Florida Building Code 101: What Homeowners Need to Know in 2026
Florida has one of the strictest building codes in the United States. Any structural modification, addition, or major repair to your home requires engineering documentation, a building permit, and inspections — and the penalties for skipping these steps include daily fines, forced demolition, and invalidated insurance coverage. Take Off Construction Management navigates Florida’s building code […]
Home Inspector Found Structural Issues — What Happens Next?
When a home inspector identifies structural issues, the next step is getting a licensed structural engineer to assess the severity, determine the cause, and provide a documented repair plan. In Florida, this is not optional — structural concerns flagged during inspection typically require engineering documentation before the sale can proceed or repairs can begin. Take […]
What Does a Structural Engineering Report Include? | Take Off CM
A structural engineering report is a technical document that evaluates the condition, load-bearing capacity, and code compliance of a building’s structural systems — foundations, framing, walls, columns, and connections. In Florida, this report is often required by the county before any repair, addition, or code violation resolution can move forward. At Take Off Construction Management, […]