How Structural Inspections Support Successful Insurance Claims After Property Damage

·         Sketching available structural elements

·         Preliminary notes on the site conditions.

·         Details of areas that could be further reviewed

This information will give a fuller picture of the condition of the property. Both of these are beneficial to the reduction of confusion, as it provides documented observations, rather than assumed memories.

Assessing Structural Conditions following Damage

Buildings are subject to various types of property damage which have varying effects. The severity of the event and structural construction can affect different areas of a structure as a result of water intrusion, fire, storms, and other occurrences.

A structural inspection may assess areas of the structure that are accessible for visible issues such as:

·         Foundation areas

·         Framing components

·         Walls and ceilings

·         Roof-related structural elements

·         Support systems