Service

Defect Investigations

Independent structural inspections, condition assessments and defect investigations for commercial buildings, industrial premises, property portfolios and managed assets.

Whether prompted by visible cracking, movement, deterioration, concerns raised during acquisition, planned refurbishment works or ongoing asset management requirements, Tashi Structures provides clear, practical assessments focused on identifying genuine structural issues, understanding associated risks and establishing proportionate recommendations.

Structural defects can arise from a wide range of causes including foundation movement, material deterioration, corrosion, overloading, water ingress, impact damage, construction defects or alterations undertaken during the building’s lifetime. Tashi Structures undertakes detailed investigations to determine the most likely cause of observed defects, assess their structural significance and advise whether remedial works, monitoring or further investigation are required.

Reports are concise, commercially focused and tailored to the needs of property owners, asset managers, facilities teams, surveyors and investors, helping clients make informed decisions regarding maintenance liabilities, repairs, acquisitions, redevelopment opportunities and long-term asset management.

Key points

Independent inspections and condition assessments
Investigation of cracking and deterioration
Establishing the cause and significance
Whether remedial works are needed
Monitoring or further investigation advice
Reports for owners, surveyors and investors

When you need this

This service is typically prompted by cracking, movement or deterioration in a building, or by an acquisition where you need to understand its condition. It also supports planned refurbishment and ongoing asset management, where defects need to be understood before decisions are made.

Frequently asked questions

What can cause defects in commercial buildings?

Causes include foundation movement, material deterioration, corrosion, overloading, water ingress, impact damage, original construction defects and the effects of past alterations. We work to identify which applies.

Will you tell us whether remedial work is needed?

Yes. We determine the cause and significance of a defect and advise whether remedial works, monitoring or further investigation are required.

Can an investigation inform an acquisition?

Yes. We carry out condition assessments and defect investigations that help owners and investors understand a building’s condition before acquisition.

Who are your reports prepared for?

We report for owners, asset managers, facilities teams, surveyors and investors, presenting findings clearly so they can support the relevant decisions.

Can you support a planned refurbishment?

Yes. Investigating defects ahead of refurbishment helps confirm the condition of the structure and informs the scope of work required.