of our special inspector throughout Central Florida, East Florida, and West Florida. Our Special Inspector has over 20 years of design and special inspection experience, including inspections at Miami International Airport, Broward County Sports Arena, Miami Heat Arena, and many other South Florida.
EMA Structural Engineers proudly provides Florida-licensed structural and forensic engineering services to a wide range of clients across the state. Our team understands the regulatory, safety, and liability requirements unique to each group we serve.
We work with:
Condominium & Cooperative Associations (HOAs / COAs)
Supporting boards and managers with SB-4D compliant milestone inspections, structural evaluations, and long-term capital planning.
Commercial Property Owners & Property Management Firms
Delivering structural assessments, threshold inspections, and risk mitigation services for retail, office, hospitality, and mixed-use buildings.
Contractors, Developers & Architects
Providing design review, construction consulting, structural inspections, and forensic engineering support throughout all phases of development.
Insurance Adjusters & Underwriters
Performing objective, court-defensible forensic investigations for hurricane, wind, water, and structural damage claims.
Residential Homeowners
Offering professional evaluations for foundation issues, balconies, roof structures, and post-storm damage — all performed by licensed Professional Engineers.
Our statewide coverage ensures consistent, compliant engineering services throughout Florida’s coastal and inland regions.
EMA Structural Engineers is a trusted Florida engineering firm with decades of proven experience, regulatory expertise, and technical precision. We deliver accurate, defensible, and timely engineering solutions for both routine inspections and emergency conditions.
What sets EMA apart:
Florida-Licensed Professional Engineers (PE)
Over 28 years of experience, with licensure in Florida and multiple U.S. states.
Florida-Licensed Threshold Inspector since 1998
Deep expertise in high-rise and structural safety inspections.
SB-4D Compliant Condo Milestone Inspections
Reports accepted by municipalities statewide, meeting all statutory requirements.
24/7 Emergency Response
Rapid deployment for hurricane, wind, and structural damage assessments.
Advanced Inspection Technology
Drone imaging, thermal scanning, moisture mapping, and non-destructive testing for superior accuracy.
Fast Turnaround & Statutory Compliance
Inspections and reports completed efficiently to meet Florida’s 180-day milestone deadlines.
Trusted by Industry Professionals
Reliably serving HOAs, property managers, insurance carriers, municipalities, and legal professionals across Florida.
Our reputation is built on engineering integrity, regulatory knowledge, and dependable results.
For milestone inspections, structural engineering, forensic investigations, or emergency assessments, request a professional evaluation today:
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A1. A Florida structural engineer evaluates load-bearing systems such as foundations, beams, columns, slabs, balconies, and connections to determine structural safety and performance.
A2. Hire a structural engineer when you notice cracking, settlement, sagging floors or roofs, storm damage, or before making structural modifications that require engineering review.
A3. Yes. Florida-licensed Professional Engineers can provide signed and sealed reports and drawings when required for permits, repairs, or documentation.
A4. A residential structural inspection evaluates visible structural components of a home and documents observed concerns that may affect safety or value.
A5. Yes. Structural engineers assess cracks, foundation movement, and settlement to determine causes and recommend monitoring or repairs.
A6. Many structural repairs and modifications require engineering evaluation and sealed documents to obtain building permits in Florida.
A1. A milestone inspection is a required structural evaluation for certain condominium and cooperative buildings to identify structural deterioration under SB-4D regulations.
A2. Applicable condominium and cooperative buildings that meet age and height thresholds under Florida law require milestone inspections.
A3. Phase 1 includes a visual evaluation of accessible structural components to identify signs of substantial deterioration.
A4. Phase 2 is required when Phase 1 identifies potential substantial structural deterioration needing further investigation.
A5. Yes. SB-4D-compliant milestone inspection reports prepared by Florida-licensed engineers are accepted statewide.
A6. Yes. Properly documented milestone inspections support compliance with Florida’s statutory reporting and repair timelines.
A1. A forensic engineer investigates the cause, origin, and extent of structural damage or failure using engineering analysis and building-code knowledge.
A2. Forensic engineering is commonly needed for insurance claims, construction defects, disputes, litigation, and post-loss evaluations.
A3. Yes. Forensic engineers document observed conditions and engineering conclusions suitable for insurance claim support.
A4. Common investigations include hurricane damage, wind damage, water intrusion, foundation movement, corrosion, and construction defects.
A5. Yes. Forensic engineers may provide expert opinions, reports, and testimony in legal and insurance matters.
A6. Structural engineering focuses on design and performance, while forensic engineering focuses on investigation and causation of damage.
A1. A balcony inspection evaluates structural supports, connections, guardrails, and visible deterioration affecting safety.
A2. Common issues include corrosion, rot, cracking, spalling concrete, loose guardrails, and deflection.
A3. Yes. Concrete balcony inspections document cracking, spalling, and reinforcement corrosion.
A4. Yes. Wood balconies are inspected for rot, moisture damage, and connection failures.
A5. While requirements vary, many HOAs perform balcony inspections to address safety, maintenance, and liability concerns.
A6. Yes. Guardrail attachment and stability are evaluated due to life-safety risks.
A1. Yes. Hurricane damage inspections document wind- and water-related impacts to structural systems and building envelopes.
A2. Inspections should occur as soon as conditions are safe to document damage and address safety concerns.
A3. Inspections document roof uplift, structural distress, cladding damage, and water intrusion indicators.
A4. Yes. Emergency response inspections may be available following hurricanes and severe weather events.
A5. Yes. Drone imaging and thermal scans may be used when appropriate to document roof and moisture conditions.
A6. Yes. Reports include photo documentation and engineering findings suitable for insurance claims.
Structural Engineers, Forensic Engineers, Condo Milestone Inspections
EMA provides certified inspections across Central Florida, including Orlando, Daytona Beach, and Tampa. Our licensed professional engineers (PEs) specialize in balcony inspections, mobile home foundation inspections, roof inspections, and roof moisture surveys. All inspections are code-compliant and trusted by property owners, HOA boards, and insurance professionals.
Our licensed engineers perform detailed balcony inspections, evaluating structural integrity, corrosion, water intrusion, and concrete conditions. Reports include photographs, repair recommendations, and safety assessments to prevent failures and ensure occupant safety.
We conducts foundation inspections for mobile and manufactured homes to ensure compliance with HUD and FHA standards. Our engineers check pier supports, tie-downs, and overall foundation stability, providing reports suitable for insurance, refinancing, or resale.
Our roof inspections and roof moisture surveys use drone imaging and infrared thermography to detect hidden leaks, trapped moisture, and membrane deterioration. Licensed engineers provide detailed reports with recommendations for repairs or replacement to protect the building envelope.
Protect your property with professional inspections by EMA Engineers. Our licensed engineers provide detailed, code-compliant reports trusted by homeowners, insurers, and HOAs.
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