Structural Engineers for Loft Conversions
We understand the value of expert advice exactly when and where you need it.
Structural Designs, Drawings & Calculations for Loft Conversions
As a leading engineering consultancy dedicated to providing structural engineering services across domestic alterations and residential projects, we understand the value of expert advice exactly when and where you need it.
Before your loft conversion can get underway, we undertake the tasks needed to ensure the major alteration of your roof is completed safely and effectively. We take care of the structural design, which includes providing structural calculations and engineering plans, to ensure you create the most efficient loft design and conversion possible.
What To Expect From Us
Our qualified engineers boast over a decade of experience delivering structural design solutions ensure a seamless loft conversion from conception to completion. We’ll ensure your loft conversion is completed safely, responsibly and exactly.
Depending on your current roof type, there are many complex considerations. That’s why it’s key to have a skilled, experienced structural engineer for your loft conversion.
Initial assessment
We will review your architectural drawings to understand the structural implications associated with the loft conversion. We’ll then be able to provide an accurate quotation and set out our scope of services for the project. Our assessments include: the existing structural configuration of the building and roof structure, alteration impact ((i.e. what are the structural implications of the proposals), and determining structural steelwork required to enable loft conversion.
Structural design
Your dedicated structural engineer will consider the proposals and plan the proposed structural design, reviewing any other considerations or challenges that may be associated with the conversion. If necessary, we will attend the site. Our structural design is delivered by structural calculations and detailed engineering drawings that would be suitable for submission to Building Control and suitable for your appointed Contractor to work from.
Expertise informed by experts
Each of our engineers has considerable professional experience working across a range of commercial and domestic projects.
Speed without compromising
We pride ourselves on our rapid responses to queries and quotes. This is because we understand the need to move quickly when a project steamrolls ahead.
On your side support
Our engineers will have your back throughout each phase (if desired). This entails site inspections, assistance with site queries and liaison with design team and contractor whenever you need it.
Types of roofs for loft conversions:
Hip to gable
This type of conversion involves extending the sloping side of a roof into a vertical end, which can maximise space but requires significant structural changes.
Mansard
The lower sections of a mansard roof are often close to vertical, which can create more headroom and usable floor space than other types of conversions.
Dormer
A popular choice in the UK, a dormer loft conversion features a small extension with a flat roof and a window. Dormer lofts can also be done with a pitched roof.
Flat
Flat roofs overhang from the main roof, making them easier to install and offering more floor space than pitched roofs.
Modular
This type of conversion involves pre-fabricating components off-site and assembling them on-site, which can reduce construction time and disruption.
Butterfly
Traditional London butterfly roofs can provide a lot of usable space, even though they might not look like it.
Previous Structural Engineering Projects
12 Miller Close
12 Miller Close is a beautiful modern house in Newcastle with amazing open plan features.
The Dell
The Dell is a property in which we provided structural solutions, in Morpeth, Northumberland.
Why We’re Right For You
Our business is built by detail-driven professionals who provide our clients with an authentic and reliable service. This means consistently delivering trusted and reliable expertise to new and existing clients, no matter the stage of their project.
We are a practice of skilled, innovative, and professional engineers, offering a wide range of design services for the built environment. Our long-standing commitment to providing excellence has kept us at the forefront of engineering.
Our focus remains on what delivers the best results for our clients and their projects. By enthusiastically embracing new technologies, we continue to provide inspiring solutions to simple and complex engineering problems.
Our reputation was built on rapid response to clients’ needs. That’s why our service promise guarantees an expert will respond promptly to enquiries, questions, and concerns.
Get in Touch
Any changes to your project or property will require an expert and knowledgeable hand. This is where it’s about not only finding a structural engineer but the right one.
We are competent, driven professionals with excellent attention to detail. Our business is built to provide clients with authentic and reliable service.
To provide the best service, we focus on consistency and remain approachable for all our new and existing clients, no matter what stage their project is at.
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FAQs
For significant structural changes or extensions, UK building regulations often require a structural engineer’s input.
The cost can vary depending on your project’s size and complexity; therefore, every project is priced individually.
Look for qualifications, experience with similar projects, positive reviews, and professional accreditation.
Involve a structural engineer from the get-go within the planning phase to flag any structural concerns early in the project.
Ideally, the architect will design the layout and aesthetics, while the structural engineer will calculate and ensure the structure’s safety and feasibility to achieve the desired proposals.
The short answer is yes, to ensure the new structure is safe, complies with building regulations, and integrates properly with the existing building.
Loft conversions depend on size and scope, as well as local restrictions and fees. However, costs typically range from £20,000 to £50,000.