Structural Inspection in Somerset

A structural inspection is usually only undertaken when a structural defect or problem is recognised or suspected. Normally during the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be noted for further investigation by a skilled structural engineer, who’ll be able to identify the precise problem and recommend the possible options to rectify. If there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be carried out which will consist of an inspection of the complete structure and all load-bearing areas 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 the foundations of the home.

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