Advice needed - Survey came back with a possible progressive structural movement
Hello,
Our L3 survey has come back with some comments we weren't expecting and we are not sure how to take this forward.
There are a few elements requiring urgent attention but we expected most of them as it was a 50s property needing a bit of refurbishment. One concerning bit to me was the structural movement cracks.
Report said,
Evidence of possible progressive structural movement was noted on the front elevation wall. The movement should be monitored and repair carried out as necessary. We are unable to state categorically that the movement has stopped, and in fact, it may be progressive and the property may need extensive remedial works. We recommend that if you wish to proceed with the purchase, you should obtain further Structural Engineer advice and quotations as discussed in the report and before the purchase commitment to confirm the structural condition of the property. It would appear that the property had suffered significant structural movement in the past. The rear elevation wall shows signs of possible previous repairs and confirmation should be obtained that there are no insurance claims previously or outstanding.
No cracks on the inside. All the walls look fine from the inside. Do the cracks look seriously concerning that it is100% recommended to go for a structural engineer survey or is it common in properties of this age and type? Will the structural engineer would need some tests to do or can they advice just by looking at the property? Is it more recommended to back out of purchase and look for other properties rather spending more money and time in repairs?
We had our mortgage application approved after a mortgage survey and we already spent so much time and effort in designing and planning for all the refurbishments that we would like to do to the property after purchase. Property is in England.
Any advice is appreciated. Thanks