An overview of preparation, construction and handover. The exact sequence depends on your property, design and scope. Structural work and installations require a project-specific assessment.
Load-bearing wall removal in 10 steps
Requirements
Discuss the desired opening and new layout.
Structural engineer
Have the existing loads and load paths assessed.
Calculations
Design the beam, bearings and any columns needed.
Permit check
Check which permissions the alteration requires.
Preparation
Agree the temporary support plan, materials and work area.
Temporary support
Support the structure in accordance with the project-specific plan.
Making the opening
Form the opening in a controlled way.
Steel installation
Install the supporting structure and bearings to the design.
Inspection
Have the work checked before temporary support may be removed.
Finishing
Complete connections, fire protection and visible finishes.
Which documents should you keep?
Keep the agreed scope, drawings, calculations where applicable, material specifications and handover notes together. This provides a clear record of the work for future reference.