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Removing a chimney breast is a common way of gaining valuable floor space, particularly in older properties. However, before removing any part of a chimney it is important to understand what will happen to the masonry ab...

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Clay soils are common across parts of Dorset and Hampshire and can sometimes make foundation design a little more complicated. This is particularly important where there are trees close to a proposed extension or new bui...

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A structural engineer’s role is to make sure the structural elements of your project are safe, suitable and designed to carry the loads placed upon them.

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AI is a fantastic tool, but it isn't a structural engineer. Structural design isn't simply a case of finding the right formula and putting some numbers into it. Design codes require engineering judgement and interpretati...

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Sometimes, before I can complete a structural design, I may ask you to arrange a foundation trial pit. A trial pit is simply a small excavation alongside an existing wall which allows us to see what is actually below gro...

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Removing a wall is one of the most common ways to open up a home, whether you're creating a kitchen diner, a larger family room or just making better use of the space you have. But before the sledgehammer comes out, you ...

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If you're planning a loft conversion, you may be wondering whether you need a structural engineer. In most cases, you will.

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