We provide structural engineering calculations to support safe and compliant construction works.
Our Services Include:
Loft conversion structural calculations (Design of steel beams, rafters, purlins, and load paths for loft extensions.)
Extension design (foundations, beams, load paths)
Steel beam (RSJ) design
Lintel design
Foundation design
Load-bearing wall removal calculations
What You Receive:
Structural calculations compliant with Building Regulations
Design assumptions clearly explained
Structural drawings (if required)
Ready for Building Control submission
Who It’s For:
Homeowners undertaking alterations
Builders and contractors
Architects and designers
Why Structural Calculations Matter
Structural calculations are a vital part of any building project involving structural changes. They ensure that your property remains safe, stable, and capable of supporting all loads after alterations are made.
Even seemingly simple changes like removing a wall can significantly affect how loads are distributed through a building. Without proper design, this can lead to serious structural issues over time.
By obtaining professional structural calculations, you are protecting both your property and the people within it.
Building Regulations & Legal Compliance
In the UK, most structural alterations must comply with Building Regulations. This is a legal requirement, not an option.
Structural calculations are required to:
Demonstrate that the proposed work is safe and compliant
Support your Building Control application
Ensure the correct materials and sizes are used
Your local authority or approved inspector will review these calculations before approving the work.
We ensure all calculations are prepared in accordance with current standards and are suitable for submission.
What Happens If You Don’t Get Structural Calculations and Approval?
Choosing to proceed without proper structural design can lead to serious consequences:
Structural movement, cracking, or failure
Risk of partial or full collapse
Long-term damage to your property
Legal Consequences:
Non-compliance with Building Regulations
Potential enforcement action from your local council
Requirement to expose or redo completed work
Financial Risks:
Costly repairs or structural strengthening later
Delays to your project
Reduced property value
Your project is not legally signed off
Selling Your Property in the Future:
Solicitors will request Building Control certificates
Buyers may lose confidence and withdraw
Mortgage lenders may refuse to lend
Insurance:
Claims related to structural issues may be rejected
