Structural Inspection in Warwickshire

A structural inspection is typically only completed when a structural defect or issue is identified or suspected. Generally as part of the procedure of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they will be noted for additional investigation by a specialist structural engineer, who will be able to determine the specific problem and advise on the likely approaches to rectify. Where there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s background is particularly poor, a general structural inspection may be performed which will require an assessment of the whole structure and all load-bearing elements of the building, together with inspections of the surrounding site and any possible effects it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the house.

Any structural inspection will advise on the probable scope of any repair work that is required to fix 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.