Is this the same as a building survey?
No. A structural survey focuses on a defined structural concern, while a RICS building survey covers the wider condition of the property.
STRUCTURAL SURVEYS
Independent structural insight before you commit.
Targeted structural inspections and reports for cracking, movement, alterations and property decisions, focused on the questions that matter to the next step.
GUIDE FEE
From £695 + VAT
TYPICAL PROGRAMME1
Visit within 5 working days, report within 3 days
BEST FOR
Homeowners, buyers, landlords and property teams
WHAT THIS SERVICE DOES
A crack is visible. Its cause may sit much deeper within the property.
A structural survey is a targeted engineer inspection focused on a defined concern such as cracking, movement, distortion or an alteration. It considers the visible evidence, the likely structural arrangement and the limitations of what can be inspected without opening-up.
Why it is required
It is required when a buyer, homeowner, insurer, lender or project team needs a professional opinion on a specific structural question. The aim is to distinguish evidence from assumption and avoid both unnecessary alarm and false reassurance.
Clear advice replaces the anxiety of not knowing. The client should understand what has been observed, what remains uncertain and which next step is proportionate.
What you receive
01
Targeted inspection
An engineer reviews the reported concern, accessible structure and relevant context on site.
02
Clear findings
Observed conditions, likely causes, limitations and risk explained in plain English.
03
Actionable recommendations
Proportionate next steps, from monitoring or maintenance to opening-up or remedial design.
BEHIND THE FINISHES
What your engineer is tracing before the work disappears.
Structural engineering is largely about understanding the elements a finished home will conceal. These are the decisions that protect safety, comfort, approvals and the cost of changing course later.
01
Foundation behaviour
Movement below ground that may present as cracking or distortion above.
02
Hidden lintels and supports
Elements above openings that can corrode, deflect or be missing.
03
Roof spread and restraint
Connections and forces within the roof that may affect external walls.
04
Timber condition
Decay, moisture or overloading that may not be visible from finished surfaces.
A straightforward route from brief to build.
01 Share the address, proposed works and any drawings or photographs.
02 We confirm scope, fee, information needed and whether a visit is appropriate.
03 Your engineer delivers the agreed information and supports reasonable review queries.
PLAN THE WHOLE PROJECT
Connected structural decisions should be resolved together.
Many projects need more than one isolated calculation or visit. Explore the linked services below, or share the complete brief so the right scope can be confirmed once.
Structural reports
Record findings, limitations and recommendations for the intended audience.
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Structural inspections
Review a defined element or construction stage on site.
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Load-bearing wall removal
Assess and design alterations where hidden support may be involved.
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Get clarity on scope, fee and next steps.
Submit the project information through the quote form for an engineer-reviewed scope and fixed-fee proposal.
Common questions
What clients usually ask before starting.
Can you confirm whether movement is historic?
We assess the available evidence, but one visit may not confirm whether movement is active. Monitoring or further investigation may be recommended.
What problems can a structural survey investigate?
We can investigate cracking, movement, distortion and other specific structural concerns affecting a property.
Will I receive a report after the survey?
Yes. You receive clear findings, identified limitations and practical recommendations for the next steps.
How quickly can a structural survey be completed?
A visit is typically arranged within five working days, with the report normally issued within three days afterwards.