Structural Inspection in Brentford

A structural inspection is usually only undertaken when a structural defect or issue is recognised or suspected. Often during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be noted for additional investigation by a skilled structural engineer, who will be able to recognise the specific problem and suggest the likely techniques to correct. Where there is a more substantial suspected problem or the building’s history is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be completed which will require an assessment of the entire structure and all load-bearing components of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any possible impacts it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the building.

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