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Appraisal
of existing building structures
Whether it be a
change in use or a change in building layout, some assessment of a building has
to be made to determine its suitability and adequacy. Structural elements have to be checked for compliance with modern
codes of practice and floors may need to strengthened, either locally to carry
partition loads or overall because of an increased value of the imposed load
required by the British Standard.
Whether the
conversion is for domestic or industrial purposes we are able to co-ordinate
all opening-up of the structure, further investigations and laboratory testing
where necessary. We also use up-to-date
computer software to analyse elements of the building structures or the
building structure as a whole.
Our aim is to
provide an efficient professional service at competitive prices. The basis of our fees will always be agreed
before any costs are incurred and we will identify exactly what is included in
our package of services. We are
prepared to invoice on a ‘lump sum’ fee basis, a percentage fee basis or at
hourly charge rates. There are no
hidden surprises. Travelling and
general disbursement costs are usually included.
Please contact us
if we can be of assistance.