Structural Inspection in Cardiff

A structural inspection is typically only performed when a structural defect or issue is identified or suspected. Usually during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be noted for additional investigation by a skilled structural engineer, who will be able to recognise the specific problem and recommend the possible solutions 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 require an inspection of the whole structure and all load-bearing areas of the building, together with inspections of the surrounding site and any potential impacts it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees close to the foundations of the building.

Structural surveys can also be undertaken on an ad hoc basis on existing buildings if you suspect any kind of structural defect, for example 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.