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We are hoping to have an extension built onto our house.
We have been recommended a local architect to speak to before getting any builder quotes, but we have also been told that a structural engineer might be all we need rather than an architect.
Do we need an architect specifically or will a structural engineer be able to handle it with a hired builder to complete the work?
Or even, could a builder do the job of all three?
"Hello
It sounds like you may have been misinformed a bit there.
An architect is going to be absolutely necessary to ensure you have detailed plans for the intended extension and you will need a builder to follow these plans to complete the work.
A structural engineer you MAY need, but only if you will be removing anything from the existing building in the process (IE – if you are removing a supporting wall, then the structural engineer would be required to ensure this can be done safely and securely). If the extension is very simple, then you may not need a structural engineer and only require the architect and builder(s).
Hope this helps clear things up! "
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