Structural Engineering for Existing Buildings, Dublin
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Structural investigations and repair design for existing buildings
PKT investigates cracking, structural movement and foundation problems in residential and commercial buildings. We provide structural reports, targeted investigations and monitoring, together with remedial design, tendering and inspections of repair works.
We also provide structural design for refurbishment and alterations. We work with clients and their appointed architects, surveyors, contractors and specialists as required.
The scope and fee are confirmed in writing before appointment.
- Structural damage assessments and reports on cracking, movement and building defects.
- Structural condition and dilapidation reports concerning identified structural defects, and pre-works condition surveys of neighbouring properties alongside relevant structural projects.
- Subsidence and foundation investigations, with drainage, ground and opening-up investigations where needed.
- Crack monitoring and assessment of movement over time.
- Remedial structural design, underpinning design and repair specifications.
- Tender documents, tender assessment and advice on contractor selection.
- Inspections at agreed stages of construction and certification of the appointed works.
- Structural design for refurbishment and alterations to existing buildings.
- Conservation engineering for period properties and protected structures.
- Retaining walls and structures, temporary works design and review of engineering proposals.
- Feasibility of structural repair and refurbishment options.
- PSDP services and relevant health and safety documentation where separately included in the project appointment.
Fill our contact form or call +35314912415 to discuss your building. We confirm the scope and fee in writing before appointment.
Remedial works
Where structural repairs are required, PKT can prepare designs, specifications and tender documents, assess tenders and inspect key stages during construction. We can provide certification relating to our agreed appointment. Contractor responsibilities and the roles of other appointed specialists remain separate.
Structural reports
We provide reports on specific structural defects and movement in residential and commercial properties. An initial visual inspection and preliminary report records the accessible observations, considers possible causes and recommends next steps. Further testing, monitoring or opening-up may be needed before the cause or an appropriate repair can be established.
Detailed repair design, specifications and cost assessment are agreed separately where required. Our inspection scope is confirmed before appointment.
- Cracking and differential movement
- Subsidence and foundation problems
- Roof spread and defects in structural support
- Deterioration of masonry, wall ties and embedded structural elements
- Damage following fire, storm, flood or impact
- Structural damage associated with leaking drains or services
- Dilapidation and condition reports within the agreed structural scope.
Structural engineering request
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