Pre-Purchase Structural Survey
Buying a property? Get peace of mind before you commit. Our Pre-Purchase Structural Surveys are carried out by Structural Engineers, and signed off by Chartered Structural Engineers (MIStructE or MICE), providing a detailed assessment of the property’s structural condition—so you can make a fully informed decision.
Our reports are trusted by mortgage lenders, property investors, and buyers across the UK and start from £750+VAT.
Who Needs a Pre-Purchase Survey?
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Mortgage applicants requiring structural sign-off
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Property investors seeking clear due diligence
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Homebuyers unsure about cracks, alterations, or age-related wear
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Landlords acquiring new properties for rental portfolios
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Developers evaluating older or structurally modified properties
Why Choose a Pre-Purchase Structural Survey?
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Identify hidden issues such as cracking, movement, or subsidence
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Assess structural integrity of walls, roofs, foundations, and previous alterations
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Gain clarity on necessary repairs, costs, and risks
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Strengthen your position in negotiations or mortgage applications
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Ensure the property is structurally sound and insurable
Our surveys go beyond standard homebuyer reports—giving you detailed insight into the real condition of the building before you commit.
Book Your Pre-Purchase Structural Survey Today
Engineer-led. UK-wide. From £750+VAT.
Contact us now to arrange your inspection and take the next step with confidence.
*Prices are for guidance only and exclude VAT at 20%. Final cost depends on the scope of work, site size, and location.
Property Structural Surveys by Qualified Structural Engineers across the UK
We offer a wide range of structural inspection services tailored to suit your needs:
We provide thorough and reliable structural surveys for residential and commercial properties across the UK.
Professional Structural Surveys across London, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk & Manchester.
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Backed by over 40 years of structural engineering experience
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Team members enabling engineering across the UK
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Residential, commercial & industrial projects nationwide
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offices nationwide for efficient structural surveys
What Our Clients Say
Comprehensive Survey
The structural survey by JMS highlighted critical issues before purchase, saving us from unforeseen expenses. Highly recommend their thorough approach.
Steven C.- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Good Value Report
I just needed quick peace of mind about a cracked wall. The verbal report for £250 was spot on and super clear.
Mark T.- Norwich, Norfolk
Helped Avoid a Costly Mistake
Their residential structural survey flagged subsidence the seller hadn’t disclosed. I walked away from a potential nightmare.
David M.- Ipswich, Suffolk
Perfect for My Mortgage
Needed a structural report for the bank - these guys delivered quickly and ticked all the boxes. The mortgage went through without any issues.
Priya K.- Colchester, Essex
Value Pre-Purchase Survey
As a first-time buyer, I didn’t know what to expect. The team explained everything and helped me feel secure about my investment.
Jasmine E.- Dartford, Kent
Professional & Knowledgeable
I couldn't be more happy with the service received from JMS. From start to finish, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to every detail.
Mr. J. Snitzer- Stamford Hill, London
Construction Project Lifesaver
Midway through a build, we had concerns about load-bearing walls. Wes from MJC gave expert advice and helped us rework plans before things got expensive.
Ben & Lottie W.- Salford, Manchester
Assessment Was Reassuring
Called them out for a scary ceiling crack. Turned out to be cosmetic, but Tom's calm professionalism made all the difference. Thank you, Tom!
Sandra H.- Watford
Trusted Advice for a Big Decision
We nearly went ahead with a period property until their structural survey revealed major foundation movement. Grateful for the honest and detailed assessment.
Alex & Jamie F.- Milton Keynes
Frequently Asked Questions
Structural Inspections is a UK-based service providing professional structural property surveys for residential and commercial buildings across the UK.