40-Year Building Recertification in South Florida
CLYMOO performs the structural and electrical inspections required for building recertification and prepares the signed, sealed report your building department needs — for condominiums, commercial buildings and multi-family properties across Miami-Dade and Broward.
What the recertification inspection covers
South Florida building departments require both a structural and an electrical inspection by a licensed engineer or architect. Exact forms and thresholds are set by the county or city, so we confirm the requirements for your specific address before starting.
Structural Inspection
Review of foundations, load-bearing walls, columns, beams, slabs, balconies, railings and waterproofing for signs of distress or deterioration.
Electrical Inspection
Evaluation of service equipment, panels, feeders, branch circuits, grounding, conduit and wiring condition against current code expectations.
Thermal / Envelope Review
Assessment of the building envelope, roofing elements and moisture intrusion paths that commonly drive structural repairs in coastal Florida.
Parking Illumination
Verification of lighting levels and emergency illumination in parking areas, walkways and egress routes serving the property.
The recertification process, step by step
Step 1
Notice received
Your county or municipality issues a recertification notice for buildings reaching 40 years (or the local threshold, such as 30 years in some Broward jurisdictions).
Step 2
Site inspection
A licensed professional engineer inspects the structural and electrical systems on site and documents conditions with photos and field notes.
Step 3
Report preparation
We prepare the signed and sealed recertification report on the form required by your building department, including any repair recommendations.
Step 4
Submittal
The report is submitted to the building department. If repairs are required, they are permitted and completed within the timeframe the department sets.
Step 5
Repairs and closeout
We can design, permit and oversee the required repairs, then issue the follow-up documentation confirming the building complies.
Common questions
Which buildings need recertification?
Most non-single-family, non-duplex buildings must be recertified when they reach the age set by their jurisdiction — commonly 40 years, and 30 years in parts of Broward and in coastal areas. Your building department sends a notice with the deadline.
Who can sign the report?
A Florida-licensed professional engineer or registered architect must perform the inspection and sign and seal the report.
What happens if repairs are needed?
The report lists required repairs and the building department sets a timeframe to complete them under permit. CLYMOO can prepare the repair design, handle permitting and oversee the work.
How long does it take?
Inspection and report preparation typically take about 7–10 business days, depending on building size, access and document availability.
Have a recertification notice in hand?
Send us the address and the notice deadline and we'll confirm the requirements for your jurisdiction and schedule the inspection.
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