How It Works
From Proposal to Final Report
Engineer-led process. Statutory-aligned reporting. Board-ready documentation.
1
Proposal and Scope
We review your property details and confirm the appropriate study type: SIRS, traditional Reserve Study, or a combined scope. You receive a written proposal defining scope, fee, and schedule so expectations are clear before work begins.
Timeline: Initial response provided within 1 business day of inquiry.
2
Engineer Site Inspection
A licensed Professional Engineer conducts an on-site evaluation of major common components. Governing documents, prior studies, financials, and maintenance history are reviewed to support clear, defensible observations.
Timeline: Scheduled size and site access availability.
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 capital planning objectives.
Timeline: Report delivered 2–3 weeks following inspection.
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 prior to finalization.
Timeline: Typically within 1 week of draft issuance
5
Final Report Delivered
The finalized report is issued in board-ready format with executive summaries and funding tables. Documentation is organized for clarity, compliance, and practical implementation.
Timeline: Final report issued promptly after board review confirmation.
6
Continued Engineer Support
Following delivery, we remain available to support board and management discussions. We assist with clarification of budgeting, compliance, and long-term planning as your building evolves.
Timeline: Ongoing support available as needed after report delivery.
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.
Do We Need a SIRS?
If your Florida condominium building is three habitable stories or higher, Florida law requires a Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) at least every 10 years. If your building does not meet
that threshold, a traditional Reserve Study may still be appropriate for long-term capital planning.
Not sure? We can confirm applicability based on your building height and configuration.
What Our Clients Say About Us
★★★★★
Trusted by condominium boards and property managers across South Florida.
★★★★★
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.
Florida Reserve Studies and SIRS by Professional Engineers
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 Study (SIRS) services for Florida condominiums, 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.
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 Florida Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) includes a visual inspection of required structural and life-safety components, an evaluation of remaining useful life, cost estimates for major repairs or replacement, and a reserve funding plan aligned with Florida statutory requirements.
A Florida Structural Integrity Reserve Study (SIRS) includes a visual inspection of required structural and life-safety components, an evaluation of remaining useful life, cost estimates for major repairs or replacement, and a reserve funding plan aligned with Florida statutory requirements.
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.
Independent SIRS Review
If your association has already completed a Structural Integrity Reserve Study, we can provide an independent engineering review to evaluate:
Many boards discover their prior SIRS was incomplete or more conservative than necessary. An independent review can help prevent inflated assessments, unnecessary funding burdens, and compliance exposure before decisions are finalized.
Upload Your Existing SIRS
Submit your existing SIRS for independent review by a licensed Professional Engineer. We will confirm receipt within one business day.