What we look at
Roof framing and truss connections, roof sheathing and uplift connections, block and stem walls, lintels and beams, slab and foundation cracking or settlement, floor framing that got wet, porches, carports and screen enclosures. We photograph and measure what we find and tell you which items are cosmetic and which are structural.
Why an engineer's report helps
Insurers, contractors and building departments each ask different questions, but they all need the same thing: a written, sealed description of what is damaged and what repair will restore the structure. A contractor cannot design a truss or beam repair, and a county reviewer will not accept "looks fine" as a repair plan.
A sealed evaluation, and where needed a sealed repair detail with calculations, gives everyone one document to work from. We do not decide your insurance claim and we do not promise what your insurer will pay.
A recent example
A New Port Richey contractor was repairing a damaged roof truss system and the county could not find a truss package for the work. We inspected on site and issued a sealed truss repair detail with calculations, plus separate letters for the dry-in and flashing inspections, so the permit could move forward. Details are anonymized from a real job.
How it works
Step 1: Call or email with your address and a few photos. Step 2: We quote a fixed price for the visit and letter, and tell you what the county is likely to need. Step 3: Site visit and evaluation. Step 4: Sealed letter, and if repairs are needed, a sealed repair detail. Step 5: Your contractor pulls the permit with our documents, and we answer county comments.
Before you start repairs
Take photos of everything first. Do not remove framing, block or roofing you are unsure about until we have looked. Keep weight off damaged beams and floors, and use temporary shoring if a contractor advises it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an engineer after hurricane damage?
Not for every repair. You usually need one when the damage touches structure (trusses, beams, walls, foundation) or when the county asks for a sealed letter or repair detail with the permit.
Will you work with my insurance company?
We can provide a written evaluation your insurer or adjuster can review. We do not adjust claims or guarantee coverage.
Can you evaluate a home that was flooded?
Yes. We assess structural framing, block walls and slab. Mold, electrical and mechanical issues need other licensed trades.
How much does storm & flood damage evaluation letter cost in Tampa Bay?
Our fixed price starts at $850. Your exact price depends on the size and complexity of the project and what your county requires, and you get it in writing before you pay. There is no hourly billing. Typical turnaround is 3–5 business days.
Areas we serve most
Based in New Port Richey, we work across Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando and Hillsborough counties, including New Port Richey, Holiday, Port Richey, Trinity, Hudson, Odessa, Land O' Lakes, Wesley Chapel, Tarpon Springs, Palm Harbor, Clearwater, Spring Hill, Brooksville, Tampa, and projects throughout Florida.