Structural Due Diligence for Real Estate Transactions

Buying or selling a home with structural concerns? Our PE-led inspections give you clarity on foundation cracks, settling, and structural integrity - before you close.

Reviewed by a licensed NC Professional Engineer (P-3406) on May 15, 2026

What's Included

Independent, unbiased structural assessment by a licensed PE

Evaluation of foundation, framing, and structural components

Clear report distinguishing cosmetic issues from structural concerns

Fast turnaround to meet due diligence deadlines

Our Process

1

Schedule Urgently

Contact us as soon as structural concerns arise during due diligence.

2

Rapid Inspection

A PE inspects the property and documents all findings.

3

Decision-Ready Report

Receive a clear, PE-stamped report to support your negotiation or purchase decision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Every inspection is performed by a licensed North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) - never an intern, technician, or engineer-in-training. The same PE who walks your property writes and stamps your report. Triangle Structural Engineering is a licensed NC engineering firm (License #P-3406).

Pre-purchase structural due diligence inspections in the Triangle typically range from $750 to $1,250 depending on home size and concerns identified by the general home inspector. Pricing is flat-fee with the PE-stamped report included.

We understand real estate timelines are tight. We can typically schedule within 1-3 business days and deliver the PE-stamped report 1-2 business days after the visit, fitting most NC due diligence windows.

Absolutely. Many Realtors across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Chapel Hill refer their clients to us or schedule inspections directly to keep transactions moving.

Yes. A PE-stamped report provides credible, third-party documentation of structural conditions that supports repair credits, price adjustments, or a clear-eyed decision to walk away.

A general home inspector flags concerns across many systems but is not licensed to make structural determinations. A licensed PE provides a stamped opinion on whether observed issues are cosmetic or genuinely structural, which lenders and insurers rely on.

Ready to Get Started?

Schedule your real estate due diligence with a licensed Professional Engineer today.

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