Structural Engineer Sheffield
Structural engineering for Sheffield homes and nearby towns.
Sheffield has a real mix of house types. Stone-fronted terraces around Hillsborough and Walkley, 1930s semis in Woodseats and Meersbrook, new-build estates near Handsworth and older brick homes across Crookes and Ecclesall.
Many families want to open up a ground floor, convert a loft or build a bigger kitchen. We design the structure behind those plans.
You get clear calculations, simple drawings and support with Sheffield Building Control. We also work across Rotherham, Barnsley and Chesterfield.
Common wall-removal work
We check load paths, floor directions, and bearing issues before selecting your steel.
- Kitchen-diner openings in Hillsborough, Walkley and Heeley
- Large RSJ openings in Ecclesall, Crookes and Totley
- Older estates in Handsworth and Manor needing load checks
- Semi-detached knock-throughs in Rotherham and Barnsley
- Open-plan refits and bi-fold door openings in Chesterfield
Services & Projects
Loft Conversions
Loft conversions are popular across Sheffield. Some roofs have good height but uneven rafters.
We design: Ridge beams, dormer support, new joist systems and stair trimmer beams.
Common in Crookes, Meersbrook, Heeley and Woodseats.
Structural Calculations
Any major alteration needs clear structural calculations for Building Control. We prepare simple, practical packs that match your builder’s plan.
Includes RSJ beams, padstones, steel connections, and deflection checks.
Extensions & Renovations
Rear extensions, side extensions and full open-plan layouts.
We design steel beams over large openings, roof structures (flat or pitched), floor joists and check foundations.
Timber Design
Sheffield has many older houses with thin joists or altered layouts. We design floor joists, roof rafters, purlins and dormer framing.
We check for damp-affected timbers and mismatched joists.
Subsidence & Cracking
Parts of Sheffield sit on clay and older footings can shift. We offer site inspections, movement assessments, and repair sketches.
We check for clay shrinkage, tree roots, and historic settlement.
Wall Removal / RSJs
Knock-throughs are our most common job. We check how loads pass through stone or mixed brick walls and determine if padstones are needed.
Your drawings will show exact beam sizes and bearings.
How Our Process Works
Drawings
Send architect plans, estate agent plans or a simple sketch.
Fixed Price
Price agreed upfront. Clear, simple and written.
Calcs
We design the beams, joists or foundations.
Delivery
A tidy PDF drawing pack with everything your builder needs.
Support
If something changes, we review and update.
What You Get
We prepare documents Sheffield, Rotherham and Barnsley inspectors can read quickly.
- Matching drawings and calculations
- RSJ beams & Steel connection notes
- Floor joists and roof rafters
- Padstones and bearing checks
- Straightforward assumptions
- Simple load paths
- Quick replies to Building Control questions
- Clear sketches showing locations
Notes for Sheffield Projects
Local knowledge matters. These factors influence structural design and pricing.
Steep Plots
Common in Heeley, Meersbrook and parts of Totley. Affects foundation depth and retaining walls.
Stone Terraces
Typical in Hillsborough and Walkley. We check load paths through irregular stone walls.
Mixed Brick
Variable strength in older suburbs. We ensure bearings are sufficient.
Rental History
Historic alterations in student areas often need careful checking before new work starts.
Fixed Fees
We offer fixed fees for Wall-removals, Loft beams, and Extensions.
What Clients Say
“SECalcs designed an RSJ for our knock-through in Hillsborough. Clear notes and no issues with Building Control.”
“We needed loft beams in Rotherham. The calculations were quick and our builder understood everything.”
“SECalcs inspected cracking in our Barnsley home and gave us a straightforward plan for repairs.”
FAQs
Yes. We work directly with Sheffield inspectors and respond to any questions about our designs. This keeps your project moving.
Yes. Terraces make up a large part of our work across Sheffield and Rotherham.
Yes. We provide the same service across all nearby towns.
Drawings, photos, dimensions and a short description of your plans.
Simple beam designs are usually done within a few working days.
Book your structural engineer
If you're planning a wall removal, loft conversion, extension or renovation anywhere in Sheffield or the nearby towns, send your drawings and photos and we’ll confirm a fixed fee with a quick turnaround.
Areas We Cover
We work across Sheffield and nearby towns, including:
- Sheffield
- Rotherham
- Barnsley
- Chesterfield
- Hillsborough
- Walkley
- Heeley
- Woodseats
- Crookes
- Ecclesall
- Totley
- Handsworth
- Meersbrook
- Dronfield
- Chapeltown
If you’re outside these areas, ask and we’ll confirm if we can help.
- Head Office: Corwell Lane, Uxbridge, England, UB8 3DE.
- 07359 267907
- info@structuralengineercalcs.com
- Company No: 12653163