Structural Inspection in Telford

A structural inspection is often only undertaken when a structural defect or issue is identified or suspected. Typically as part of the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be documented for further investigation by a specialist structural engineer, who will be able to identify the precise problem and recommend the practical methods to correct. When there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s history is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be undertaken which will require an assessment of the whole structure and all load-bearing elements of the building, alongside inspections of the surrounding site and any possible impacts it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near to the foundations of the property.

Any structural inspection will advise on the potential scope of any repair work that is required to rectify the issue. 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.