FHA Inspections & Forensics

Structural Inspections in Charlotte, NC

At Structural Design Solutions of Charlotte, our engineering inspection services are mainly focused on the residential market, including FHA Inspection. We work with a variety of clients in and around the Charlotte NC areas to ensure the homeowner or prospective buyer gets a quality and structurally sound home. We recommend pre-purchase inspections for prospective buyers, which ensures that no major structural defects exist at the time of the engineering or FHA inspection. We also recommend inspections for realtors as well, which better represents the home to clients.

Our firm has a variety of experience in residential and FHA inspections. We inspect a variety of homes including custom homes, townhouses, modular homes, and manufactured homes. The services provided by Structural Design Solutions, although not limited to, include:

Charlotte Home Inspection Services

  • General Structural Evaluation
  • Pre-purchase Home Inspection
  • Limited Scope Inspections
  • Deck Inspection
  • Building Code Compliance
  • Retaining Wall Inspection
  • FHA Compliance Requirements
  • Well Water Testing and Compliance
  • Additional Services Available

Charlotte FHA Manufactured Homes Services

  • FHA Foundation Certifications
  • Home Stabilization System Design (shown at right)
  • Septic System Inspection
  • Over-Height Foundation Design
  • Deck and Porch Inspection
  • Well Water Testing (EPA Standards)
  • Additional Services Available
See our preferred method of manufactured home stabilization below.

Recommended Stabilization System Specifications and Installation Requirements (contact us for preferred installation specialist)

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Please review the list of FHA compliance requirements. Our firm can also, upon request, have our team of charlotte FHA specialists install the necessary checklist components and prepare the property for inspection. Our recommended licensed contractor provides quality work at a competitive price, call or email us for pricing information. See information listed below.

Things to know about Charlotte Structural & FHA Manufactured Home Inspections

  • HUD Structural Foundation Inspection is required for all FHA and VA Backed loans in Charlotte, NC and Surrounding Areas.
  • Structural Engineering Inspection is typically a good idea when purchasing a new home. It determines the structural integrity of the home and foundation by a licensed professional engineer.
  • Structural Inspection in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas is particularly important when it comes to foundation inspection and engineering, including FHA requirements. North Carolina clays tend to cause more foundation issues for homeowners.
  • FHA Upgrades and FHA requirements for manufactured homes should be reviewed and evaluated by a licensed professional engineer with experience in the Charlotte area.
  • At Structural Design Solutions of Charlotte, our structural engineers work closely with Charlotte Real Estate agents, Charlotte home inspectors, and Charlotte homeowners when performing structural inspections in general for typical homes and FHA certifications for manufactured home and mobile homes.

Forensics

At Structural Design Solutions, we have the experience needed to effectively investigate and analyze the structural integrity of both residential and commercial projects. Our fundamental understanding of basic design philosophies and construction techniques allows our firm to evaluate the current situation and provide our clients with a simple, yet effective solution.

Our firm provides forensic investigation for a variety of projects. In addition to our investigation procedures we also provide cost effective solutions for our clients. Our knowledge and experience in the engineering and construction fields allows us to investigate and remediate or retrofit structures in the areas listed below.
  • Concrete (cracking, spalling)
  • Foundation Settlement (identify various signs of settlement issues)
  • Masonry
  • Exterior Veneer
  • Steel Beams and Columns
  • Steel Joists
  • Timber Trusses
  • Lateral Stabilization Systems
  • Retaining Walls (cracking, excessive movements)
  • Specialized Products
  • Additional Services by Request
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