Structural Inspection in Seaford

A structural inspection is normally only performed when a structural defect or problem is discovered or suspected. Usually during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be documented for further investigation by a professional structural engineer, who will be able to recognise the specific problem and advise on the practical solutions to fix. When there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be completed which will involve an assessment of the complete structure and all load-bearing elements of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any possible influences it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the building.

Structural surveys can also be performed 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’ll be members of either the Institution of Structural Engineers or the Institution of Civil Engineers.