How Much Do Structural Engineers Charge?
Whether you’re a homeowner thinking of having some major changes or repairs made to your property, or a business owner planning to extend or renovate your premises, you’ll need to understand the amount for which you should budget when planning to hire a structural engineer.
In this article, the team at RD Engineering – specialist structural engineers serving Liverpool and the surrounding areas – explain a little about how prices are applied to different areas of a project.
Surveys
The work of structural engineers in Manchester, Liverpool and virtually anywhere else will always be informed by the findings produced by a specialist survey.
This is necessary to determine the type of work needed, the necessary measurements and other particulars required for the project in question and the risks and challenges involved in approaching the task.
Generally, structural engineers charge between £175 and £300 for an inspection of this kind, though prices may vary still further.
Specific Tasks
There are some jobs that structural engineers are required to take on time and time again – as they are among the most common specialist changes or calculations that need to be made in renovation or new build projects.
These are the removal or installation of a load bearing wall, and the calculation of the number and position of RSJs (rolled steel joists) required for a project.
While structural engineers tend to charge between £200 and £600 for work on a load bearing wall, RSJ calculations tend to set clients back between £250 and £950. This, of course, depends on the size and complexity of each project as well as the rates of the service providers.
Basic Projects vs Complex Projects
A simple change to a domestic property may cost as little as £350, while highly involved projects could set you back £5,000 or more. Of course, commercial projects are usually far pricier and, again, the cost depends heavily on the scale and complexity of the work involved.
Because structural engineering projects can be so diverse, it can be very difficult to put a price tag on your intended changes, renovations or new builds until you’ve had an in-depth consultation with your chosen specialists.
Prices Per Hour
An easy way to calculate the amount you’re likely to be spending on the services of a structural engineer is to think of it in terms of cost per hour.
Typically, the fees of experts in the field tend to work out at between £100 and £300 per hour.
The team members at RD Engineering always work hard to ensure that their services are as affordable as possible.
We know that renovations and other construction-related projects can get costly, so we’ll discuss your budget with you as a part of the free, no-obligation consultation we offer everyone looking to invest in structural engineering in Liverpool, Manchester or further afield.
Contact us today to arrange a discussion. Our specialists in structural engineering serve Manchester, Blackpool, Bolton, Chorley, Fylde, Lancaster, Leyland, Liverpool, Preston, St Helens, Wigan and numerous other locations around the North West.
