What to consider.
Its pattern, position and relationship to other signs matter. Ask whether it has changed, whether it has been repaired and whether monitoring or structural advice already exists.
Useful questions to ask.
- When was the crack first noticed, and has it changed?
- Has it been filled or repaired, and what was the reason given?
- Are monitoring records or structural reports available?
Look at the building as a whole.
Other features worth bringing to your surveyor’s attention include uneven floors, gaps around openings and walls that appear bowed or leaning. These observations need to be considered together, rather than used individually to diagnose a cause.
A survey helps assess visible evidence. One visit cannot always establish whether movement is continuing.
What does this mean for your plans?
Your budget, timetable and willingness to manage repairs affect what you are comfortable taking on. Tell me about your plans so we can discuss the findings, the uncertainty and the next checks in that context.