Beam, floor joist and roof strengthening calculations
The aim is a concise, buildable answer rather than a bulky report that is difficult to use on site.
Structural Engineering Service
Loft Conversions
Loft conversions need careful thought around the new floor, altered roof structure, existing walls and how the works are built safely.
Overview
Clear structural design for approval and site.
Full structural packages for dormer, hip-to-gable and mansard loft conversions. BJS Engineering keeps the design package practical, properly evidenced and focused on what the homeowner, architect, builder and building control team need to move the project forward.
Structural drawings coordinated around the proposed loft layout
The aim is a concise, buildable answer rather than a bulky report that is difficult to use on site.
Details for openings, dormers and altered roof supports
The aim is a concise, buildable answer rather than a bulky report that is difficult to use on site.
What Is Covered
The details normally included in this service.
Dormer loft conversions
Hip-to-gable conversions
Mansard loft conversions
Roof structure alterations and strengthening
Floor beam design for new loft rooms
Process
A straightforward route from information to answer.
The best starting point is usually a drawing pack, photos of the existing building and a short note explaining what needs to change.
01
Review roof geometry, proposed drawings and any measured information.
02
Design the new floor and roof support strategy.
03
Provide a clear package for approval and site use.
Need this type of structural design?
Send drawings, photos or a short description and BJS Engineering will advise on the right structural input.