Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing our website or engaging StructureCert PE ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") for structural engineering services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Services Provided

StructureCert PE provides professional structural engineering services in Miami-Dade and Broward County, Florida, including but not limited to:

• 40-Year Building Recertification inspections and reports
• 25/30-Year Milestone Inspections per Florida SB-4D requirements
• Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS)
• Phase 1 and Phase 2 structural assessments
• Emergency structural inspections
• Repair and remediation recommendations

3. Professional Licensing

All structural engineering services are performed by or under the direct supervision of a Florida-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in accordance with Chapter 471, Florida Statutes, and the rules of the Florida Board of Professional Engineers. Our PE license number is #52847 and can be verified through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

4. Scope of Work

The specific scope of each engagement will be defined in a written proposal or agreement. Unless otherwise specified:

• Inspections are visual assessments of accessible structural components
• Invasive or destructive testing requires separate authorization and may incur additional costs
• Our inspection does not include evaluation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or other non-structural systems
• Reports reflect conditions observed at the time of inspection
• Phase 2 inspections are required only when Phase 1 identifies substantial structural deterioration

5. Client Responsibilities

When engaging our services, you agree to:

• Provide accurate information about the property, including building age, history, and known issues
• Ensure safe access to all areas requiring inspection
• Provide available building plans, previous inspection reports, and maintenance records
• Notify us of any hazardous conditions or materials present at the property
• Make timely payment in accordance with agreed terms
• Submit required reports to the appropriate county authority within specified deadlines

6. Fees and Payment

Service fees will be quoted in writing prior to commencement of work. Unless otherwise agreed:

• A deposit may be required before scheduling inspections
• Final payment is due upon delivery of the inspection report
• Additional services beyond the original scope will be quoted separately
• Fees for Phase 2 inspections, if required, are quoted separately from Phase 1
• Expedited service may be available for an additional fee

7. Report Delivery and Submission

Upon completion of inspections, we will provide a signed and sealed engineering report. It is the client's responsibility to submit required documentation to Miami-Dade County, Broward County, or other applicable authorities. We can assist with submissions for an additional fee. Deadlines for recertification submissions are set by the respective county and failure to meet these deadlines may result in fines or other enforcement actions.

8. Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the fee paid for the specific service in question. We are not liable for consequential, incidental, or punitive damages. Our inspection reports represent our professional opinion based on visual observation of accessible components at the time of inspection. We do not guarantee that the building will pass recertification or that no structural issues exist beyond those identified in our report. We maintain professional liability insurance with coverage of $2,000,000 per occurrence.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless StructureCert PE and its employees from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your failure to disclose known conditions, failure to maintain the property, failure to implement recommended repairs, or misuse of our reports.

10. Intellectual Property

All inspection reports, drawings, calculations, and other work products remain our intellectual property. Upon full payment, you are granted a non-exclusive license to use these materials for the purpose of complying with building recertification requirements and performing recommended repairs. Our reports may not be modified, republished, or used for purposes other than those for which they were prepared without our written consent.

11. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Miami-Dade County, Florida, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Florida law governs these terms. Before initiating arbitration, the parties agree to attempt mediation in good faith.

12. Termination

Either party may terminate an engagement with written notice. If you terminate after work has commenced, you are responsible for payment of services rendered through the date of termination. We reserve the right to terminate services if payment terms are not met or if site conditions present unreasonable safety risks.

13. Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to hurricanes, tropical storms, flooding, government actions, or other acts of God common to South Florida.

14. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

16. Contact Information

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