Load Bearing Wall Removal
Structural Engineering for Safe Load-Bearing Wall Alterations
Planning to remove a load-bearing wall to create a larger, more open space in your home?
Pavol Zajac Structural Engineers Ltd. provides the structural drawings and calculations required to safely alter or remove load-bearing walls, giving your builder and Building Control the technical information they need to move your project forward.
You may need structural calculations if you are:
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Creating an open-plan kitchen or living area
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Knocking two rooms into one
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Creating a larger opening between rooms
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Removing part or all of a load-bearing wall
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Installing an RSJ or steel beam
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Altering an existing structural opening
Not sure whether the wall is load-bearing? Tell us about your project and we can advise on the structural engineering required.
What Will We Provide?
We’ll assess the proposed alteration and design an appropriate structural solution for your property.
Depending on your project, this may include the design and calculations for steel beams, RSJs, columns, piers or supporting structures, together with the structural drawings required to clearly communicate the design.
These drawings and calculations can then be provided to your builder and Building Control as required.
1. Tell Us About Your Project
Contact us with details of the alteration you’re planning.
2. We Assess The Structure
We’ll establish the structural engineering required and provide a quotation.
3. We Design The Solution
We’ll prepare the appropriate structural calculations and drawings for the proposed alteration.
4. Your Builder Can Progress
Your builder has clear structural information from which to carry out the work, with calculations available for Building Control as required.
Why Choose Pavol Zajac Structural Engineers?
Residential structural engineering specialists
Practical, buildable engineering solutions
Experienced in extensions, loft conversions and structural alterations
Work closely with architects and builders
Detailed structural drawings and calculations
Competitive quotations, clear communication & reliable turnaround times
Balint Lazar
Pavol acted as the structural engineer on our loft conversion. He has done a great job and he has worked together with both our architect and builder very smoothly. During the build, an unexpected issue came to light and Pavol was immediately available to advise and managed to resolve this with the builder. We plan to use him again for our next project.
Andy Stuart
I can't recommend Pavol highly enough. Unlike most we contacted he actually had an interest in assisting us. He dealt with our enquiries promptly and explains things in a way non-professionals easily understand. Great advice and an absolute pleasure to deal with. I will refer him to all of my friends.
Daniel Greaves
Pavol is a one of a kind quality structural surveyor. He has done some fantastic work for us in the past and continues to excel himself. With his great attention to detail, ideas and planning we’ve been able to get some great plans done and save tons of money in the process. We’d recommend at all times!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I Need Structural Engineer to Remove a Load-Bearing Wall?
If the wall is supporting part of the structure above, a structural engineer will typically be required to assess the loads and design the structure that will replace the support provided by the wall.
2. Do I Need Structural Calculations for a Steel Beam or RSJ?
Where a steel beam is required, structural calculations are used to determine the appropriate beam design based on the loads and span involved.
3. Will I Need Building Regulations Approval?
Structural alterations such as removing a load-bearing wall will generally need to comply with Building Regulations. Our structural drawings and calculations provide the technical structural information required for the project.
4. Can You Work With My Builder or Architect?
Costs depend on the size and complexity of the project and the structural work required. Send us your plans or details of the proposed work and we can provide a quotation.