New and self-build Structural Engineers in Essex

If you are planning on a new build or self-build project, it is never too early to consult a structural engineer. Early engagement is crucial to ensure you have the right advice. When it comes to new builds or self-build projects, up to 30% of build costs are literally in the ground, so it is vital that you get the plans right from the start. When you hire Essex Structural Engineers (ESE), we will play a vital role in ensuring designs and plans are correctly implemented.

How structural engineers fit into the design process of new builds

A good engineer will guide architects – they won’t just go with what has been designed if there are more efficient ways of creating a structure. The structural engineers in Brentwood at ESE are adaptable and sympathetic to the needs of their client – whilst always aiming to provide what the client wants, for the lowest possible cost.

Our job, is to create a mathematical model which is a representation of the real-life scenario. We will consider all of the factors which might affect the structure of the building, before the actual building work can go ahead.
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We recommend that the best time to get a structural engineer involved would be during the initial design concept stage. You will be paying for an engineer at some stage – so getting one involved from the offset means that you can benefit from their input the whole way through.

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New Build and Self Build

Structural engineers for self-build designs

Self-build projects don’t have to be traditional in design and materials. Essex Structural Engineers are experienced in working with MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) like light-weight steel frames and timber framed designs.

Most structural calculations will be unique to the building. Although there are span and loading tables for standard steel lintels and structural timbers such as floor, ceiling and roof joists. Building Control Inspectors will want to see calculations for anything non-standard when you submit drawings.

If you are designing your home yourself, it is important that you appoint a structural engineer to ensure your build will be structurally sound, particularly where timber frames are concerned as timber requires complex configurations and detailed calculations.

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Structural engineers for new-build designs

​Get in touch with Essex Structural Engineers in Brentwood to help you ensure your dream new build goes as smoothly as possible without any structural compromise. Give us a call today on 01277 554 147.
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