DDA Engineers, P.A.

DDA Engineers, P.A. DDA Engineers, P.A. was founded in 1969. We are consulting structural engineers. We manage our projects with hands-on design principals.

Before concrete is placed, the drawings have already done a lot of talking.A job-site inspection checks the built work a...
06/17/2026

Before concrete is placed, the drawings have already done a lot of talking.

A job-site inspection checks the built work against the permitted plans: reinforcing steel, connections, shoring, reshoring, placement, and related details.

That review may flag a mismatch early enough for the project team to address it with a cleaner paper trail.

Questions about special or threshold inspections? Call 305-666-0711.

Structural inspection types can sound interchangeable from a distance. On site, they answer different questions.Visual r...
06/16/2026

Structural inspection types can sound interchangeable from a distance. On site, they answer different questions.

Visual review: What can be seen?
Invasive review: What needs testing behind the surface?
Threshold inspection: Is work matching permitted drawings?
40-year recertification: How is the building aging?

The right scope depends on the structure, use, age, and visible conditions.


https://www.ddaeng.com/types-of-structural-inspections-in-florida-and-when-they-are-needed/

Good teams rely on consistency, respect, and people doing their part well. In design and construction, that shared effor...
06/12/2026

Good teams rely on consistency, respect, and people doing their part well. In design and construction, that shared effort shows up in the final product, from the early drawings to the finished structure people use every day.

Property owners often ask whether a visual inspection is enough or whether invasive testing is needed. A visual review c...
06/10/2026

Property owners often ask whether a visual inspection is enough or whether invasive testing is needed. A visual review can identify signs such as cracking, staining, movement, or moisture.

When conditions suggest hidden deterioration, additional testing may give a fuller picture of the structure. The right approach depends on what the building is showing and what decisions need to follow.


https://www.ddaeng.com/what-should-property-owners-know-about-visual-vs-invasive-structural-inspections/

Our newsletter shares practical insight from the work happening every day across inspections, peer review, and structura...
06/08/2026

Our newsletter shares practical insight from the work happening every day across inspections, peer review, and structural design. We write for people who want useful information they can apply to real projects, whether they’re planning new construction or reviewing an existing building. It’s a simple way to keep up with topics affecting South Florida properties and project teams.


https://www.ddaeng.com/newsletter/

Rooftop amenities add value to a property, but they also add structural demands that need careful planning.Consider the ...
06/03/2026

Rooftop amenities add value to a property, but they also add structural demands that need careful planning.

Consider the load from:
- pools and water features
- planters and green space
- pavers and gathering areas
- equipment, drainage, and access paths

It might not be feasible for every building, but when it works, designers create truly unique spaces.


https://www.ddaeng.com/engineering-for-rooftop-amenities-pools-gardens-and-green-space/

Good project teams do that every day. A second set of eyes can improve details, coordination, and outcomes. That kind o...
06/01/2026

Good project teams do that every day. A second set of eyes can improve details, coordination, and outcomes. That kind of teamwork helps projects move forward with confidence.

When people talk about smart cities, the conversation often turns to technology. That’s part of it, but the built enviro...
05/29/2026

When people talk about smart cities, the conversation often turns to technology. That’s part of it, but the built environment still shapes daily life in visible ways. Airports, public spaces, walkways, parking structures, and civic buildings all influence how a city feels and functions. Good engineering supports that experience while working hand in hand with design.


https://news.miami.edu/stories/2026/03/city-smarts.html

Permitting tends to move better when engineering is involved early.A few items help:- coordinated drawings- complete cal...
05/27/2026

Permitting tends to move better when engineering is involved early.

A few items help:
- coordinated drawings
- complete calculations
- clear responses to review comments
- communication between design disciplines

That early coordination can reduce revision cycles and keep a project moving with fewer interruptions. It’s one of the practical steps that supports smoother delivery.


https://www.ddaeng.com/developers-need-engineering-oversight-in-the-permitting-process/

On Memorial Day, we pause to remember the people who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice deserve...
05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we pause to remember the people who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice deserves reflection, gratitude, and respect. We hope the day offers time with family, time for remembrance, and a moment to honor those whose service continues to shape the lives we live today.

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