Structural Inspection in West Sussex

A structural inspection is typically only performed when a structural defect or problem is recognised or suspected. Typically as part of the process of a Home Buyer’s Survey if any structural problems are suspected they’ll be documented for further investigation by an experienced structural engineer, who will be able to determine the specific problem and advise on the possible options to correct. Where there is a larger suspected problem or the building’s background is especially poor, a general structural inspection may be performed which will involve an inspection of the entire structure and all load-bearing components of the building, along with inspections of the surrounding site and any potential influences it could have, such as drainage issues or any trees near the foundations of the property.

Structural surveys can be undertaken on an ad hoc basis on existing properties if you suspect any sort 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.