Publish Date: June 4, 2020
Planning a home extension? Whether you’re adding an extra bedroom, building up with a second storey, or expanding your living space at the rear, structural engineering is a crucial part of the process.
At Mellan Consulting Engineers, we provide reliable, council-compliant structural engineering services for home extensions across the Gold Coast. We work with homeowners, designers, and builders to ensure all new structural elements – including beams, columns, footings, and walls – integrate seamlessly with the existing structure.
Our engineering assessments include:
– Verification of existing load paths and wall configurations
– Design of new beams for wall removals, openings, and lintels
– Slab or footing designs for additional loads
– Tie-in details between new and existing structures
– Wind and live load compliance to AS/NZS standards
All designs are supplied with detailed drawings and the required Form 15 for council lodgement, plus Form 12 at completion to satisfy building certification requirements.
With years of experience in residential structural engineering on the Gold Coast, we understand the challenges that come with home extensions – including uneven sites, aging buildings, and tight boundaries. Our goal is to deliver structural solutions that are practical, durable, and easy to construct.
If you’re planning a home extension, trust Mellan Consulting Engineers to ensure it’s structurally sound from the ground up.