Structural Inspection in County Fermanagh

A structural inspection is normally only carried out when a structural defect or issue is identified or suspected. Typically as part of the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be noted for further investigation by a skilled structural engineer, who will be able to determine the specific problem and suggest the possible approaches to correct. If there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be completed which will consist of an inspection of the complete structure and all load-bearing components 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 home.

Structural surveys may also be completed on an ad hoc basis on existing homes if you suspect any type 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.