Structural Inspection in Keston

A structural inspection is commonly only completed when a structural defect or problem is identified or suspected. Usually during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be noted for additional investigation by a specialist structural engineer, who will be able to recognise the precise problem and suggest the possible methods to fix. If there is a more substantial suspected issue or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be carried out which will consist of an inspection of the entire structure and all load-bearing elements of the building, together 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 property.

Structural surveys can be performed on an ad hoc basis on existing buildings if you suspect any type of structural defect, like 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.