Structural Inspection in Abbots Bromley

A structural inspection is often only completed when a structural defect or problem is recognised or suspected. Typically 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 will be able to recognise the precise problem and advise on the practical approaches to put right. If there is a more substantial suspected issue or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be undertaken which will consist of an inspection of the complete structure and all load-bearing elements of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any potential effects it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the building.

Structural surveys may also be carried out on an ad hoc basis on existing buildings if you suspect any type of structural defect, such as cracking in walls, sagging of ceilings or roofs, or subsistence around the foundations of the building. When searching 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.