Structural Inspection in Isle of Wight

A structural inspection is normally only carried out when a structural defect or issue is discovered or suspected. Typically as part of the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be noted for further investigation by a professional structural engineer, who’ll be able to determine the specific problem and recommend the likely methods to fix. If there is a larger suspected issue or the building’s background is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be undertaken which will require an assessment of the whole structure and all load-bearing components of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any potential impacts it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near to the foundations of the building.

Structural surveys can also be carried out on an ad hoc basis on existing properties if you suspect any sort 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 will be members of either the Institution of Structural Engineers or the Institution of Civil Engineers.