Services
Our Services
At High Tor Consulting, we offer a comprehensive range of structural engineering services designed to meet the unique needs of residential, commercial, and industrial projects across England and Wales. Our team of experienced engineers is dedicated to providing precise, cost-effective solutions that adhere to modern British Standards. Whether you are planning an extension, a new build, or a complex commercial project, we have the expertise and technology to ensure your project’s success.
We specialize in structural calculations for home extensions, ensuring that your project meets all Building Regulation requirements. Our engineers use advanced design software to create detailed plans that guarantee structural integrity and compliance. From initial consultation to the final design, we work closely with you to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
Our comprehensive structural surveys assess the condition and stability of your property. We provide detailed reports that highlight any issues and offer practical solutions to address them. Our surveys help homeowners and builders understand the structural integrity of their buildings, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
Loft Conversions
Transform your unused loft space into a functional area with our expert loft conversion services. We provide detailed structural plans to support your renovation project, ensuring a safe and successful conversion. Our designs are tailored to meet your specific needs while adhering to all relevant Building Regulations.
New Build Property Design
From initial design to final approval, we offer complete structural design services for new build properties. Our experienced engineers ensure that every aspect of your new construction meets regulatory standards and your specific needs. We use cutting-edge software to create detailed and compliant designs that guarantee structural integrity.
Garage Conversions
Maximize your home's potential with our garage conversion services. We provide structural calculations and design plans to convert your garage into a functional living space. Our team ensures that all structural elements are properly assessed and designed to meet safety standards and Building Regulations.
Apartment/Flats
We offer specialized structural design services for apartment and flat developments. Our engineers are experienced in handling the unique challenges of multi-unit residential buildings, ensuring that each unit is structurally sound and compliant with all relevant regulations.
Commercial Design
Our commercial design services cover a wide range of projects, including warehouses, leisure facilities, and amenities. We provide detailed structural calculations and designs tailored to the specific requirements of commercial buildings. Our team ensures that all designs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements, delivering safe and efficient solutions.
Structural Design
Our engineers have a wide knowledge base that enables us to understand engineering constraints, constructability, and management of construction risks. We utilize best practices and industry-leading design software to undertake structural analysis and evaluations according to the latest design codes. Our goal is to provide structural efficacy for your project.
General and Specific Structural Reports for Cracks, Movement and Property Concerns
General and Specific Structural Reports for Cracks, Movement and Property Concerns
Worried about cracks, movement, or signs of subsidence in your home? Buying or selling a property and need peace of mind before proceeding?
A Structural Engineers’ Report inspects the structural condition of a building. We offer two types of structural reports for our clients, lenders, and general surveyors, depending on their requirements.
A Structural Engineer’s report is more specialised than a surveyor’s report. Most structural engineering reports are commissioned when there are concerns about cracking or movement in a building as these could indicate a structural problem, such as damage to the foundations and should be inspected by a professional, fully qualified Structural Engineer.
Our reports are for clients buying a property but we are also instructed by homeowners who want a report before putting their house on the market, or simply need peace of mind.
We offer two types of structural reports.
The first is a GENERAL MOVEMENT REPORT which is a comprehensive inspection of all the main loadbearing walls inside and out, to judge the overall structural soundness of the building from a cracking and movement point of view. This is also known as a General Structural Inspection or GSI for short
The second is a DEFECT INSPECTION REPORT. This is for assessing a specific issue and therefore costs less than a more extensive General Movement Report. This is also known as a Specific Structural Inspection or SSI for short.
All our reports are carried out by one of our fully qualified, professional Engineers.
We carry out both General Structural Inspections (GSI) and Specific Structural Inspections (SSI), depending on your needs.
Fee Structure
Specific Structural Inspection (SSI): £415
For one clearly defined issue such as a single crack, bulging wall, or localised movement
General Structural Inspection (GSI): £465
For a full inspection of the property's main structure, ideal if you are buying or selling
All inspections include a site visit, written report and photos where relevant. We'll confirm the most suitable type of inspection for your needs before booking.
What Is a Structural Inspection?
A structural inspection is a professional assessment of part or all of a building's structure to identify issues such as cracks, movement or signs of structural failure. We assess the severity of the problem, likely causes, and whether remedial work is needed.
General Structural Inspection (GSI)
A broad review of the entire structure.
Typically includes:
- External and internal walls
- Roof structure
- Floors and foundations (where accessible)
- Comments on multiple issues if visible
Specific Structural Inspection (SSI)
A focused assessment of one concern, such as:
- A crack in a wall or ceiling
- Leaning or bulging wall
- Sagging roof area
- Movement around windows or doors
What You'll Receive
- Site visit by a qualified engineer
- Clear, written report with findings and recommendations
- Photos included to illustrate key concerns
- Advice on whether repairs are needed or not
- Reports suitable for mortgage lenders, solicitors or builders
Common Issues We Inspect
- Cracks in brickwork, plaster or render
- Settlement or subsidence
- Chimney movement
- Roof spread or beam deflection
- Movement around window or door openings
- Structural impact of trees or nearby drains
- Structural problems flagged by surveyors or lenders
Who We Work With
- Homebuyers needing an engineer's opinion after a survey
- Homeowners concerned about new or worsening cracks
- Sellers preparing for sale and wanting to address concerns
- Landlords and property managers
- Builders and designers before alterations begin