Structural Inspection in East Lothian

A structural inspection is typically only carried out when a structural defect or issue is recognised or suspected. Often as part of the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be documented for further investigation by an expert structural engineer, who will be able to identify the specific problem and suggest the practical options to correct. If there is a larger suspected issue or the building’s background is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be performed which will consist of an evaluation of the entire structure and all load-bearing aspects of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any possible effects it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the house.

Structural surveys may also be completed on an ad hoc basis on existing buildings if you suspect any sort of structural defect, for example cracking in walls, sagging of ceilings or roofs, or subsistence around the foundations of the building. 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.