Structural Inspection in Newport

A structural inspection is often only completed when a structural defect or problem is discovered or suspected. Normally during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be noted for further investigation by an expert structural engineer, who will be able to recognise the precise problem and suggest the practical options to fix. If there is a larger suspected issue or the building’s history is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be carried out which will consist of an inspection of the entire structure and all load-bearing facets of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any possible impacts it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the home.

Structural surveys can also be performed on an ad hoc basis on existing properties 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 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.