Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Services in Worthing
Established in 1991, we are a team of chartered structural engineers with over 30 years of collective experience serving Sussex, Kent, and Surrey. Our expertise spans structural inspections, subsidence investigations, Party Wall Act compliance, and tailored engineering solutions for domestic and commercial properties. We specialise in structural reports for mortgages, steel connection design, and contract administration, ensuring projects meet rigorous safety and regulatory standards. Our team of six engineers and two support staff combines global expertise with local knowledge to address diverse structural challenges. As members of the Institution of Structural Engineers and ISO 9001-certified practitioners, we uphold strict ethical and quality standards. We collaborate with private clients, developers, insurers, and managing agents, offering services from simple structural assessments to complex restoration projects.Our commitment to client-centric solutions ensures every project, whether a Grade II Listed building reinstatement or a residential loft conversion, receives meticulous attention to detail. We prioritise transparency, providing clear recommendations for repairs, strengthening works, or project feasibility. Our engineers conduct thorough site investigations, including damp testing, crack analysis, and foundation assessments, to diagnose structural issues accurately. With a focus on innovation and reliability, we deliver practical, cost-effective engineering solutions tailored to individual client needs.
Services
Structural Inspections
Subsidence Investigations
Party Wall Advice
Structural Reports
Steel Connection Design
Contract Administration
Insurance Claims
Historic Restoration
Loft Conversions
New Build Projects
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in structural engineering across Sussex, Kent, and Surrey.
- Our team includes six chartered structural engineers with global expertise and local knowledge.
- We are ISO 9001 certified, ensuring rigorous quality and compliance standards.
- We provide tailored solutions for both domestic and commercial structural challenges.
- Our engineers conduct thorough site investigations to diagnose and resolve structural issues accurately.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Efficient and care
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Tailored solutions
Services
Structural Inspections
Our structural inspections identify defects such as subsidence, damp, and cracking in residential and commercial properties. Engineers conduct detailed assessments, including laser measurements and material testing, to diagnose issues. We provide actionable recommendations for repairs or strengthening works, ensuring compliance with Building Regulations.
Party Wall Advice
We offer expert compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 for building works near property boundaries. Our surveyors draft Party Wall Awards, mediate between parties, and document property conditions to protect all stakeholders. Services include 3M/6M notices and dispute resolution for extensions or excavations.
Structural Reports
We produce detailed structural reports for mortgages, planning permissions, and insurance claims. Assessments cover load-bearing walls, floor capacity, and foundation suitability. Reports include remedial work recommendations and certificates of structural adequacy to confirm property safety.
Contract Administration
We manage construction projects from tendering to completion, ensuring adherence to specifications and budgets. Services include scheduling works, contractor coordination, and issuing practical completion certificates. Our oversight guarantees structural integrity and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Insurance Claims
We assist with insurance claims for fire, flood, and storm damage by evaluating structural impacts and overseeing reinstatement. Our engineers collaborate with loss adjusters to restore properties to pre-damage conditions, providing technical specifications and progress inspections for insurers and policyholders.
People
S Gray
Managing Director
B.Eng (Hons) PGCert, CEng, MICE, AIStructE, MCABE, C.Build.E. Oversees strategic direction and technical excellence for all projects, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client expectations.
P Goacher
Consultant
Eur Ing., B.Sc. (Hons), C.Eng., MICE, M.I.Struct.E. Provides specialist engineering expertise with a focus on complex structural design and problem-solving for commercial and residential developments.
A Goacher
Financial Director
B.Sc. (Hons), MA. Manages financial operations and business strategy, ensuring sustainable growth and fiscal responsibility across all company activities.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural inspections, subsidence reports, Party Wall advice, contract administration, insurance claims, and engineering reports for mortgages or renovations.
How does the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 affect my project?
The Act requires formal notices for works near boundaries. We help draft Party Wall Awards, mediate disputes, and ensure compliance for extensions or excavations.
Can you assess subsidence or structural cracking?
Yes. Our engineers conduct detailed inspections, including crack monitoring and soil testing, to diagnose subsidence and recommend repairs.
Do you handle insurance claims for property damage?
We assess structural damage from fire, flood, or storms and oversee reinstatement works in collaboration with insurers and loss adjusters.
Are your engineers qualified and accredited?
Our team includes chartered members of the Institution of Structural Engineers and we are ISO 9001 certified for quality management.
Reviews (5)
Jenni Beckwith
May 16, 2021
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The engineer guessed which way my joists ran and guessed wrong. The resulting calcs produced were incorrect and cost me thousands of pounds of unnecessary work and materials. The excuse was "I am correct 90% of the time, unfortunately you are in the 10%"
What is the point paying for a professional service when they just guess!! My review still stands regardless of Mr Goacher's comments below. They may cover themselves legally by expecting everyone else to check their work before commencement, but this isn't morally or ethically right!! As a professional service they should do everything they
What is the point paying for a professional service when they just guess!! My review still stands regardless of Mr Goacher's comments below. They may cover themselves legally by expecting everyone else to check their work before commencement, but this isn't morally or ethically right!! As a professional service they should do everything they
Eva Sichova
Feb 04, 2021
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I'm very happy we were choose Philip Goacher. We were corporate with Theo, he was very friendly, quick, respect social distance in our property and made for us great report. Many thanks for everything, I will be returning customer.
Daegan Beaumont
Feb 02, 2021
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Very quick turnover from enquiry to works completed & report received. Dave was really helpful and answered all of our questions quickly, without using any jargon. All in all a very professional job, we're very happy with the service!
Mike Tame
Dec 13, 2020
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Very helpful and honest advice provided during the site visit. A detailed design package was received shortly after and they were happy to discuss any (layman) queries I had as well as future works. Quick and reliable service. Would recommend.
Claire Deegan
Dec 05, 2019
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Dean at Phillip Goacher is the most helpful and knowledgable surveyor. I approached Dean for help and advice when I was recently served a Party Wall Notice by my neighbour. I was apprehensive and worried about how the Party Wall Agreement would effect me and my property. Dean explained thoroughly the process and assured me every step of the way. I trust Deans experience and professional approach that I would not hesitate to recommend him. Thank you Dean & Phillip Goacher
