Homes we inspect in Stratford
Around Maryland, West Ham and the streets towards Forest Gate, Stratford has Victorian terraces, many converted into flats. The Olympic Park, East Village and the town centre have large modern blocks, and there are post-war estates throughout.
For newer flats, buyers usually ask us about cracks in finishes or about an alteration they want to make. For older houses, the questions are about movement and earlier alterations.
Common structural issues in Stratford
- Cracking in Victorian terraces on softer ground near the Lea.
- Alterations in flats that need the freeholder's consent.
- Walls and chimney breasts removed in converted houses.
- Cracks in finishes in newer buildings that need explaining.
- Movement linked to leaking drains.
Ground conditions
Stratford sits beside the River Lea and its many channels, with alluvium, river terrace gravels and, on former industrial land, made ground. Ground conditions can differ considerably between the valley floor and the streets to the east.
We check the British Geological Survey records for every address we inspect, because ground conditions can change from one street to the next.
Services in Stratford
- Structural inspections: Specific (SSI) from £420*, General (GSI) from £540* and Comprehensive (CGSI) from £880*.
- Mortgage structural reports when your lender's valuer asks for an engineer.
- Insurance structural reports and subsidence investigations.
- Wall and chimney breast removal calculations for Building Control.
- Extension and loft conversion design.
- Freeholder consent reports for leasehold flats.
* Prices are a guide only and VAT may be added. Contact us for an accurate price.
Arranging an inspection in Stratford
Send us the postcode, whether it is a house or a flat, how many bedrooms it has and a few photos of what you have noticed, or your valuer's letter. We will recommend the right service and give you a price in writing before you book. Our engineers travel to Stratford from our office on Turnham Green Terrace in Chiswick, with weekday and weekend visits available. See our prices or request a quote.
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Common questions
Do you have an office in Stratford?
No. Our office is at Gable House, 18–24 Turnham Green Terrace, Chiswick, W4 1QP, and our engineers travel to Stratford for inspections and site visits.
Can you inspect a new-build flat?
Yes. We inspect the flat and the parts of the building we can see, and explain whether cracks or defects are structural or cosmetic. If the building is still under a warranty, our report can help when you contact the warranty provider or the developer.
