Structural Inspection in Solihull

A structural inspection is commonly only carried out when a structural defect or problem is identified or suspected. Normally during the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be documented for additional investigation by a skilled structural engineer, who’ll be able to identify the specific problem and suggest the possible methods 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 evaluation of the entire structure and all load-bearing aspects of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any possible impacts it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees close to the foundations of the house.

Structural surveys can also be completed on an ad hoc basis on existing houses 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.