Answers to common questions about structural calculations, Building Regulation drawings and residential construction projects.
If you cannot find the answer to your question, upload your architect drawings and we will review the project and provide a fixed quote.
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BuildRegs prepares structural calculations and Building Regulation drawings for residential construction projects across England and Wales.
These documents are commonly required for Building Control approval when carrying out work such as home extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions or structural alterations.
If you already have architect drawings prepared, you can upload them and we will review the project and provide a fixed quote for the structural calculations and documentation required.
Typical residential projects start from £249 for steel beam calculations, £799 for extension documentation and £849 for loft conversion documentation.
BuildRegs supports a wide range of residential construction projects, including:
If you are unsure whether your project is suitable, you can upload your drawings for review and we will confirm the documentation required.
Yes.
Because BuildRegs works from architect drawings, projects can be reviewed and prepared remotely. This allows the service to support homeowners, architects and builders across England and Wales.
All drawings and documentation are delivered digitally.
Building Regulations are technical standards that apply to construction work in England and Wales.
They ensure that buildings are structurally safe and meet requirements relating to areas such as:
Most residential construction projects must comply with Building Regulations.
No.
Planning permission and Building Regulations approval are separate processes.
Planning permission focuses on the appearance, size and impact of a project, while Building Regulations ensure that the construction work meets technical safety standards.
Many projects require Building Regulations approval even if planning permission is not required.
Most extensions require Building Regulations approval.
This includes many types of residential building work such as extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions and structural alterations.
Building Regulations approval confirms that the construction work complies with structural and safety standards.
Structural calculations demonstrate that a building structure can safely support loads.
They are commonly required for elements such as:
Structural calculations are typically submitted as part of the Building Control approval process.
Structural calculations are often required when structural elements are involved in a project.
Examples include:
The best way to determine whether calculations are required is to review the project drawings.
Yes.
BuildRegs prepares structural calculations for steel beams used in residential construction projects such as:
Typical steel beam calculations start from £249 depending on the span and structural requirements.
If you have architect drawings showing the proposed structural alterations, you can upload them for review.
Building Regulation drawings are technical drawings that show how a building project will be constructed in accordance with the Building Regulations.
They typically include details relating to:
These drawings form part of the documentation submitted to Building Control for approval.
Yes.
Planning drawings are primarily used to demonstrate the design and appearance of a project for planning approval.
Building Regulation drawings contain detailed technical information showing how the building will be constructed and how it complies with Building Regulations.
BuildRegs works collaboratively with your architect, designer or appointed Principal Designer to help move your project into the technical Building Regulations stage.
We can work from your existing planning drawings, prepare the Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations included within your package, and assist with relevant technical queries during the Building Control process.
Your architect or appointed Principal Designer will continue to coordinate their respective role, while BuildRegs provides the specialist technical information needed for a clear, compliant and buildable design.
If you are unsure what information we need or who is carrying out each role, simply upload your plans and we will guide you through the next steps.
Building Regulation drawings and structural calculations for extensions
from £799
Building Regulation drawings and structural calculations for loft conversions
from £849
BuildRegs operates using a streamlined online process that allows projects to be reviewed remotely from architect drawings without requiring site visits for most residential projects.
Because communication, drawing reviews and document delivery are handled digitally, the process is more efficient and administrative overheads are reduced.
This allows BuildRegs to provide clear fixed pricing for structural calculations and Building Regulation drawings while maintaining fast turnaround times and documentation prepared for Building Control approval.
Architect drawings can typically be uploaded in:
If you only have preliminary drawings available, you can still upload them and we will review what information is available.
To review your project, it is helpful to provide:
This helps us assess the scope of the project and provide an accurate quote.
Once your plans are submitted, we review the project and typically provide a quote within 24 hours.
Most projects are delivered within 7 working days once the project is instructed and the required information has been received.
The BuildRegs service is designed to be simple and efficient through email communication.
Uploading your plans allows us to review the project and provide an accurate quote without requiring a phone consultation.
All documentation is delivered digitally by email once the work is completed.
This allows the documentation to be easily shared with Building Control, architects and builders.
If you already have architect drawings for your project, the fastest way to receive guidance is to upload them for review.
We will assess the project and provide a fixed quote for the structural calculations and Building Regulation drawings required.
Most quotes within 24 hours · Secure digital delivery · Documentation prepared for Building Control
