South Florida Structural Engineering Insights

Home Addition Structural Requirements: Broward & Miami-Dade

Carlos Hoyos, PE

Published on: 07/09/2026

Home addition structural requirements in Broward and Miami-Dade: HVHZ design wind speeds hit 175 mph, and attached additions pull the existing house in.

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Concrete Spalling in Coastal Florida: Causes and Repair

Carlos Hoyos, PE

Published on: 04/09/2026

Concrete spalling in coastal Florida starts when chlorides reach rebar at 0.15% by weight of cement. See the causes, engineer testing, and repair options.

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40-Year Recertification in South Florida: 2026 Guide

Carlos Hoyos, PE

Published on: 03/09/2026

The 40 year recertification now starts at 25 years in Broward and 25 or 30 in Miami-Dade. See exactly which rule applies to your South Florida building.

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