Ellenbogen Inspections

What is a Commercial Property Inspection?

A commercial roof certification is a document that confirms that a licensed roof contractor in Florida has inspected the roof of your commercial structure. A commercial roof certificate documents the roof materials used, establishes the condition of the roof, and offers a guarantee that the roof will last a specified period.

What are Wind Mitigation Inspections for HOA?

A wind mitigation inspection for an HOA looks at seven key areas of your building’s roof and other exterior portions of your structure to determine its ability to withstand strong winds and water intrusion. During the wind mitigation inspection, the inspector will consider the year that the roof was constructed. The roof covering, roof deck, roof to wall attachment, and roof geometry will be studied and documented, as well as the secondary water resistance of the roof. The last portion of the wind mitigation inspection will focus on the opening protection of doors, windows, garage doors, and sunroofs. Your Wind Mitigation Inspection for your HOA can focus on community property, shared roofs, or any other structure. Windstorm Protective Device Inspections for Nonresidential or Commercial Buildings

What is a Windstorm Protective Device Inspection?

A Windstorm Protective Device Inspection for commercial buildings will focus on the ability of your structure to withstand wind pressure and flying debris during a windstorm event. During the inspection, all exterior wall and roof openings, such as doors, windows, sky- lights and vents will be analyzed. Any windstorm protective devices such as shutters or any other materials installed to withstand pressure and debris will be documented on the Windstorm Protective Device Inspection form for commercial buildings.

What do I need to do before the inspector arrives?

Please have any paperwork or permits you have obtained proving the roof covering date and impact windows or shutters.

What will the inspector be doing?

The inspector will need to walk around the entire house outside and take pictures. He will also need to go inside your attic and verify the roof deck and roof to wall connection. If you have impact windows, he will need to see all of them. If you have shutters, he will need to verify that all openings have hardware for the shutters. He will open all doors and verify the garage door.

What happens next?

The form and pictures are uploaded and an adobe pdf document is created and emailed to your agent , usually within 24 hours of completion.