Structural Engineer

[Mr S]

Im after a structural engineer for some advice regarding an RSJ for my garage. Basically my double garage is attached to the house, and I would like a single door conversion on my garage to replace the old 2x up and overs. However, I would like to future proof this conversion by fitting a beam that would be suitable to allow me to extend over the top of the garage. Im also looking at extending the garage rearwards, as I currently don't have enough space, and a greenhouse is occupying some land, so would want to knock the greenhouse down/push it over, and build rearwards to occupy similar space. Assuming that the spec of RSJ at the front would also be what I require at the rear, but I have no idea, hence asking as I have no idea where to start. Im based in Towcester, near Silverstone.

 

[Oishi]

This is advise from 3000 miles away, but it may work over there. I have taken my plans that I have drawn up for renovations to the beam mfg. and have them size beam and stamp drawings. Over here they will do it for free if you buy their product. Show the inspectors the eng. stamped drawings, and no probs. Hope that helps.

 

[Gazcw]

Most builders know what they need tbh. I have Dacvid Smith in the past for underpinning and some roof calls. Not cheap but good. He also recommended someone for certain works.

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[D Walker]

It won’t just be the rsj. You will have to consider / know your foundations under garage. Is your garage double brick?

 

[lozcb]

Im after a structural engineer for some advice regarding an RSJ for my garage. Basically my double garage is attached to the house, and I would like a single door conversion on my garage to replace the old 2x up and overs. However, I would like to future proof this conversion by fitting a beam that would be suitable to allow me to extend over the top of the garage. Im also looking at extending the garage rearwards, as I currently don't have enough space, and a greenhouse is occupying some land, so would want to knock the greenhouse down/push it over, and build rearwards to occupy similar space. Assuming that the spec of RSJ at the front would also be what I require at the rear, but I have no idea, hence asking as I have no idea where to start. Im based in Towcester, near Silverstone.

A structural engineer will or should advise a durable standard catnic lintel , what's more important initially is to check the existing foundations are the correct depth for an extra storey , the only way is to dig down beside the foundation and do a physical check , depending on the subsoil a metre foundation is generally adequate in this area ,I'm in Milton Keynes just up the road from you
My mate Steve from Crown Builders would be ideal for that , great guy , quick and efficient , they are also affiliated to crown windows

 

[Wanderer]

Back home my brother the builder was working in the flat over a shop, and he noticed cracks appearing the wall for no reason he could see. Turned out the owner of the house next door had been denied planning permission for a loft conversion, decided to go down and dig out a cellar. Trouble is he had no clue, dug it out, no footings or abutments, soil is all clay. My bro figured out that was happening and called the council who called the police etc, cordoned it off, it started raining and....

 

[D Walker]

A structural engineer will or should advise a durable standard catnic lintel , what's more important initially is to check the existing foundations are the correct depth for an extra storey , the only way is to dig down beside the foundation and do a physical check , depending on the subsoil a metre foundation is generally adequate in this area ,I'm in Milton Keynes just up the road from you
My mate Steve from Crown Builders would be ideal for that , great guy , quick and efficient , they are also affiliated to crown windows

Great minds and all that

 

[lozcb]

Great minds and all that

Sorry Dave ,hadn't got down the thread that far before I shot my load I mean my (mouth off lol ) what all the women in my life have told I let slip too early without thinking lol

 

[Mr S]

Thanks for the responses. Will get in touch with a couple of people. Obviously foundations of the garage are paramount, but according to certain regulations, the footings for the garage should be the same as the house, however appreciate that is not always the case.