Structural Inspection in Staffordshire

A structural inspection is normally only performed when a structural defect or problem is identified or suspected. Often as part of the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be noted for further investigation by an expert structural engineer, who’ll be able to determine the precise problem and advise on the possible options to fix. Where there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s background is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be completed which will consist of an evaluation of the complete structure and all load-bearing aspects of the building, together with inspections of the surrounding site and any possible effects it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees close to the foundations of the home.

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