Qualifications

Most building control officers hold a relevant qualification, which cover a wide range of disciplines including surveying, structural engineering, public health and fire engineering. There are many years of experience available to call on and officers regularly attend training courses to ensure that they are up to date with modern methods of construction. A multi-functional service is offered covering structures, fire precautions, services, drainage and where appropriate liaison with other council departments will be carried out. A progressive approach to new materials and methods of construction is adopted to help you obtain the best possible value for money. We will consider all new methods and materials, based on our own experience and, if necessary, other expert advice. Maximum use of new technology is made and state of the art software to check engineer's calculations as well as other aspects of the proposed work such as heat loss from buildings and energy (SAP) ratings of new buildings will be used to ensure a speedy and accurate response.