Structural Inspection in Brighton and Hove

A structural inspection is generally only performed when a structural defect or issue is discovered or suspected. Generally as part of the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be documented for additional investigation by a specialist structural engineer, who will be able to identify the precise problem and recommend the practical solutions to rectify. If there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s background is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be performed which will involve an evaluation of the entire structure and all load-bearing elements of the building, together with 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.

Any structural inspection will advise on the potential range of any repair work that is required to rectify the problem. 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.