Diagnosis
Understanding what exists
The nature and condition of the structure before intervening.
Calculation
A tailored solution
The most durable strengthening at the most efficient cost.
Works
Controlled execution
Follow-up by our architects right to the end.
What it is
Adapting the structure to new needs and extending its life
A structural strengthening or alteration project is one in which the main part of the intervention is structural: opening a hole in a floor for a staircase, adding intermediate supports under beams that have deflected excessively, or strengthening a timber-beam ceiling with a concrete topping and connectors.
It enables the structure to take new layouts, loads or uses, and corrects damage that compromises its safety or durability.
When you need it
- Beams or floors with deflection or cracks.
- Timber beams damaged by damp or insects.
- Corroded reinforcement in concrete elements.
- A change of use that puts more load on the floors.
- New openings in floors or walls.
- Settlement or foundation problems.
Common cases
Each strengthening solution addresses a specific problem
There are many types of strengthening; we specify the one that ensures the building’s durability at the most efficient cost.
Timber floors
Concrete topping with connectors, replacement or strengthening of beams, and treatment of the timber.
Excessively deflected beams
Intermediate supports, steel sections or reinforcements that restore the beam’s capacity.
New openings
Openings in floors for staircases, lifts or lightwells, with the necessary trimmer beam and reinforcement.
Columns and foundations
Jacketing, underpinning and reinforcement for damaged columns or foundations with settlement.
How we work
From preliminary studies to the works
To intervene in a structure, you first need to know how it was built and what condition it is in.
1. Preliminary studies
We analyse the existing structure, open up test holes if necessary and identify the causes of the damage.
2. Project and calculations
We size the strengthening and define the construction work. The project is used to request quotes and apply for the building permit.
3. Site supervision
We follow the intervention on site and ensure it is carried out exactly as designed.
Projects
Strengthening work we have carried out
Some structural interventions designed and supervised by Kaitek.
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