Structural Inspection in Durham

A structural inspection is generally only completed when a structural defect or problem is identified or suspected. Typically during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be documented for further investigation by an expert structural engineer, who will be able to determine the specific problem and recommend the possible methods to rectify. When there is a larger suspected issue or the building’s background is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be carried out which will involve an inspection of the entire structure and all load-bearing elements of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any potential effects it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the home.

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