How It Works: From Proposal to Final Report
Step 1
Proposal and Scope
We review your property details and confirm whether a SIRS, Reserve Study, or both are required. A written proposal outlines scope, fee, and schedule so expectations are clearly defined from the very beginning.
Timeline: Typically within 1 business day
Step 2
Engineer Site Inspection
A licensed Professional Engineer performs an on-site inspection of major common components. Governing documents, prior studies, financials, and maintenance history are reviewed to support clear, defensible observations.
Timeline: Scheduled based on property size and site access
Step 3
Reporting and Funding Plan
We prepare a detailed component inventory with useful life and cost estimates. Funding scenarios are developed in alignment with statutory requirements and long-term planning needs.
Timeline: Typically 2 to 3 weeks after inspection
Step 4
Draft Review and Meeting
A draft report is issued for board and management review. An engineer-led virtual meeting addresses questions, clarifies assumptions, and confirms findings before finalization.
Timeline: Typically within 1 week of draft issuance
Step 5
Final Report Delivered
The finalized report is delivered in board-ready format with executive summaries and funding tables. Documentation is clear, complete, and ready for implementation.
Timeline: Issued promptly after board review confirmation
What Your Report Will Look Like
Board-ready documentation prepared under licensed Professional Engineer oversight.
Defined tables, assumptions, and funding schedules suitable for board adoption and budgeting.
Report signed and sealed by a Florida Licensed Professional Engineer.
About Reserve Study Engineers
Florida Reserve Studies and SIRS by Professional Engineers
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS (P.E.)
RESERVE STUDY SPECIALIZATION
Reserve Study Engineers is a dedicated division of Criterium-Cromer Engineers, a licensed Professional Engineering firm serving condominium and homeowner associations in South Florida. As part of the broader Criterium Engineers network, established in 1957, our team draws on decades of engineering and reserve consulting experience, with hundreds of thousands of buildings evaluated across North America.
We focus exclusively on Reserve Studies and Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS), delivered within the structure, oversight, and accountability of an established engineering practice. Every study is performed under the responsible
charge of a licensed Professional Engineer with direct experience in condominium and HOA reserve planning.
Our work is grounded in on-site evaluation and building-specific analysis, not spreadsheet-only assumptions. The result is clear, defensible reserve planning that supports informed budgeting, statutory compliance, and confident board-level
decision-making.
★★★★★
Trusted by condominium boards and property managers across South Florida.
Serving Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.
★★★★★
Extremely responsive, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable. Our Structural Integrity Reserve Study was thorough and clear. Highly recommended.
Julie, Board Vice President
Coral Gables, FL
★★★★★
We interviewed five firms and Criterium-Cromer was clearly the best choice. They delivered a comprehensive, realistic reserve study and helped us understand the process with confidence.
Janie, Board President
Hollywood, FL
★★★★★
Working with Criterium-Cromer was a pleasure. The process was streamlined, communication was clear, and the team was responsive and detailed throughout.
Margia, Property Manager
Bay Harbor Islands, FL
★★★★★
Professional and knowledgeable team. They understood exactly what was required for our SIRS study and helped us navigate the new state requirements.
Samuel, Board President
Plantation, FL
★★★★★
Very professional service with a clear report, strong follow-up, and helpful guidance. Very happy with the result.
Jacques, Board President
Miami, FL
★★★★★
So glad we chose Criterium-Cromer for our SIRS study. Professional, knowledgeable, and thorough in explaining the process and report.
Janice, Board Treasurer
Miami Beach, FL
★★★★★
Excellent professional service with detailed inspections. A pleasure to work with on both our engineering report and reserve study.
Rosie, Board Vice President
Coral Gables, FL
★★★★★
Helpful from start to finish. The on-site inspection was meticulous, with clear photos and summaries. We were very impressed with the thoroughness.
Milton, Board President
Pompano, FL
★★★★★
Our property management office has worked with Criterium-Cromer on multiple properties. Their expertise and professionalism are consistently impressive.
Anabell, Property Manager
Miami, FL
★★★★★
Professional, knowledgeable, and on schedule. It was a pleasure working with them on our reserve study.
Board Member
Davie, FL
★★★★★
Detailed and easy-to-understand SIRS study. The data and analysis were presented clearly. Thank you for a great job.
Alexandra, Board President
Hollywood, FL
★★★★★
Professional, knowledgeable, and patient. The engineer explained each step clearly, making a complex process easy to understand.
Maha, Board Treasurer
Miami, FL
Testimonials shown are excerpts from verified Google reviews, edited for brevity.
Frequently asked questions
Florida law requires a Structural Integrity Reserve Study for condominium buildings that are three habitable stories or higher. The study must be updated at least every 10 years and includes a defined list of structural and safety-related components.
If you are unsure whether your building meets the threshold, we can confirm applicability based on height and configuration.
A traditional Reserve Study is a long-term capital planning report that evaluates common area components, estimates useful life and replacement costs, and develops funding plans.
A Structural Integrity Reserve Study focuses specifically on structural and life-safety components required under Florida law and carries defined compliance requirements.
We can prepare both in a coordinated engagement when appropriate.
Most studies are completed within a few weeks, depending on property size and document availability.
After confirming basic property details, we provide a written proposal outlining scope, fee, and schedule. Following inspection and analysis, the board receives a clear, organized report suitable for budgeting and recordkeeping.
Pricing depends on:
- Property size and complexity
- Number of buildings and components
- Scope: traditional Reserve Study, SIRS, or both
We provide fixed written proposals so boards know exactly what to expect.
Traditional reserve studies are typically updated every 3 to 5 years.
For qualifying condominium buildings, Florida law requires SIRS updates at least every 10 years. Boards often update sooner to reflect changing conditions and costs.
A Professional Engineer provides:
- Technical evaluation of structural and building systems
- Realistic useful life and cost assumptions
- Analysis aligned with South Florida construction conditions
- Documentation suitable for board records and audits
Engineer oversight is especially important for SIRS, where structural judgment and statutory accuracy matter.