Do I need structural calculations for removing a load-bearing wall?

Yes. When removing a load-bearing wall, Building Control will require structural calculations confirming that the proposed steel beam is correctly sized for the loads above, that adequate padstones and bearings are provided, and that the remaining structure is safe. Hey Structure provides a complete Building Control-ready package covering all of these elements.

Can you help with Building Control approval?

Yes. All our standard structural packages produce Building Control-ready calculations and drawings. We also offer a Building Control Coordination service to manage technical correspondence with your local authority or approved inspector until sign-off is achieved.

How long do structural calculations take?

Standard structural calculations are typically delivered within 3–7 working days of receiving all required information. Loft conversion and extension packages typically take 5–10 working days. Priority turnaround is available on request.

Do you work from architect's drawings?

Yes. We regularly work from architect's drawings and planning-approved drawings. Where drawings are not available, we can advise on the information required for us to proceed. Providing existing drawings reduces the time and cost of the structural design process.

Do you provide site visits?

Site visits are included as part of our structural survey service and can be arranged for structural inspections and adequacy reports. For design services such as structural calculations and drawings, many projects can be completed remotely. We will advise whether a site visit is required following our initial review.

What is Hey Structure?

Premium, corporate structural engineering services across the UK. Get instant quotes and expert support for residential, commercial, and development projects.

services/Load Bearing Wall Removal

Structural calculations from £295, delivered in 3 to 7 working days

Load-bearing wall removal design from £350: steel beam sizing, padstones, and temporary propping scheme

Loft conversion structural packages from £595: floor joists, dormer steelwork, and ridge beam design

Extension structural packages from £495: foundations, openings, and roof structure

Steel and timber beam design from £250

Structural surveys from £395 and structural adequacy reports from £350

Civil engineering : drainage, SuDS, and flood risk

Planning and measured surveys

Party wall agreements

services/Load Bearing Wall Removal | Hey Structure

Structural Engineers London & UK | Hey Structure

Services

Coverage

Contact