How will a Chartered Structural Engineer Improve the Works?
Buildings are expensive complex, and they are all bespoke. Buildings must be designed and built correctly first time. This is only possible by employing experienced staff. Structure accounts for up to 30% of the building costs, with the rest being split between Land costs, legal fees, services and fit-out. It is therefore vital that the correct structure is chose to suit the project, its location, final use, etc. The structure will form the base that all other trades sit on, mistakes will cause problems defects throughout the life of the building. Croft Structural Engineers has experience in a variety of different building techniques and approaches. This provides us with a sound base to look at how to develop new projects and refurbish old. Tailored design approaches can be used to reduce costs and eliminate errors. A Structural Engineer may provide the following services: • Surveying land and buildings including monitoring cracks. • Inspecting and reporting on the condition of a struc
