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Structural calculations and drawings
Structural Drawings
These provide a detailed visual representation of how the extension will be constructed, focusing on structural integrity.
Foundation Plans:
- Specify the type, depth, and width of foundations based on the soil condition and the load from the extension.
Floor Layouts:
- Include details of floor construction, joist spacing, and materials, ensuring they can bear the intended loads.
Walls and Columns:
- Indicate whether walls are load-bearing and include construction details (e.g., cavity walls, brickwork, or blockwork), along with any steel or concrete reinforcements.
Beams and Lintels:
- Show the location, size, and material specifications of beams and lintels required to support loads above openings like windows and doors.
Roof Design:
- Outline the type of roof (e.g., pitched or flat), its structure (rafters, trusses, or joists), and material specifications to ensure stability and compliance with wind and snow loads.
Connection Points:
- Detail how the new extension will integrate structurally with the existing building, including load transfer mechanisms.
Drainage and Groundworks:
- Include plans for any new drainage systems or adjustments to existing ones to accommodate the extension.
Structural Calculations
These are numerical analyses prepared by a structural engineer to verify that the extension will be safe and structurally sound.
Load Analysis:
- Calculate dead loads (weight of building materials) and live loads (occupants, furniture, snow, wind).
Beam and Column Calculations:
- Determine the strength, size, and material specifications for beams and columns to handle the applied loads without failure or excessive deflection.
Foundation Design:
- Calculate the size and depth of foundations based on soil bearing capacity, ensuring they can support the total load.
Deflection and Stress Limits:
- Verify that structural elements like beams, joists, and columns will not deflect or stress beyond acceptable limits, ensuring durability and safety.
Stability Checks:
- Assess the overall stability of the structure, ensuring it resists lateral forces like wind or seismic activity.
Material Specifications:
- Specify the grade and type of materials, such as steel reinforcement, concrete mix, or timber grade, to meet the required standards.
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