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Welcome to the Building Mavens blog. Whether you're navigating new regulations, planning inspections, or looking for trusted engineering guidance, our articles translate complex building safety and engineering topics into practical information you can understand and apply.

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1 07, 2026

Broward County’s Building Safety Inspection Program: 2026 Practical Guide

By |2026-07-14T04:54:30-05:00July 1, 2026|

In this article: A practical guide on how Broward County’s Building Safety Inspection Program works in 2026, including deadlines, inspections, municipality resources, and preparation tips.

If your building appears on Broward County’s Building Safety Inspection list for 2026, you may be wondering what happens next.

This practical guide walks you through the inspection process step by step, whether you’ve already received an official notice from your municipality or are still waiting for it.

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22 06, 2026

The South Florida Condo Hurricane Playbook: Before, During & After

By |2026-07-01T14:53:10-05:00June 22, 2026|

In this article: A practical guide for condo boards, community association managers, and property teams, built on official guidance and Florida condo requirements.

A hurricane isn’t just a “wind event.” In coastal Florida, it’s a multi-hazard scenario: storm surge and flooding, high winds, wind-driven rain, debris impacts, and often prolonged utility outages. Planning for only one hazard is how communities end up with preventable damage and chaotic recovery.

This playbook is designed to […]

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27 05, 2026

What Broward County Electrical Safety Inspections Look For

By |2026-06-23T10:55:24-05:00May 27, 2026|

In this article: In this article, you’ll discover what electrical engineers are looking for during Broward County Building Safety Inspection Program (BSIP) evaluations, the most common electrical issues found in older South Florida buildings, and what condominium associations and property owners can do to better prepare for a successful inspection process.

When you hear about Broward County’s Building Safety Inspection Program, it’s easy to first picture structural problems. Concrete deterioration, balconies, cracks, […]

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30 04, 2026

Florida Milestone Inspection Guide: Answering the Key Questions on Deadlines, Process, and Costs

By |2026-06-03T11:00:22-05:00April 30, 2026|

In this article: Learn Florida milestone inspection requirements, timelines, and costs. A clear guide for condo boards on what to expect and how to prepare.

If you’ve recently received a notice about a milestone inspection, or you know your building is approaching that age, you’re probably trying to piece together what this actually means for your association.

If it feels a bit unclear, that’s normal.

Most boards are going through this […]

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30 03, 2026

Boca Raton Building Recertification: How to Avoid Delays and Extra Costs

By |2026-03-31T11:47:37-05:00March 30, 2026|

In this article: Boca Raton’s recertification program comes with specific requirements, timelines, and submission steps that associations need to be aware of. In this article, we walk through how the process works, what the City expects, and how to prepare, so you can avoid unnecessary delays and extra costs along the way.

Building recertification in Boca Raton is, in theory, straightforward: Follow the guidelines, submit the required reports, and receive approval.

In […]

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27 02, 2026

Does My Building’s Height in Florida Affect Safety Inspection Requirements?

By |2026-06-02T08:21:01-05:00February 27, 2026|

In this article: we explore how a building’s height in Florida interacts with age and location to determine structural safety inspection requirements. We break down the differences between low-rise properties and threshold buildings of four or more stories, explaining when higher professional credentials like a Special Inspector are necessary. Finally, we clarify common misconceptions about Phase 2 inspections to help condo boards and property owners navigate their compliance milestones with confidence.

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3 02, 2026

Walking the Site With a Florida Building Recertification Engineer: What Passes, What Fails, and Why

By |2026-06-02T08:26:50-05:00February 3, 2026|

In this article: we walk through a Florida building recertification site visit and explain how engineers classify findings as pass, monitor, or fail during structural and electrical safety inspections. We cover the core conditions we look for in the field, along with how those observations guide next steps like documentation, follow-up planning, or corrective action.

Whether we’re performing a milestone inspection under Florida Statute 553.899 or a local

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29 12, 2025

Building Recertification Inspection: What Commercial Property Decision‑Makers Need to Know About the Local Programs

By |2026-03-03T07:36:30-05:00December 29, 2025|

In this article: we explain how South Florida building recertification and safety inspection programs apply to commercial properties and why knowing the difference between statewide inspection rules and local recertification programs matters. We review where these rules apply across Miami-Dade, Broward, Boynton Beach, and Boca Raton, what is reviewed during structural and electrical inspections, and how report and repair timelines work. We also outline what happens when issues are found and how staying […]

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4 11, 2025

Owner’s Representative vs Project Manager: Which to choose as a Florida HOA or property owner?

By |2025-11-05T14:23:32-05:00November 4, 2025|

In this article: we explain what an owner’s representative is and how they act as your trusted partner during a major repair or construction project for your Florida HOA or condo. We cover the important differences between an owner’s rep, who works only for your association, and a project manager, who works for the contractor. We detail how this role protects your budget, timeline, and quality, ultimately ensuring your community’s investment is secure and the […]

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15 10, 2025

A SIRS at Developer Turnover: How Florida law affects condo boards and developers

By |2025-10-16T05:49:11-05:00October 15, 2025|

In this article: we examine Florida’s new law that mandates a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) at developer turnover, explaining how this change prevents new condo boards from inheriting buildings with unknown structural defects and underfunded reserves. We detail the benefits for both condo associations, who gain immediate transparency and financial foresight, and for developers, who ensure a smoother, more professional handoff while reducing future liability, ultimately fostering long-term stability and safety for the community.
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