Structural Inspection in South Yorkshire

A structural inspection is typically only undertaken when a structural defect or issue is recognised or suspected. Often during the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be noted for further investigation by an expert structural engineer, who will be able to identify the specific problem and advise on the possible methods to put right. Where there is a larger suspected issue or the building’s background is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be completed which will involve an evaluation of the complete structure and all load-bearing components of the building, together with inspections of the surrounding site and any potential impacts it might have, such as drainage issues or any trees close to the foundations of the property.

Structural surveys can also be carried out on an ad hoc basis on existing homes 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 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.