Trusted Milestone Inspection Services for Florida Buildings

Protect your property with Florida-based Milestone
Inspections designed for full structural and regulatory
compliance.

Ensure Accuracy & Precision in Structural
Building Audits

Prema Consulting Group offers an industry-led service for building milestone inspections in Florida, delivering precision-led evaluations, expert documentation, and comprehensive compliance support. From compliance assessments to risk analysis, we deliver meticulous evaluations with actionable insights for property owners, insurers, and legal professionals to make informed decisions and mitigate risk.

Highlights :

  • Conduct required mandatory inspections on multi-storey buildings over 30 years old to assess structural integrity.
  • Our experts conduct structural assessments to pinpoint root causes of deficiencies and provide actionable solutions.
  • We help building owners meet Florida’s milestone inspection requirements, starting at 30 years and repeating every 10 while serving as a trusted partner throughout the life of the building .
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The Milestone Inspection Framework: Methodical, Measured & Thorough

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Florida law requires a structured milestone inspection process to evaluate the ongoing safety and structural integrity of aging buildings. At Prema, we follow a two-phase approach that ensures full compliance while providing transparency and peace of mind to property owners and stakeholders.

  • Phase 1: Initial Structural Assessment
    Our licensed engineers conduct a thorough on-site evaluation, examining visual signs of deterioration such as surface cracks, weakened spots, or foundational stress indicators. If no critical structural distress is detected, the second phase is deemed unnecessary, and the building is documented as structurally sound.
  • Phase 2: In-Depth Structural Evaluation & Documentation
    If the initial assessment identifies significant damage or signs of structural distress, our team conducts a detailed intrusive inspection. This involves removing compromised materials to assess the extent of deterioration and determine necessary remedial actions. 

The licensed professionals deliver a clear report with key findings and recommendations, ensuring transparency for compliance and future planning.

Essential Standards for Milestone Assessments in Florida

With aging . buildings facing evolving safety mandates, property owners must act quickly, as delays can escalate structural vulnerabilities, increase liability risks, and attract non-compliance penalties. This ultimately compromises both the safety and long-term value of the buildings across the state..

Florida Statute 553.899 requires milestone inspections to assess the condition of a building’s primary structural systems, identify potential hazards, and verify compliance with state structural safety standards.

Parameters include:

  • Milestone inspections are mandatory for all condominium and cooperative buildings that are three stories or taller with an age of 30 years or more.
  • Buildings located within 3 miles of a coastline must undergo milestone inspections starting at 25 years of age, due to heightened environmental exposure and associated structural risks.
  • After the initial milestone inspection, follow-up evaluations are required every 10 years to ensure continued structural oversight.
  • When original records can’t be located, building officials may establish milestone inspection timelines using alternative forms of documentation.
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Prema’s Process-First Approach to Building Milestone Inspection Services

Pre-Assessment Strategy

Our forensic engineers conduct a detailed site readiness walkthrough to verify access points, review documentation, and identify logistical constraints—ensuring seamless execution and alignment ahead of the formal inspection

Strategic Evaluation Blueprint

At Prema, we initiate each milestone inspection with a property-specific scoping process, factoring in environmental exposure, coastal proximity, structural age, and historical data to define inspection depth and compliance benchmarks.

Detailed Structural Diagnostics

We perform condition assessments using visual examinations and, where necessary, non-destructive testing methods to detect signs of degradation, load-bearing failures, or subsurface vulnerabilities.

Compliance-Centric Reporting & Documentation

After completing the milestone inspection,  Prema provides engineer-signed reports that include detailed deficiency mapping, remediation guidance, and documentation aligned with Florida Statute 553.899 and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) standards.

Testimonials

The reports from [redacted] have been great. Just what we needed to resolve those claims and ensure we’ve addressed all the structural issues.

Field Technical Manager

A+ rated Insurance Carrier

Stars

It was a great experience, from when I called in for the assignment to when I received the report. Your team did a great job.

General Adjuster

A+ rated Insurance Carrier

Stars

We have found that Prema provides a consistent service that is driven by a commitment to integrity and standards. The management and administrative team is top-notch, and their prioritization of employee training is immensely appreciated.

Senior Leader

A+ rated Insurance Carrier

Stars

Frequently Asked Questions

A Milestone Inspection is a state-mandated structural assessment for aging condominium and cooperative buildings in Florida. It plays a critical role in ensuring life safety by identifying signs of structural distress early and outlining corrective actions before minor issues escalate into major failures.

Prema combines technical precision with deep regulatory knowledge. Milestone inspections in Florida are conducted by licensed structural and forensic engineers who deliver transparent, actionable insights. Our team guarantees that property owners meet legal standards while safeguarding their building's value and integrity.

  • Ensure access to all critical structural areas in Florida (such as foundations, balconies, and parking decks) to facilitate a smooth milestone inspection service.
  • Provide past documentation—including earlier inspection reports, repair logs, or maintenance records to help the milestone inspections Florida team assess the building's history and condition accurately.
  • Remove obstructions that may block visual assessments during the structural audit.
  • Notify residents or occupants in advance about the milestone inspection schedule to reduce inconvenience and ensure cooperation.
  • Arrange access to restricted or locked zones to avoid delays during the milestone inspection process.
  • Take preventive safety measures, such as securing loose elements or hazardous areas, ahead of the inspection team’s arrival.