Structural Inspection in Billericay

A structural inspection is normally only performed when a structural defect or issue is discovered or suspected. Often as part of the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be noted for further investigation by a specialist structural engineer, who will be able to recognise the precise problem and advise on the possible options to correct. Where there is a more substantial suspected issue or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be carried out which will involve an inspection of the entire structure and all load-bearing facets of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any potential effects it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the house.

Structural surveys can be performed on an ad hoc basis on existing homes if you suspect any kind 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.