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Structural Engineer York

Structural Engineer York for Domestic Alterations

If you're planning a knock-through, loft conversion or extension in York, you'll want clear structural calculations that fit the style and age of your home. SECalcs focuses on residential projects across the city, delivering fast, reliable designs that your builder and York Building Control can work with straight away.


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Why Choose SECalcs?

  • Clear design: Domestic structural design without jargon.
  • Fixed pricing: Every job has a set cost. Fast turnaround.
  • Smooth approval: Our packs match what York Building Control expects.

Services in York

We cover all common domestic alterations across York and surrounding areas.

RSJ Beams

Designed for the span, load path and layout of your home for kitchen and dining knock-throughs.

Extension Calculations

Steel beam calculations for rear, side and wraparound extensions for all house types.

Loft Conversions

Ridge beams, joists and supporting details for older roofs.

Structural Reports

Structural reports for cracking or movement. Good for stone walls, gable ends or uneven floors.

Chimney Removals

Load transfer checked and beams designed for long-term safety when removing chimney breasts.

Subsidence Assessments

Useful for older stone and brick homes showing signs of movement.

Our 3-Step Process



1

Call & Photo Review

You send photos and basic measurements.

2

Model & Design

We build a small model and size beams, posts and supports.

3

Drawings Ready

Straightforward layouts that make life easy on site for your builder and inspector.

What You Get in Your Pack


SECalcs Job Pack (York & Surrounds)
  • Fast delivery: 24–72 hours for most domestic designs.
  • Clear drawings: Simple layouts your builder can follow.
  • Direct engineer contact: Ask questions any time.
  • Fixed fees: Straight pricing with no hidden extras.

House Types Across York

How they affect structural design:


1
Stone Terraces (Micklegate, Clifton). Thick walls, irregular spans. RSJs need careful sizing.
2
Victorian/Edwardian (Fulford Rd, Gillygate). Chimney removals & loft conversions are common.
3
1930s Semis (Acomb, Rawcliffe). Perfect for rear extensions & knock-throughs.
4
New-Build Estates (Huntington, Osbaldwick). Modern trusses & lighter materials shape design.

Typical Costs

Prices depend on span and complexity, but these are typical ranges for York.


Internal Wall Removal

£350–£550

Loft Conversion Design

£450–£750

Extension Steelwork

£500–£900

Structural Report

£250–£450

Listed homes may need extra checks.

Local Project Examples


Open-plan conversion in Clifton

RSJ beam with padstones and simple connection details for a Victorian terrace.

Loft beam design in Acomb

Ridge beam and joist layout for an older roof.

Structural report near Micklegate

Checked cracking in a stone gable wall.

Extension steelwork in Osbaldwick

Designed wide-span beams for a rear extension.

Client Testimonials


★★★★★

“We needed an RSJ for a kitchen knock-through in Rawcliffe. SECalcs had the calculations ready in two days and our builder was happy with everything.”

— Daniel S., Rawcliffe

★★★★★

“Our home in Acomb needed a ridge beam and new floor layout. The engineer explained everything clearly and the pack passed straight through Building Control.”

— Faye T., Acomb

★★★★★

“We're in Huntington and needed calculations for a rear extension. The turnaround was quick and the price was fair.”

— Chris J., Huntington

Frequently Asked Questions


Do I need an engineer for an RSJ in a terraced house?
Yes. Terraced houses often have older floors and heavier walls that need proper checking.
Can you help with listed buildings?
Yes. We work with listed and conservation-area properties.
How fast can calculations be ready?
Most jobs are completed within 24–72 hours.
Do you work with York Building Control?
Yes. Our packs match what York inspectors expect.
What do you need to start?
Photos, basic dimensions and a short note of what you want to change.

Book Your Structural Engineer

Send your photos for a quick quote. We reply the same day.


Areas We Cover

  • York
  • Acomb
  • Rawcliffe
  • Huntington
  • Heworth
  • Bishopthorpe
  • Poppleton
  • Wigginton
  • Haxby
  • Earswick
  • Harrogate

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