FAQs
when working with us

We provide a wide range of civil and structural engineering services including feasibility studies, civil and structural engineering design, building inspections and construction-stage technical advice and design clarifications where required. We typically work for a wide range of clients including private homeowners, commercial property owners, developers, general builders and maintenance contractors. We are also able to liaise with other design professionals on your behalf including architects and M&E consultants, ecologists and sustainability consultants.

We typically require architectural layout drawings or site surveys, planning reports and a brief containing any specific design preferences or constraints. Simply contact us via phone, email or our website with the project details and we can provide a tailored quote.

We serve clients locally and regionally. Our projects are normally located in Somerset or Wiltshire; however, we are happy to cover projects across the South of England, including the M4 corridor.

Timescales vary on a project-by-project basis depending on size and complexity. A small residential extension or internal refurbishment project should take approximately 1-2 weeks to complete; larger and more complex commercial developments can take several months to complete. As part of our service, we can prepare calculations, drawings, materials specifications and schedules, and structural reports.

Yes. As part of our design process, we can prepare our drawings and calculations for a Building Regulations (Part A – Structure) submission. Where required, we can liaise with the local authority Building Regulations or Planning departments to support the Building Control or Planning review process, as required.

Yes, we hold professional indemnity insurance coverage. Our engineers are registered with the IStructE (Institution of Structural Engineers).

Our designs are prepared in accordance with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes and Building Regulations, appropriate to the agreed scope. Our design work is led and checked by a Chartered Engineer.

We work with the main construction materials used for projects in the UK including structural steelwork, concrete, timber and masonry.

Yes. We offer structural condition surveys and site inspections to assess structural defects, with recommendations provided in our report for due diligence, insurance claims and mortgage applications.

Yes, we can support value engineering to improve buildability and efficiency, while maintaining the required performance and structural design intent within the agreed scope.

Yes, we conduct structural surveys and inspections for both residential and commercial properties, including structural condition surveys and specific defect inspections. Our advice is based on the agreed scope and information available at the time, and does not include supervision of construction, temporary works, or contractor workmanship unless expressly agreed in writing.

Fees are normally fixed for well-defined design briefs. However, for projects where the scope needs to be flexible, our fees would be charged at an hourly rate, with the maximum time and resource input proposed at the start of the project.

We offer an initial call to discuss your requirements and define the scope of services. Fees for site visits and detailed assessments depend on scope and location.