Supporting Surveyors with Steel Frame Homes

Case Study

Background

Surveyors carry a high level of responsibility in the property market. Buyers, sellers, and lenders rely on their assessments to make major financial decisions. For most homes, a visual survey is sufficient to identify key risks.

Steel-framed houses are different. Corrosion can form out of sight, hidden behind cladding or masonry. No matter how careful a surveyor is, they cannot always spot these issues without taking parts of the structure apart. Even if the building is opened up, a ‘standard‘ surveyor might not have sufficient experience in steel frame houses to know exactly where to check for corrosion.

The Challenge for Surveyors

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  • Steel-framed homes are classed as non-standard construction, which makes lenders cautious.
  • Mortgage approval frequently depends on the surveyor’s comments about the frame.
  • Visual inspections may not reveal the full picture, and hidden corrosion can surface later.
  • Not every surveyor encounters these properties often enough to be fully familiar with their quirks and common defects.

This means there are times when surveyors face pressure to provide certainty, even when the construction type itself makes that difficult.

Our Role

At Steel Frame Repairs, we support the work surveyors already do. When a steel-framed property needs a closer look, we offer the specialist input you can rely on. We offer:

  • Intrusive inspections that expose hidden sections of the frame.
  • Specialist reports that sit alongside the surveyor’s findings.
  • Engineer certification that meets lender requirements.

When we work together, surveyors can offer a more complete service without having to handle every detail alone.

Outcome

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When we’ve been brought in to help, our investigations have clarified the real condition of the frame. This lets surveyors give clients solid, evidence-based advice, backed by specialist certification when needed.

Clients feel more confident. Lenders get the reassurance they need for mortgage approval. Surveyors can show they’ve gone the extra mile to protect their clients’ interests.

Key Message for Surveyors

Steel-framed properties can be more challenging than standard homes. By calling in a trusted specialist when needed, surveyors can protect their clients, reassure lenders, and keep their own professional reputation strong.

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