Structural engineers – Gidea Park, Essex


East London Structural Engineers (ELSE) are based in Dagenham and can help domestic and commercial clients with their building projects in Gidea Park.

ELSE are professional structural surveyors in East London who carry out structural calculations for buildings and other structures. Whether you need our drawing services for your new build or our structural design expertise for renovating old structures, give us a call.
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Why do I need a structural engineer for a swimming pool?

The role of a structural engineer is indispensable in the construction of swimming pools, where they navigate the delicate balance between two extremes: the weight of a full pool and the stresses imposed when it's empty. A flaw in the structural design can lead to a host of issues such as cracks, uplift, or subsidence, each of which entails significant and costly problems. The expertise of a structural engineer is crucial in ensuring that the design can withstand the varying pressures exerted on the pool, providing long-term stability and durability.

Beyond the basic structural considerations, drainage poses another critical aspect. Structural engineers assess where the water will drain and evaluate the robustness of existing pipework to handle the load. Failing to plan for drainage adequately may result in costly flooding issues, making the involvement of a structural engineer even more essential.

The multifaceted challenges inherent in swimming pool construction underscore the necessity of engaging a structural engineer from the project's inception. Their comprehensive approach not only ensures the pool's immediate structural integrity but also safeguards against potential complications, demonstrating the indispensable role they play in mitigating risks and ensuring the successful realisation of swimming pool projects.

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Experienced Residential and Commercial Structural Engineers

Commercial Projects
East London Structural Engineers can provide you with a complete design service for any stage in your commercial project, from concept through to completion. Our commercial structural engineers can construct well-designed commercial buildings of all sizes and types – retail, office, industrial etc. We are experienced in all aspects of construction building materials.
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Residential Projects
If you are planning a new residential build or are altering an existing property, call ELSE for the expertise of our residential structural engineers. We can provide calculations for smaller alterations, like knocking down internal walls and chimney breasts and rear extensions, through to reconstructions of mansions. We deliver exceptional projects that will stand the test of time.
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Our experienced team of structural consultants are passionate about engineering design.
We are proud of our continued commitment and ability to overcome the many challenges of the sectors we serve.
We provide our clients with both structural integrity and stunning design. Talk to us about your upcoming project.
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Structural Engineers in Gidea Park, Essex

If your property is in Gidea Park, in the London Borough of Havering, contact us for your commercial and residential building projects.
East London Structural Engineers, based in Dagenham, offers a comprehensive structural engineering design service for developers, contractors, homeowners and the public sector throughout East London. We have been working on structural engineering projects since 1995, so there isn’t much that we haven’t come across. With us it’s personal, we give each of our clients the dedicated attention they deserve. Our services are designed to suit the needs of our clients, as well as their architects and builders.
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How much does it cost to involve a structural engineer?

The cost of providing structural engineering services very much depend on the complexity of the project and how much time we need to spend preparing drawings, calculations, reports and visiting the property. Fee levels are calculated on a time basis. In most cases, we can advise you the full cost of our structural engineering services in advance.