Verify before altering or adding load
Existing Building Structural Assessment
Existing structures often have incomplete drawings, unknown modifications and material deterioration that must be considered before making decisions about additional loading, structural alterations, repair or change of use.
Request Existing-Building AssessmentAssessment Can Include
- Review of available drawings and building history
- Measured verification of relevant structural geometry
- Visual condition and distress inspection
- Material / reinforcement investigation where required
- Foundation information review or targeted exposure where justified
- Structural analysis for current and proposed loading
- Capacity review of critical elements
- Identification of strengthening or load-reduction options
- Engineering report and recommended next steps
Typical questions
- Can a wall or structural element be altered?
- Can the building take more load?
- Can one more floor be added?
- Are visible cracks structurally significant?
- Is strengthening required before renovation?
- Can an existing building support a new use or equipment?