Structural Inspections and Engineering Services

Professional structural engineering design, inspections, and certifications servicing in Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle, and Wollongong. From residential homes to commercial projects - complete structural solutions for your project needs.

We do structural inspections and reports, design and compliance certificates, drawings and details across NSW, QLD and VIC.

Certified and Insured
Full Design Services
Fast Turnaround
Get Quote Call Now
No over or under engineering in our designs
Sustainable engineering practices
Products always specified to the project's needs!

Structural Inspections & Reports

Comprehensive structural engineer inspections for renovations, compliance, damage assessment, and property due diligence across Sydney, Newcastle, Central Coast, Wollongong, QLD & VIC.

Wall Removal & Structural Alterations

Load-bearing wall removal structural inspections, beam sizing, and certification for kitchen renovations and open-plan conversions.

  • Wall removal structural inspection reports for council
  • Steel, LVL, GLT & SJ beam design with stamped drawings
  • Door & opening widening, post removal advice
  • Load paths, reactions & connection details

Pre-Purchase & Dilapidation Inspections

Structural engineer inspection reports for property buyers, dilapidation monitoring, and foundation movement analysis.

  • Pre-purchase structural engineer inspection
  • Photographic dilapidation reports for neighbouring properties
  • Slab cracking & foundation movement assessment
  • Reports accepted by lenders & insurers

Emergency & Damage Assessment

Rapid structural damage inspections following storms, vehicle impacts, fire, earthquakes, water leaks, and tree root damage.

  • Emergency structural inspection Sydney & Central Coast
  • Storm, earthquake & impact damage reports
  • Leaking roof & water damage assessment
  • Insurance claim structural engineer certificate

Owner Builder & Progress Inspections

Mandatory owner builder warranty inspections, stage certifications, and HBCF compliance for NSW projects.

  • Owner builder warranty structural inspection
  • Stage-by-stage progress certificates
  • Same-day digital structural engineer certificate
  • Cost-effective remediation advice

Structural Adequacy & Compliance

Assessments of existing structures, retrospective certifications, and structural adequacy reports for older buildings.

  • Load capacity & code compliance evaluations
  • Structural upgrade recommendations
  • Structures built without council approval
  • Structural adequacy certificates

Expert Witness & Dispute Resolution

Technical expert witness services, construction defect analysis, and remediation planning for legal proceedings.

  • Expert witness testimony & dispute resolution
  • Construction defect & building dispute analysis
  • Remediation planning & repair design
  • Building restoration & construction methodology

Metal Structures & Industrial Assessment

Structural assessment and certification of steel portal frames, cold-formed structures, warehouses, and industrial metal buildings.

  • Steel portal frame damage assessment reports and rectification proposals
  • Cold-formed steel structure inspections
  • Warehouse & factory structural evaluations
  • Metal roof & cladding structural certification

Infrastructure & Public Works

Council infrastructure assessments, temporary structures, hoarding certifications, and public facility inspections.

  • Council infrastructure & bridges inspections
  • Temporary hoarding & scaffolding certification
  • Public facility structural assessments
  • Safety evaluations & wind load analysis

Tree Root & Foundation Damage

Structural assessment of foundation and building damage caused by tree root growth and reactive soil movement.

  • Tree root damage assessment & foundation repair
  • Foundation movement & settlement analysis
  • Soil interaction & reactive soil studies
  • Preventive measures & underpinning advice

Structural Engineer Certificates & Compliance

Professional certifications for council submissions, retrospective approvals, and state-specific compliance across NSW, QLD & VIC.

NSW Structural Certificates

Structural adequacy letters, design compliance declarations, and council submission certificates for NSW projects.

  • NSW structural adequacy certificates & letters
  • Design compliance declaration for local councils
  • Structural engineer certificate for renovations
  • Quick turnaround on wall removal & alteration certificates

QLD Form 15 & Form 16 Compliance

QBCC-compliant Form 15 design certification and Form 16 inspection certificates for Queensland projects.

  • Form 15: Structural design certification (RPEQ stamped)
  • Form 16: Inspection & installation certification
  • Truss, roof, retaining wall & steel fabrication sign-off

VIC Regulation 126 Compliance

VBA Regulation 126 certificates, retrospective approvals, and regularisation documentation for Victorian projects.

  • VBA Regulation 126 signing & lodgement
  • Retrospective structural certification VIC
  • Council regularisation for unapproved works if determined structurally safe
  • Damage assessment caused by plumbers and other trades to timber joists or framing

Structural Engineering Design Services

Queensland ✔ Victoria ✔ NSW ✔

Engineering Drawings & Details

Complete structural design services for residential and commercial projects with detailed engineering calculations.

