The situation
The homeowners wanted to remove the internal wall between the rear reception room and the kitchen to create an open-plan living space. Their builder had indicated the wall was 'probably load-bearing' but had not confirmed this.
Engineering scope delivered
Site visit and load path assessment confirming the wall as load-bearing, carrying a floor joist at mid-span. Universal Beam design with padstone specifications at each bearing, full calculations, coordinated drawings, and Building Control-ready submission pack. Temporary propping sequence included in notes to the contractor.
Project outcome
Building Control approval obtained without queries. Works completed without on-site structural issues. The open-plan space was delivered on programme and within the original contractor estimate.