Precise structural calculations and designs for the safe removal of internal load-bearing walls in homes across Lewisham.
Engineering for Load-Bearing Wall Removal
Removing a load-bearing wall is the most effective way to create modern, open-plan living spaces. We provide the specialist structural design required to do this safely in your Lewisham home. Following a site assessment, we calculate the precise size for the new steel beam (RSJ) or timber lintel required to support the structure above. Our service includes all the drawings and calculations needed for Building Regulations approval and for your builder.
Local Challenges
Load-Bearing Wall Removals in Lewisham
In Lewisham's Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, the central spine wall is almost always load-bearing. Its removal requires careful consideration of the timber floor joists, which often span from the front to the back of the house and rest on this wall. Our designs specify how to support these joists during and after the work. We also assess the condition of the existing brickwork that will support the new beam, ensuring it has adequate capacity.
What You Get
- On-site structural assessment
- Beam calculations (steel, timber, or concrete)
- Bearing design (padstones)
- Supporting column design, if required
- Connection details
- Full calculation pack for Building Control
Tailored Pricing
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Every project is unique. Share your drawings with us and receive a detailed fee proposal tailored to your load-bearing wall removals project in Lewisham.
Recent Project
New Cross, SE14, Lewisham
For a ground floor flat conversion, we designed the removal of a 6-metre-long load-bearing wall separating the kitchen and living room. The solution involved a single steel beam supported on new steel posts with foundations hidden within the floor void, creating a completely open-plan space without any down-stands.
Common Questions
Load-Bearing Wall Removals in Lewisham — FAQ
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