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Your Trusted Partner for Civil & Structural Engineering Solutions
Established by Chartered Civil and Structural Engineer Alex Laird, Entos Consulting brings over 40 years of combined industry experience to deliver professional engineering solutions. Our team specialises in structural inspections, building regulation compliance, and complex engineering challenges for residential, commercial, and historic projects. With expertise in contemporary design and heritage preservation, we provide tailored services for new builds, extensions, and infrastructure across Cornwall. Our Chartered status with the Institution of Structural Engineers and Institution of Civil Engineers underscores our commitment to technical excellence.We have supported award-winning developments including Grand Designs features and seismic-resistant structures in New Zealand. Our approach combines innovative problem-solving with practical engineering to transform concepts into reality, offering clients clear communication and reliable project delivery. From initial design to final certification, we prioritise structural integrity and client satisfaction. Our track record includes drainage strategies, retaining wall solutions, and specialist work on schools and healthcare facilities. Trusted by architects and contractors nationwide, we maintain rigorous quality standards in every project.
Services
Structural inspections
Building regulation packages
Historic building work
Drainage design
Retaining walls
Barn conversions
Foundation design
Seismic engineering
Residential extensions
Commercial structures
Highlights and features
- Chartered engineers with 40+ years combined industry experience
- Specialist expertise in historic building conservation and seismic engineering
- Award-winning project involvement including Grand Designs features
- Comprehensive structural inspection services with clear reporting
- Client-focused approach combining innovation with practical solutions
Associations and certifications
- Institution of Structural Engineers
- Institution of Civil Engineers
What people say
Professional, punctual and precise
Brilliant can't fault the service
Innovative and eye-catching solutions
Chartered engineer qualifications accepted by lenders
Award-winning project involvement
Services
Structural inspections
We conduct comprehensive structural assessments from basic visual checks to detailed invasive analysis. Our reports identify defects and provide remedial solutions for mortgage applications, insurance claims, and planning permissions. Chartered engineers deliver clear, actionable recommendations tailored to residential and commercial properties.
Building regulation packages
Our building regulation services cover beam calculations, extensions, and complex developments. We prepare documentation for local authorities, ensuring compliance with current standards. This includes structural calculations, drawings, and specifications for new builds, conversions, and alterations across residential and commercial sectors.
Historic building work
Specialist structural solutions for listed buildings and historic structures. We provide surveys, strengthening schemes, and conservation-focused designs that maintain historical integrity. Our experience includes Cornish tin mines, chapels, and barn conversions, balancing preservation with modern functionality requirements.
Drainage design
We offer foul and stormwater drainage strategies, including flood risk assessments. Our services cover residential and commercial developments, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations through sustainable drainage solutions and infrastructure planning tailored to site-specific conditions.
Retaining walls
Full design service for retaining wall replacement or new installations. We provide structural analysis, material specifications, and insurance claim support. Our solutions address both functional requirements and aesthetic integration with surrounding environments for residential and commercial properties.
People
Alex Laird
Director
Chartered Civil and Structural Engineer with 15+ years' experience in the UK and New Zealand. Specialises in complex structures and heritage buildings, including seismic engineering work in Christchurch recovery projects. Leads Entos Consulting's technical delivery.
Lee
Structural Engineer
15-year experienced structural engineer specialising in advanced analysis and design. Expertise in static/dynamic and linear/non-linear analysis methods. Provides technical leadership for complex engineering challenges across diverse project types.
Simon
Structural Engineer
Chartered engineer with extensive experience in design, construction, and inspection projects. Has worked with major organisations including The National Trust, Ministry of Defence, and Network Rail. Specialises in structural maintenance and demolition solutions.
Questions
What services does Entos Consulting offer?
We provide structural engineering services including building regulation compliance, structural inspections, historic building work, drainage design, and retaining wall solutions for residential and commercial projects.
Do you work on historic buildings?
Yes, we specialise in historic structures including listed buildings and industrial heritage sites. Our experience includes Cornish tin mines and Grade 1 listed properties, with conservation-focused engineering solutions.
What's included in a structural inspection?
We offer basic visual checks to detailed invasive assessments. Reports identify structural defects, provide remedial recommendations, and can support mortgage applications, insurance claims, or planning permissions.
Are you Chartered engineers?
Yes, our team includes Chartered members of the Institution of Structural Engineers and Institution of Civil Engineers, ensuring the highest professional and technical standards.
Reviews (6)
Rammers N.
Oct 27, 2021
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After an initial communication issue which we resolved we received an excellent response on a structural survey for a property in Cornwall. Good local knowledge with a pragmatic approach.
Geoff Dyer
Dec 30, 2018
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We at Davey Construction are currently working with Entos on three very complex new build projects for three very discerning clients. We find Entos to be professional, punctual and precise. It has been and is a pleasure to work with them and the information provided by them has enabled us to complete the first project with ease and we are currently in the process of building the latest two projects with just the same level of competence and expertise. Perfect!
James Otter
Dec 08, 2018
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Brilliant, can't not fault the service we received by Alex. All drawings were done to meet our deadlines and to a high and professional standard. Would highly recommend to anyone needing a reliable structural engineer.
Rory Jenkins
Oct 25, 2018
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We had a problem with a complicated cliff top site and the consequent structural engineering. Alex and his team were recommended and it was clear why. He was direct, efficient and always took the time to explain details to me first time self builder. I've recommended Entos to other self builders and will continue to do so.
Tressa Rea
Sep 11, 2018
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We had a few technical issues with our barn conversion. Entos were fantastic and were able to resolve these for us without delay. Would fully recommend to anyone else.
Nicholas James
May 30, 2018
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At Kast Architects we regularly work with Entos Consulting and enjoy the collaboration with Alex and the team due to their willingness to think differently and develop innovative and eye catching solutions.
