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Structural and civil works: steelwork, foundations and ground
Your project is led by a Chartered Civil Engineer from the first conversation to final handover.
Everstone carries out structural alterations, steel beam installations, knock-throughs and foundation work across South Manchester and Cheshire. Our director, Dr Omid Khalaj, is a Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng MICE) and a Registered Ground Engineering Professional, so the design, calculations and build are handled by one accountable team.
Removing a wall, widening an opening or building on difficult ground needs more than a builder's rule of thumb. The beam has to be sized, the loads have to go somewhere safe, and the foundations have to suit the ground.
At most building firms that means waiting for a separate engineer. At Everstone the director is the engineer. Dr Omid Khalaj holds a PhD, is chartered with the Institution of Civil Engineers, and is a Registered Ground Engineering Professional, which is particularly relevant to foundations and difficult ground.
That combination means one team is responsible for the design and the build, so there is no gap between what the engineer intended and what happens on site.
- Domestic work
- Commercial work
- Free consultation and estimates
- Workmanship warranty provided
- Insurance work undertaken
Options
What types of structural and civil works do we build?
Knock-throughs and wall removal
Opening kitchens into dining rooms, or creating open-plan living, with steel beams and padstones designed for your house.
Steel beams and frames
Supply and installation of steel for extensions, loft conversions and wide glazed openings.
Foundation solutions
Foundations for extensions near trees, drains or poor ground, including deeper or specialist designs where the ground calls for it.
Challenging sites and complex builds
Sloping plots, restricted access and unusual structures, planned from the ground up.
The process
What is involved in your structural and civil work?
Inspection
We look at the existing structure, what is above the wall, and the ground conditions.
Design and calculations
Beam sizes, bearings, temporary support and foundations are designed in-house and submitted to building control.
Temporary works and installation
The structure is propped safely, the steel is installed and the openings are made good.
Sign-off
Building control inspects the work, and you receive the paperwork for your records and any future sale.
Costs guide
How much do structural and civil works cost in South Manchester?
For a straightforward internal load-bearing wall opening with a single steel beam, allow around £2,000 to £5,500 plus VAT for installation and basic making good. Large openings, multiple steels, external wall alterations, underpinning and other groundworks require a project-specific quotation.
| Item | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Simple internal opening with a single steel beam | £2,000 to £5,500 plus VAT |
| Large openings, multiple steels, underpinning and groundworks | Project-specific quotation |
| Structural design and calculations | Itemised separately where needed |
The guide covers temporary support, removal of the relevant wall section, installation of the specified steel and bearings, necessary fire protection and basic local plaster repairs. Structural design and calculations are itemised separately where needed, alongside building-control fees. Service diversions, replacement flooring, full decoration and additional work revealed by inspection are additional.
Guide prices exclude VAT and were last reviewed September 2026. They are benchmark-informed guides, not fixed quotations. Your itemised quotation confirms the scope, specification and exclusions. The agreed price applies to that scope; changes in scope or price are agreed in writing before the additional work proceeds.
What affects the price
- The span of the opening and the loads above
- Access for the steel and temporary support
- Ground conditions and foundation depth
- Making good, plastering and decoration afterwards
Indicative programme
A straightforward opening may take around 3 to 7 working days on site, with extra time for plaster drying and finishing. Complex structural or groundworks programmes are agreed after the design and investigation work.
The programme is time on site. Design, permissions, procurement and the wait for a start date are additional.
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FAQs
Structural & civil works: frequently asked questions
Do I need a structural engineer to remove a load-bearing wall?
Yes. Removing a load-bearing wall needs a beam designed with structural calculations that building control will accept. At Everstone that design is done in-house by a Chartered Civil Engineer.
What does CEng MICE mean?
CEng MICE means Chartered Engineer and Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers. It shows an engineer has been professionally assessed for competence and is bound by the institution's code of conduct.
What is a Registered Ground Engineering Professional?
A Registered Ground Engineering Professional (RoGEP) is an engineer recognised for expertise in ground engineering, which covers soils, foundations and building on difficult ground.
Do structural alterations need building regulations approval?
Yes. Structural alterations such as removing load-bearing walls or installing steel beams need building regulations approval. Everstone prepares the calculations and arranges the inspections.
Can you build extensions on difficult ground or near trees?
Yes. Everstone designs foundations to suit the ground, including sites near trees, drains or on poor soil, as part of the company's structural and foundation work.
How long does it take to remove a load-bearing wall?
A straightforward opening with a single steel beam may take around 3 to 7 working days on site, with extra time for plaster drying and finishing. Complex structural work is programmed after the design and investigation.
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