Structural Inspection in Bishop Auckland

A structural inspection is normally only carried out when a structural defect or problem 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 additional investigation by an experienced structural engineer, who’ll be able to identify the specific problem and advise on the practical options to correct. If there is a larger suspected issue or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be completed which will involve an inspection of the entire structure and all load-bearing aspects of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any potential influences it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees near to the foundations of the property.

Structural surveys may also be undertaken 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’ll be members of either the Institution of Structural Engineers or the Institution of Civil Engineers.