Structural Engineering Consultancy

across County Durham and the North East

At Structural Vision Group, we provide competitive and quality assured engineering consultancy services across County Durham and the North East, delivered by our qualified and experienced chartered engineers.

Your Engineering Solutions Partner

Quality You Can Trust

Our team specializes in structural and civil engineering, ensuring that every project meets the highest standards of quality and safety, tailored to the unique needs of our clients in the region.

Our Structural Engineering Expertise

At Structural Vision Group, we deliver intelligent, code-compliant, and design-driven structural solutions across a wide range of residential and commercial projects. Whether you're planning an extension, internal modification, structural inspection, or a new build, our chartered engineers combine analytical rigour with practical design to ensure safety, efficiency, and buildability.

Residential Extensions

Engineering Seamless Integration

Home extensions demand more than additional square footage – they require precise structural design that ensures the new structure performs in harmony with the existing one. Our engineers carry out:

Load path assessments to determine how new loads will redistribute across existing foundations and walls.
Design of new structural elements including reinforced foundations, steel or timber beams, and lateral restraint solutions.
Full compliance with Building Regulations, including Part A (Structure), ensuring your planning process is smooth and approvals are granted without delay.

We work closely with architects and contractors, translating your architectural vision into structurally robust designs optimised for performance and cost

Internal Wall Removals

Structural Reconfiguration with Confidence

Altering the internal layout of a property by removing load-bearing walls requires careful engineering to maintain the integrity of the building. Our process includes:

On-site structural appraisals to identify critical load-bearing elements.
Design and specification of structural supports, typically involving universal beams (UBs), padstones, and spreader plates.
Detailed calculation packs and GA (General Arrangement) drawings to support Building Control approval and guide your contractor during construction.

We ensure that every wall removal solution is custom-engineered to suit the structural context of your propert

Chimney Breast Removal

Eliminating Risk, Engineering Safety

Chimney breast removals are deceptively complex. Improper removal can result in significant structural issues, particularly with shared party walls and upper-floor support. We offer:

Structural load analysis of chimney stacks and adjacent floor and ceiling joists.
Design of steel gallows brackets or RSJ beams to redistribute loads safely.
Consultation with party wall surveyors when needed, particularly for semi-detached or terraced houses.

Every design prioritises long-term structural integrity and compliance with Part A of the Building Regulations.

Structural Surveys

Clarity Through Engineering Insight

Whether you're buying, selling, or concerned about the condition of a structure, we provide clear, technically-grounded advice through:

Visual structural inspections, covering cracks, subsidence, damp, and signs of deformation.
Detailed condition reports explaining the root cause of issues with recommendations for remediation.
Pre-purchase structural surveys for due diligence on behalf of homebuyers or investors.

Our surveys are delivered by experienced engineers, not general surveyors - giving you direct access to specialist knowledge.

New Build Structural Design

Built From First Principles

From single dwellings to multi-unit developments, our team provides full structural design packages for new builds. Our design process includes:

Ground investigations coordination and foundation design tailored to site-specific geotechnical conditions.
Load-bearing masonry, steel frame, or timber structures, designed with software such as Tekla, Tedds, and AutoCAD.
Structural calculations, RC detailing, and connection design to ensure buildability and cost-efficiency.

We collaborate closely with your architect and planning consultant to engineer structures that are not only safe and code-compliant but elegant and practical.

Why Choose Structural Vision Group?

✅ Chartered Structural Engineers (MIStructE, CEng)
✅ Fully insured and compliant with UK Building Regulations
✅ Clear communication from concept to completion
✅ Proven record across Durham and the North East
✅ Fast turnaround of structural reports and calculations