Structural Inspection in Basildon

A structural inspection is typically only carried out when a structural defect or issue is identified or suspected. Normally as part of the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be documented for further investigation by a professional structural engineer, who will be able to determine the precise problem and suggest the likely methods to rectify. When there is a larger suspected problem 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 components of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any possible impacts it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the property.

Structural surveys may also be performed on an ad hoc basis on existing properties 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.