Ready to Book an Inspection?  Click here. 

AUSTIN, TEXAS & CENTRAL TEXAS AREAS
TOLL FREE: 866.440.0003	DIRECT: 210.601.1379	CENTRAL TEXAS: 512.522.9197
INSPECTION COVERAGE	STRUCTURAL + BUILDING SYSTEMS	STRUCTURAL ONLY
Inspector Credentials: 30+ Years Individual Professional Engineering Practice Experience	✓	✓
Inspector Credentials: 25+ Years Practicing as a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer	✓	✓
Inspector Credentials: 15+ Years Individual Professional Structural Forensic and Expert Witness Experience	✓	✓
Inspector Credentials: 13+ Years Experience as Expert Witness in Federal and Texas District Courts	✓	✓
On-Site Engineering Analysis & Consultation	✓	✓
Slab-on Grade-Foundation Systems	✓	✓
Pier & Beam Foundation Systems	✓	✓
Foundation Perimeter/Crawl Space Gravity Surface Drainage Systems	✓	✓
Building: Wall Covering Systems	✓	✓
Building: Ceiling & Floor Covering Systems	✓	✓
Building: Garage, Porch, Patio, Deck, and Carport Systems	✓	SI
Building: Structural Openings	✓	SI
Building: Heating, Ventilation & A/C Systems	✓	N/A
Building: Plumbing Systems	✓	N/A
Building: Electrical Systems	✓	N/A
Building: Stair-Elevator Systems	✓	SI
Outbuildings	✓	SI
Building: Roof Attic Spaces	✓	SI
Building: Roof Covering Systems	✓	N/A
Building: Fireplace/Chimney Systems	✓	SI
Building: Kitchen Built-in Appliances	✓	N/A
Written Documentary Inspection Report	✓	N/A
Written Engineering Report Sealed by a Texas Licensed Engineer	TDLR	✓
Building: Water Well Systems	TDLR	N/A
Building: Water Feature, Spa, and/or Swimming Pool Systems	TDLR	N/A
Building: Septic/Aerobic Waste Systems	TDLR	N/A
Building: Irrigation & Security Systems	TDLR	N/A
Keynotes:
SI = Inspected if Structurally Impacted.
✓ = Always Inspected
N/A = Not applicable.
TDLR = Requires Separate Inspection by Texas Licensed Professional (TDLR)

Why get a Structural Inspection?

“…Peace of mind is by far the most frequent reason for getting a structural inspection…”

Buyers, sellers, or investors typically use these inspections to decide what, if any, future repair costs my result from a failed building system such as its foundation or frame. More often than not, a proper structural inspection will show a building’s hidden performance issues before they become  structural integrity problems.

All Structural Inspections are performed according to the “Guidelines for the Evaluation and Repair of Residential Foundations – Version 2” (ASCE Guideline: Level A Investigation). This level of investigation reports first impressions and shall not imply that any higher level of investigation has been performed. This level of investigation typically includes, but is not restricted to: 1. An occupant, owner and client interview if possible (history of the property and performance of the structure); 2. A request and later review of all relevant documents available from the client (e. g. foundation documents, construction drawings, geotechnical reports, structural diagnostic reports, previous engineering opinions & testing); 3. Visual observations during a physical walk-through of the facility investigated; 4. Identifying factors influencing the performance of the foundation; 5. If requested by the client, providing a written report, containing at least the following: a) scope of services, observations, site characteristics, and data deemed pertinent by the engineer; b) a discussion of major factors influencing foundation performance and rationale in reaching conclusions about the subject residence; c) conclusions and any recommendations for further investigation and remedial or preventative measures.

Structural Engineer Inspections – Austin, Texas  Structural Engineer Inspections – Austin, Texas Structural Engineer Inspections – Austin, Texas