  • Structural design drawings
  • Engineering calculations
  • Timber and Aluminium design
  • Foundation design
  • Steel & concrete design

Residential Engineering

Structural engineering for new homes, extensions, renovations, and residential developments.

  • New home structural design
  • Home extensions & additions
  • Renovation structural work
  • Residential development
  • Single & multi-story design

Commercial & Industrial

Large-scale structural engineering for commercial buildings, warehouses, and industrial facilities.

  • Commercial building design
  • Warehouse & factory structures supporting heavy crane loads
  • Industrial facility engineering
  • Multi-story commercial
  • Retail & office buildings

Structural Modifications

Engineering design for structural alterations, reinforcement, and building modifications.

  • Wall removal & beam installation
  • Structural reinforcement
  • Building alterations
  • Load-bearing modifications
  • Structural upgrades

Council Submissions

Professional engineering submissions for development applications and building approvals.

  • Development application support
  • Building approval documentation
  • Council engineering submissions
  • Compliance certifications
  • Professional engineer stamping

Specialized Engineering

Product Testing Programs and Characteristic Strength Evaluations, Building System Development, and Specialized Structural Designs.

  • Retaining wall design
  • engineered wood product engineering
  • Custom structural solutions
  • Structural steel and aluminium structural system development and design
  • Unique architectural structures

Need Structural Engineering Design?

Licensed across QLD, VIC & NSW • Professional Engineer Certification • Fast Turnaround

Get Engineering Quote Discuss Your Project

Why Choose Our Services?

Professional expertise you can trust

Qualified Professional

Registered structural engineer with extensive experience in NSW building codes and regulations.

Local Knowledge

Based in Sydney, NSW with deep understanding of local building conditions and requirements.

Quick Turnaround

Fast, efficient service with detailed reports delivered promptly to meet your deadlines.

Competitive Pricing

Fair, transparent pricing with no hidden costs. Quality service at competitive rates.

Detailed Reports

Comprehensive inspection reports with clear recommendations and professional documentation.

Fully Insured

Professional indemnity insurance for your peace of mind and protection.

About Our Practice

As a qualified structural engineer based in Sydney, NSW, we provide professional structural inspections and assessments throughout the greater Western Sydney area, Central Coast, Wollongong and beyond.

With extensive experience in structural engineering and a thorough understanding of Australian building codes and NSW regulations, we offer reliable, detailed inspections that help property owners, buyers, and developers make informed decisions.

Professional Credentials

  • Registered Professional Engineer
  • Engineers Australia Member
  • NSW Building Professional Certified
  • Professional Indemnity Insurance

Service Areas

Serving Sydney and surrounding areas including:

Sydney Greater Western Sydney Central Coast Wollongong Newcastle
Structural Engineer Inspection

What Our Clients Say

Trusted by homeowners, builders & developers across Western Sydney

★★★★★

"We received the structural certificate within 24 hours of our inspection. Very professional service and the report was exactly what the council needed. Highly recommended!"

Sarah M. Penrith, NSW
★★★★★

"Excellent experience with Tim. He provided clear guidance on the structural requirements for our renovation and identified opportunities to reuse existing structural elements, significantly reducing our overall costs. Highly recommended!"

James & Lisa K. Cranebrook, NSW
★★★★★

"Professional, responsive and knowledgeable. The damage assessment report was comprehensive and delivered ahead of schedule. Will use again!"

David T. Blacktown, NSW

Leave a Review

Structural Inspection & Certificate FAQs

Answers to the common search queries homeowners, builders, insurers, and councils ask us every day.

What is a wall removal structural inspection?

It is a structural engineer inspection that verifies whether a wall is load-bearing, specifies temporary propping, designs the replacement beam, and issues a structural engineer certificate for council submission or private certifier approval.

Do you issue structural engineer certificates for NSW, QLD and VIC?

Yes. We provide NSW structural adequacy letters, QLD Form 15 / Form 16 certification, and VBA-compliant structural engineer certificates covering renovations, additions, and remedial works.

How fast can I receive a structural engineer inspection report?

Most wall removal or damage inspections are turned around within 24–48 hours, with same-day digital reports available for urgent insurance or council requirements.

Do you offer pre-purchase or dilapidation structural reports?

We deliver buyer-focused structural inspections, dilapidation reports for neighboring properties, and baseline condition surveys to protect builders during construction works.

Submit Your Inquiry Today

Send us your details and we’ll respond within 24 hours with a clear plan and quote.

Phone

0451 832 753

Service Area

Sydney, Wollongong,
Newcastle, Central Coast

Business Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Maximum total size: 5MB
For larger files, email them to info@structuralcertificate.com.au