Structural Alterations

Structural alterations involve changes to structural elements of a building, such as removing or altering certain walls, forming new openings, or making structural changes that allow the internal layout to be reworked. Entire Building Services carries out structural alteration work for homeowners, landlords and commercial clients across Bury and Greater Manchester.

Structural work can range from opening up a single wall to reworking how a property is laid out internally. Because these changes affect the structure of the building, they need to be planned and carried out carefully, with the right sequence of work.

Structural alterations often connect to more specific pieces of work, such as installing supports, forming new openings between rooms, or adapting a layout to create more open-plan space. Entire Building Services can talk through what a proposed structural change would involve for your specific property.

Typical Project Stages

1. 1Discussing the proposed structural change and how it fits with the wider project
2. 2Planning how the agreed structural work fits with the layout and wider project
3. 3Carrying out the agreed structural work
4. 4Completing the work and finalising the project

Frequently Asked Questions

What counts as a structural alteration?

Structural alterations are changes that affect how a building is supported or laid out, such as removing or altering walls or forming new openings between spaces. The scope depends on what's being changed and how the property is currently built.

Do structural alterations need building regulations approval or a structural engineer?

This depends on the specific work being proposed. Some structural changes may need building regulations approval, input from a structural engineer, or other approvals — these requirements should be checked for your specific project.

Can structural alterations be carried out on commercial properties?

Yes. Entire Building Services carries out structural alteration work for both residential and commercial properties.

Do you install steel beams or form new openings as part of structural work?

Structural alteration work can include installing supports such as steel beams and forming new openings between spaces, depending on what a project requires. We can talk through what a specific structural change would involve.

How long does structural alteration work take?

Timescales depend on the scope and complexity of the structural work involved. An estimated programme can be discussed once the proposed work has been properly assessed.

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