Structural Engineer Inspection Blog
Recent Inspections
Read noted findings from Penn Valley Engineering’s structural engineer inspections.
Foundation Drainage – Structural Benefits
Explore how foundation drainage systems influence your property’s structure, common pitfalls in waterproofing solutions, and why involving an independent structural engineer is essential for any foundation-related work.
Structural Engineer or Home Inspector?
While many homebuyers rely on a standard home inspection, hiring a licensed structural engineer from Penn Valley Engineering, offers a deeper, expert evaluation that a home inspector simply can’t match.
Telltale Signs Your Home Needs a Structural Engineer
As a homeowner, noticing signs like cracks in your foundation, drywall cracks, uneven floors, water in your basement, or other unusual symptoms can raise concerns about your home’s safety. These underlying structural issues may require the expertise of a structural engineer.
New Jersey Condo Safety Law
New Jersey’s Condo Safety Law was signed into law in 2024, marking a significant step toward ensuring the safety of condominiums and cooperatives across the state. Penn Valley Engineering’s services align perfectly with the new law’s requirements.
General Home Inspection vs. Structural Engineering Inspection
A home inspection and a structural engineering inspection are both important steps in the home-buying process, but they serve different purposes. We’re here to help you understand the differences and benefits.
Why Homebuyers Need a Structural Engineering Inspection
Not every homebuyer needs a structural engineering inspection. However, purchasing a home is a big financial decision, and having a licensed structural engineer inspect the property prior to purchasing it can be one of the best investments you’ll ever make.
Structural Engineer Inspection
Many of our blog articles cover what we call a summary narrative. Most people compare these to a structural engineer inspection. These narratives/inspections are typically visual inspections performed by a structural engineer to validate the structural soundness of a home or building’s weight-bearing components. These may include components such as framing, foundation, beams, columns, posts, or trusses. A passing inspection means the home or commercial building is safe for the public and nearby infrastructure. If there are any questionable areas, the structural engineer will point them out and provide a written solution.
The Penn Valley Engineering firm often takes the narrative one step further. When possible, we will provide a solution for any issue as well as an estimate of what the cost may be to resolve the engineering concern. If we have worked with a repair specialist in the needed field, we gladly pass on the referral.
About PVE
Penn Valley Engineering is a structural engineering consulting firm dedicated to Total Client Satisfaction.