"DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO COMPLEX PROBLEMS"
WHAT WE DO BEST
EXPLORE
Structural Engineering is the pursuit of economic yet robust building solutions. We EXPLORE all options to ensure that the chosen solution is both robust and economical.
DEVELOP
The structure of a building is integral to its form, and we can work with you / your Architect / or your appointed professionals to help DEVELOP your design.
DELIVER
We pride ourselves on our honest approach and always aim to DELIVER our services to a high standard and on time to meet your requirements.
ABOUT US
Based in Stroud, we are a local Structural Engineering consultancy with over 40 years design experience within the construction industry.
We can provide a comprehensive range of specialist services across both public and private sectors.
Being located in the Cotswolds, we are ideally placed to serve clients in most geographical areas in southern England and Wales. We currently have clients in the West Country, South Wales, the Midlands, and the South of England.
Our size and structure allows us to provide you with a personal, consistent and friendly service that will meet your requirements, time scale, and projected costs.
DO YOU NEED AN ENGINEER?
What is a Structural Engineer?
Unlike an architect who deals with the layout, form, and finishes of a building, a structural engineer is a professional that specialises in the structural elements of the building - both individually and as a whole, and has an understanding of how these elements support and remain stable for the applied loads. They can determine the strength of structures and buildings, using calculations based on scientific engineering principles. They provide advice on the structural elements for new buildings ensuring that they meet current design standards, and health and safety requirements. They also provide advice with respect to assessing existing structures, and the effect that proposed alterations or renovations may have on the existing building.
When would I need a Structural Engineer?
Structural engineers are generally required for two main types of services:
Building works / renovations
This includes both construction of new structures, extensions, dwellings etc., and alterations to existing structures or buildings. Basically, anything that involves a new construction or changes the structure of an existing building, would normally need the services of a structural engineer.
Structural engineers calculate the loads applied to the structure so that the new elements can be sized without having a detrimental effect on the complete building. Once these calculations have been finalised, suitable structural drawings are produced so that the relevant information can be relayed to the contractor in a clear and concise manor allowing the new works to be constructed.
Structural reports
Due to the complex nature of a building, there are a number of problems that can occur within a structure – generally highlighted by cracking and movement within the different elements of the building.
A chartered surveyor would typically be instructed if the issues relate to damp, building services, property value and so forth. However, if these issues appear to relate to the structural elements of the building, the services of a structural engineer would typically be required. This would normally involve the requirement to visit the building or structure to view the issues, and produce a report based on the findings. It should, however, be noted that the structural engineer can only comment on the structural elements of the building and only on those elements that are visible during the visit.
