Why Choose Us
Choosing the right structural engineer can make a significant difference to how smoothly a project progresses.
At Garrick Consulting Engineers, we combine an experienced Chartered team with practical design, modern technology and clear communication. Our aim is not simply to provide calculations, but to give clients, architects and contractors the clear, coordinated information they need to make decisions quickly, control costs and reduce problems during construction.
With a team of six Chartered Structural Engineers, supported by graduate engineers and experienced Structural Technicians, we have the technical capability and resources to deal with projects efficiently while remaining accessible and responsive throughout.
1. An experienced, highly qualified team
Your project is handled by an established team of six Chartered Structural Engineers, supported by graduate engineers and experienced Structural Technicians, all working together at our Surrey office.
Our engineers come from professional consultancy backgrounds and work to the highest technical standards.
For simple projects, such as removing a load-bearing wall, we can provide structural sketches to keep the service proportionate and cost-effective.
2. Clear, coordinated information that helps projects run smoothly
We provide CAD drawings in DWG format as standard on almost all projects, giving architects and contractors clear information they can coordinate directly with their own drawings.
This helps identify issues earlier, reduce ambiguity on site and minimise costly changes during construction.
For very simple projects, such as a removal of a load bearing wall, we can provide a sketches.
3. Fast, efficient design using modern technology
We invest heavily in modern structural design and drawing software to produce accurate, efficient designs quickly.
Our systems allow us to assess options, avoid unnecessary over-design and respond efficiently when projects change.
This means faster turnaround without relying on rushed calculations or generic solutions.
4. Easy to contact and responsive when it matters
Our engineers are supported by our office secretary and our office manager, so enquiries and site issues do not disappear into an unanswered inbox.
Clients, architects and contractors can speak directly to the engineers working on their project.
With our whole team based from our office near Guildford, we can often attend sites across Surrey, London and the South East at short notice.
5. Practical, buildable and cost-conscious solutions
We design with the whole project in mind, considering buildability, coordination, sequencing and construction cost rather than simply producing calculations.
We look for the most appropriate solution for each project and avoid unnecessary complexity, strengthening and steelwork where possible.
Our broad experience across new buildings, refurbishments, listed properties, basements and difficult sites allows us to solve problems practically.
6. The expertise you need, with a more personal service
Our established structural engineering team provides the experience and resources to deal with projects efficiently, while remaining accessible and easy to work with.
Clients benefit from direct communication with the engineers working on their project, without the layers of management and fragmented communication that can sometimes occur in larger organisations.
Where additional expertise is required, including civil engineering, drainage and flood risk advice, we work closely with trusted specialist consultants to help provide a coordinated service.