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Structural Engineering
What structural engineers do, when you need one, and what it costs.
What does a structural engineer do?
Surveys, calculations, design and approvals - the job explained in plain English.
Do I need a structural engineer?
A practical checklist: the jobs that need an engineer, and the ones that don't.
How much does a structural engineer cost?
What drives the price of calculations, surveys and design - and how fixed fees work.
Floor joist sizes and spans: a practical UK guide
Common sizes, realistic spans, and when a floor needs proper engineering.
What is a padstone, and when do you need one?
The small block that stops a big beam crushing your wall - explained.
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