Structural Inspection in Hinckley

A structural inspection is normally only undertaken when a structural defect or problem is identified or suspected. Usually during the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be noted for additional investigation by a professional structural engineer, who’ll be able to recognise the precise problem and advise on the likely options to rectify. If there is a more substantial suspected problem or the building’s history is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be undertaken which will involve an inspection of the complete structure and all load-bearing areas of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any potential impacts it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the house.

Structural surveys can also be carried out on an ad hoc basis on existing homes if you suspect any type of structural defect, such as 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’ll be members of either the Institution of Structural Engineers or the Institution of Civil Engineers.