Structural Inspection in County Londonderry

A structural inspection is generally only performed when a structural defect or problem is discovered or suspected. Often during the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be documented for further investigation by a professional structural engineer, who’ll be able to recognise the specific problem and advise on the possible options to rectify. Where there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s background is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be carried out which will involve an assessment of the complete structure and all load-bearing aspects 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 building.

Any structural inspection will advise on the possible scope of any repair work that is required to correct the issue. 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.