Do I need a structural engineer ?

Structural Engineer Wizzard 

Liba Consulting has developed this Structural Engineering Wizard to help answer the most common questions around when a structural engineer is required.

Whether you're planning an extension, loft conversion, basement, structrual survey or structural alteration, this tool gives a quick and simple way to understand if your project is likely to need structural engineering input. Just follow the steps and receive an initial indication based on your project details.

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Project Type Step 1

What type of project are you planning?

Select the option that best describes your project. Your subsequent questions will be tailored to your choice.

🧱Wall Removal / Steel Beam Internal or external wall, chimney breast
🏠Ground Floor Extension Rear, side, wraparound, porch
🏡Double Storey Extension Over two or more floors
🏗️New Build Residential, commercial or mixed use
🔺Loft Conversion Dormer, hip-to-gable, mansard
⬇️Basement / Cellar Conversion New dig or existing cellar
🔩Underpinning / Subsidence Foundation repair, settlement
🔍Structural Cracks / Movement Investigation or monitoring
🏚️Roof Structure Alteration New structure, replacement or repair
🔎Foundation Investigation Site investigation, bearing capacity
🚗Garage Conversion Attached or detached garage
📋Party Wall Works Neighbouring structure involved
📐Planning Application Support Structural drawings for planning
🔧General Maintenance / Not Sure I'm not sure what I need
Please select a project type to continue.

What type of property is this?

This helps us understand the structural context and any planning constraints that may apply.

🏠 Detached House
🏘 Semi-Detached House
🏚 Terraced House
🏚 End of Terrace
🏢 Flat / Apartment
🏡 Bungalow
🏬 Commercial Building
🏗 Mixed Use Property
Please select a property type.

Tell us about your property

These details affect structural requirements, planning conditions, and the type of calculations needed.

Your best estimate is fine.

Helps us identify local ground conditions.

Please enter an approximate property age.

Select all that apply to your property:

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Notes

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING WIZZARD OUTPUT

This tool is provided for general information purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional structural engineering advice. It is intended to give a general indication only based on the information provided.

 Every project is unique, and conditions such as existing structure, site constraints, and building regulations may affect requirements. A qualified structural engineer should always be consulted for a full assessment before proceeding with any design or construction work.

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Send us your details and Liba Consulting will review your enquiry and get back to you with a practical next step.