Structural Engineers Near You — London, Essex & Kent

SBS Structural and Architectural Design provides expert structural engineering services across East London and surrounding areas. Based in Ilford, we're perfectly positioned to serve homeowners, architects, and contractors throughout the region with fast response times and local expertise.

Our team of chartered structural engineers delivers comprehensive services including loft conversions, home extensions, chimney breast removal, basement conversions, and structural surveys. We handle everything from initial feasibility studies to Building Control approval, ensuring your project runs smoothly from start to finish.

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Ilford & Redbridge — Our Home Base

Our head office is in Cranbrook, Ilford, giving us deep knowledge of the local building stock and council procedures. We've completed hundreds of residential projects across Ilford, Gants Hill, Goodmayes, Barkingside, Wanstead, and Woodford.

East & North London

We serve homeowners across East London, North London, and surrounding boroughs including Newham, Waltham Forest, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Enfield, and Haringey.

South London, Essex & Kent

Our 25-mile service radius extends into South London, Essex, and Kent. We cover Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley, Croydon, Brentwood, Chelmsford, Basildon, Dartford, and more.

Structural Engineering Services We Provide

Residential Projects

  • Loft Conversions – Steel beam design, floor joist calculations, Building Control drawings
  • Home Extensions – Side return, rear, single/two-storey extensions with full structural design
  • Chimney Breast Removal – Gallows bracket design and load redistribution calculations
  • Basement Conversions – Underpinning, waterproofing, retaining wall design
  • Internal Alterations – Load-bearing wall removal, steel beam installations

Professional Services

  • Structural Surveys – Crack assessment, subsidence investigations, defect analysis
  • Structural Calculations – Certified calculations for Building Control approval
  • Structural Reports – Structural condition reports for Building Control, insurers, and buyers
  • Party Wall Services – Party wall notices, awards, and advice
  • Site Inspections – Progress monitoring and final sign-offs

Why Choose SBS for Your East London Project?

Local Expertise

Based in Ilford with deep knowledge of East London's building stock, planning requirements, and local council procedures. We understand the unique challenges of Victorian, Edwardian, and post-war properties.

Fast Turnaround

Typical turnaround of 5–7 days for structural calculations and drawings. Express 48-hour service available for urgent projects. Same-day site visits across all our service areas.

Comprehensive Service

From initial feasibility through to Building Control sign-off, we handle every aspect of your structural engineering needs. Integrated structural survey and design support is available through SBS Structural and Architectural Design.

Ready to Start Your Project?

Contact our team for a free initial consultation. We typically respond within 24 hours and can arrange site visits across all our service areas.

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