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Practical articles on building inspections, Florida building codes, electrical safety, and property compliance from the MDZ team.

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The MDZ blog covers what South Florida property owners, condo boards, and commercial managers actually need to know — from Florida building codes and inspection requirements to permit violations, electrical safety, and smart due diligence.

Two inspectors in hard hats examine a damaged exterior wall at a building site.
By Miguel Mendez August 31, 2026
Learn what causes concrete spalling, how Florida's climate can contribute to concrete deterioration.
Two men reviewing plans at a table outdoors, with a hard hat in the foreground.
By Miguel Mendez August 24, 2026
Can you sell a property with an open building code violation? Learn how violations can affect a sale and why resolving issues early can help avoid delays.
Two construction workers in hard hats reviewing blueprints at a building site
By Miguel Mendez August 19, 2026
Private provider vs. municipal inspections: learn the key differences, scheduling benefits, eligibility considerations, and which option may suit your project.
Business meeting around a conference table with documents, laptops, and coffee cups in a bright office
By Miguel Mendez August 11, 2026
Wondering how much a milestone inspection costs in South Florida? Learn what affects pricing and how to request a customized quote from MDZ.
Technician wiring an open electrical panel with red and black cables on a workbench
By Miguel Mendez August 3, 2026
Learn why timely electrical repairs are essential for commercial buildings, how to recognize warning signs, and how MDZ Inspections & Consulting can help keep your property safe.
Three people in hard hats review plans outside a modern building.
By Miguel Mendez July 27, 2026
Learn why scheduling building inspections early helps property managers avoid delays, plan ahead, and maintain compliance with confidence.
Glass office tower with blue reflective windows against a clear sky
By Miguel Mendez July 20, 2026
Learn what happens if your building doesn't pass a milestone inspection, what the next steps are, and how MDZ Inspections & Consulting can help guide you through the process.
Construction worker in a white hard hat and safety vest reviewing a checklist at a building site
By Miguel Mendez July 14, 2026
Buying a commercial property in Miami-Dade or Broward County involves navigating a unique set of compliance requirements. Here's what every buyer — and their team — should be checking before they close.
Construction site with excavators and workers beside a partially demolished concrete building in a city.
By Miguel Mendez July 6, 2026
Unpermitted construction is one of the most common — and most stressful — issues that surface during property sales and refinancing in South Florida. Here's what you need to know and what your options are.
Three people standing in a bright, empty room, looking at the walls and windows.
By Miguel Mendez May 4, 2026
Florida Statute 553.791 gives contractors and developers an alternative to waiting on municipal inspectors. Here's how the private provider program works and whether it makes sense for your project.

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