Structural Inspection in Shrewsbury

A structural inspection is usually only undertaken when a structural defect or problem is identified or suspected. Generally as part of the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be documented for further investigation by a specialist structural engineer, who will be able to determine the precise problem and suggest the likely approaches to put right. Where there is a more substantial suspected issue or the building’s background is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be completed which will consist of an assessment 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 carried out 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 will be members of either the Institution of Structural Engineers or the Institution of Civil Engineers.