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SEI IN THE MEDIA

FOX 13 Tampa Bay: Hidden Problems in New Homes as Florida Construction Booms

  • July 9, 2025 - A home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make, so how do you make sure that investment is safe and sound? How can you protect your home and your health from construction defects?

The Business Happy Hour Podcast: Condo and Sinkhole Chat with an Engineer Byron from SEI

  • May 19, 2024 - What is the statute of repose for condominiums? What do changes to the laws regarding the statute of repose mean for your newly built condominium? Why is it important to video-document every inch of your property (and turn off the lights and use a flashlight when you do it!)? Do you need a home inspection even for a new build? What are some dangers inherent in deferring necessary maintenance of your building or property? And finally, what is the difference between a ground stabilization program and a foundation repair program?

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Milestone Inspection and SIRS Requirements

  • July 29, 2022 - How do we increase the safety of those who reside in condominiums?  What critical steps should be taken to make multi-unit dwellings safer?  How could sweeping condo safety regulations impact you? Significant changes to condo laws have been approved by Florida lawmakers during a special session aimed to prevent a repeat of the Surfside condo collapse.

Best Practices for Condo Inspections & Repairs Post-Surfside

  • June 6, 2022 - Nearing the one-year anniversary of the Surfside condo collapse, there has been a focus on the safety and inspection guidelines of high-rise, multi-family residential condo buildings. In this episode, we address inspection and maintenance issues of large condo buildings and developments in Florida.

Condo AssociationDevelopment / Repair / Maintenance

  • July 29, 2022 - How do we increase the safety of those who reside in condominiums?  What critical steps should be taken to make multi-unit dwellings safer?  How could sweeping condo safety regulations impact you? Significant changes to condo laws have been approved by Florida lawmakers during a special session aimed to prevent a repeat of the Surfside condo collapse.

How the Deadly Surfside Collapse Impacts Condo Association Boards & Property Owners

  • June 29, 2021 - We weigh in on the big question still left unanswered in Surfside - what caused the catastrophic collapse of part of the Champlain Towers South condo building?

Anatomy of a Property Damage Case

  • August 20, 2020 -  Statute of Limitations. Insurance Policy. Large Loss. Statute of Repose.  Storm Damage. Sinkholes.

Why Property Owners Need Expert Engineering & Litigation Support

  • August 18, 2020 - Engineering and legal perspectives on Large Loss property damage claims and insurance disputes.

The Science of Sinkholes - Part II

  • September 17, 2020 - Solving the issues associated with sinkhole activity.

The Science of Sinkholes - Part I

  • September 10, 2020 - Some of the most complex legal and engineering problems stem from the interaction of water and the ground. Where do sinkholes form? What kinds of damage do sinkholes cause?

Sinkhole Definitions and Repair Recommendations

  • March 11, 2020 - What is a sinkhole? We cover definitions and repair recommendations.

Preparing for a Hurricane: The Engineering Behind Your Home

  • Simpson Strong-Tie - Hear firsthand from leading industry experts who share their insights on how high winds affect buildings, communities, and more. University of Florida professors, IBHS Research Center engineers, and other structural engineers explain the importance of resilient construction and following enhanced building codes.

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