Structural Inspection in Abbey Wood

A structural inspection is commonly only completed when a structural defect or issue is identified or suspected. Generally during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be documented for additional investigation by an expert structural engineer, who’ll be able to identify the specific problem and advise on the likely approaches to fix. If there is a more substantial suspected issue or the building’s background is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be undertaken which will consist of an inspection of the complete structure and all load-bearing aspects of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any possible effects it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees close to the foundations of the house.

Structural surveys can be performed on an ad hoc basis on existing properties if you suspect any type of structural defect, like cracking in walls, sagging of ceilings or roofs, or subsistence around the foundations of the building. When looking for a structural engineer, look for Chartered Surveyors who will be members of either the Institution of Structural Engineers or the Institution of Civil Engineers.