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Civil & Structural Engineering Excellence in Luton
The David French Partnership (DFP) is an established firm of Consulting Civil and Structural Engineers with decades of combined experience across diverse construction projects. Our team of senior chartered engineers collaborates closely with architects, consultants, and contractors to deliver tailored solutions that prioritise client vision, technical excellence, and cost-effectiveness. With expertise spanning new builds, historic renovations, and specialist structures, we handle projects from 100,000 to 25 million.Our commitment to innovation ensures sustainable outcomes through advanced software tools like AutoCAD and Revit. Having worked internationally in locations such as Dubai and Doha, we combine global perspective with local knowledge to address complex challenges in materials ranging from traditional masonry to modern composites. Client satisfaction remains central to our approach, achieved through transparent communication and rigorous attention to quality standards, budgets, and timelines.
Services
Structural Engineering
Small Works Department
Structural Inspections
Ground Investigation
Early Advice
Party Wall Surveying
Historic Building Analysis
Computer Aided Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in civil and structural engineering projects.
- Our team includes senior chartered engineers with international project expertise.
- We utilise advanced CAD software for precise structural analysis and design.
- We provide cost-effective solutions through early-stage engineering consultations.
- Our services cover projects from 100,000 to 25 million in value.
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services cover new builds, renovations, and specialist structures. We design with steel, concrete, timber, and modern composites like SIPs panels. Our engineers handle projects from 100,000 to 25 million, using advanced software for complex analysis. Clients benefit from cost-effective solutions that balance technical precision with practical construction requirements.
Small Works Department
The Small Works Department specialises in domestic structural modifications. Services include beam calculations, wall removals, loft conversions, and chimney breast support. We provide full engineering drawings and Building Control submissions. Our team ensures compliance with the Party Wall Act while delivering practical solutions for residential extensions and adaptations.
Structural Inspections
We conduct comprehensive structural inspections for residential and commercial properties. Our reports identify defects in foundations, walls, roofs, and load-bearing elements. Services include subsidence analysis, listed building assessments, and non-traditional house inspections. We provide clear remedial recommendations and electronic reporting for mortgage lenders and insurance purposes.
Ground Investigation
Our ground investigation services include trial hole excavation, soil testing, and contamination analysis. The in-house laboratory performs shrinkability, pH, and sulphate tests to inform foundation design. We conduct Phase I-III environmental assessments for new developments and provide remediation strategies for contaminated sites, ensuring compliance with building regulations.
Early Advice
The EASE (Early Advice on Structural Engineering) service offers free pre-design consultations. We collaborate with architects during concept stages to optimise structural efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance design possibilities. This proactive approach prevents costly revisions while maintaining architectural intent through early integration of engineering requirements.
People
Kevin Love
Senior Engineer
Kevin Love brings extensive structural engineering expertise to DFP, specialising in complex residential and commercial projects. With a focus on technical precision and client collaboration, he ensures practical solutions that meet regulatory standards while maintaining design integrity.
Kevin Lennon
Associate Partner
As Associate Partner, Kevin Lennon oversees project delivery and quality control. His 25+ years of experience in structural design and multidisciplinary coordination ensures efficient execution of large-scale developments while maintaining DFP's commitment to engineering excellence.
Andrew Evans
Senior Partner
Senior Partner Andrew Evans leads strategic direction at DFP. With a background in international projects and specialist structures, he drives innovation in engineering solutions while maintaining the firm's core values of client-centric service and technical rigor.
Nick Eckford
Consultant
Consultant Nick Eckford provides expert guidance on complex structural challenges. His specialist knowledge in historic building conservation and non-traditional construction methods enhances DFP's capabilities in heritage projects and unique engineering requirements.
Questions
What types of structural engineering projects do you handle?
We handle projects ranging from £100,000 to £25 million, including new builds, renovations, listed buildings, and specialist structures using steel, concrete, timber, and modern composites.
Do you provide structural inspections for residential properties?
Yes, we conduct comprehensive structural inspections for domestic properties, including subsidence analysis, party wall compliance, and pre-purchase engineering reports tailored to mortgage lender requirements.
Can you assist with small domestic structural modifications?
Our Small Works Department specialises in domestic modifications like beam calculations, wall removals, loft conversions, and chimney breast support with full Building Control documentation.
Do you offer early-stage engineering consultations?
Yes, our EASE service provides free pre-design consultations to optimise structural efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance design possibilities during the concept stage of architectural projects.
What ground investigation services do you provide?
We offer trial hole excavation, soil testing, contamination analysis, and Phase I-III environmental assessments, with in-house laboratory testing for shrinkability, pH, and sulphate content.
Reviews (2)
Richard Pike
Sep 29, 2020
Report
After a few delays in getting the drawings released (admittedly over Christmas period) we received them and all appears to be in good order (none of the builders we've asked to quotes had any problems). I'll update this review once the building work is done to highlight whether there were any issues with the calculations.
Priyanka Das
Dec 01, 2018
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Mr Andrews is highly recommended. This is the only firm whom we found that accepts short notice structural survey project. We even got our report in a day's time.They are flexible, efficient and professional. Thank you
