Structural Inspection in Newtownards

A structural inspection is often only undertaken when a structural defect or issue is recognised or suspected. Normally 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 a skilled structural engineer, who will be able to identify the precise problem and recommend the possible techniques to fix. When there is a more substantial 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 elements of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any possible effects it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees near to the foundations of the house.

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