The need to obtain a structural integrity inspection and assess the health of our buildings is critical to protect investments, minimize repair costs, mitigate property damage, and maintain life safety. Structural condition assessments are performed by a licensed professional engineer specializing in the design of buildings typically consisting of a walk-through around the building perimeter and readily accessible areas of the interior. The initial assessment is like a visit to your general physician, or a general screening is performed to identify any visual signs of structural distress or deterioration. The report is prepared providing insights into the general health of the building, including descriptions of observed deficiencies with supporting photographs. Deficiency areas are generally categorized as immediate, priority, routine, or no action required, allowing the client to understand critical repair needs. Depending on the desire to assess architectural facade systems such as curtainwalls, windows, veneers, or rain screen systems an architect can join the assessment program.