Real structural inspections from South East Queensland, explained plainly. Each case study covers the client’s concern, what Ostanes Engineering assessed, the main findings and the recommendations we provided. All details are anonymised.
Each case study summarises a completed Ostanes Engineering inspection. We remove names, addresses and report details, and we describe only what was assessed, found and recommended. We do not claim repair outcomes, savings or insurance results.
Names, addresses, report numbers and identifying photo details are removed before anything is published.
We explain what was assessed, what was seen and the limits of a visual structural inspection.
Each case study sets out the recommendations provided, such as drainage, monitoring or targeted repairs, without claiming that repairs were done.
Independent assessment of wall, ceiling and slab cracking, with findings on likely causes, monitoring and repair recommendations.
Pre-purchase review of structural concerns flagged in a building and pest report, so you can understand how serious they are before you commit.
Assessment of roof framing, skylights and storm-related damage that may affect the structure.
Structural reporting for storm, water and other event-related damage to support repair planning.
Pre-construction and post-construction condition records of buildings and structures near building or excavation work.
Detailed investigation of structural damage, failures or defects to establish likely causes and set out recommendations.
Yes. Each one summarises a completed Ostanes Engineering inspection. We anonymise the details and describe only what was assessed, found and recommended.
No. We describe the inspection and the recommendations we provided. We do not claim that repairs were completed, money was saved or an insurance claim was successful.
A visual structural inspection assesses the readily accessible areas of a building for signs of movement, damage or distress. It does not include excavation, material testing or concealed areas unless agreed. Each case study states the limits of its inspection.
Yes. We provide structural inspections across South East Queensland, including Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. Send the details through the contact form.
Cracking, storm damage, a sagging balcony, or a building report with structural questions? Tell us about it and an Ostanes engineer will advise on the right inspection.
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