Stella did a great job for us. She liaised with building control (quite a challenge) and thought of things we would have never considered. Overall she did a great job for us and we are extremely happy with the outcome.
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Structural engineers · Peterborough & London
The engineers you call for clarity, confidence and precision
From structural investigations to construction-ready designs, we provide practical engineering solutions for homes, businesses and development projects across the UK.
Head office · East of England
Peterborough
39 West Stonebridge, Peterborough, UK
+44 1733 602 844Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Rutland and the wider East of England.
London & South East
Borehamwood — London
Kinetic Business Centre, Theobald St., Elstree, UK
+44 20 8191 2284Greater London, Hertfordshire, Essex, Surrey, Kent and the South East.
Practice at a glance
- Coverage
- Nationwide, UK
- Sectors
- Residential · Commercial · Industrial · Heritage
- Outputs
- Calculations, drawings, reports, Building Control submissions
- Clients
- Homeowners, architects, builders, developers, surveyors
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Our services
Clear services, clearly explained.
Each has its own page setting out the scope, what we need from you and exactly what you receive.
Why Ora Labora
Recommended by architects, builders and developers alike.
1
Right first time
Drawings and calculations your builder can work from directly.
2
Quick to respond
Fast turnaround and clear communication, from first call to final drawing.
3
We work with your team
Alongside your architect, surveyor and contractor — not in isolation.
4
Sustainable thinking
Founded on a passion for innovative and sustainable construction.
Resources
August 23, 2026 · 6 min read
Loft Conversions: Can Your Roof Actually Take It?
August 18, 2026 · 7 min read
What Is a Trial Pit? How Engineers Find Out What Your House Is Really Sitting On
August 10, 2026 · 6 min read
Structural Survey or Structural Appraisal? What You Actually Need, and What It Costs
Structural advice, in plain English.
August 23, 2026 · 6 min read
Loft Conversions: Can Your Roof Actually Take It?
August 18, 2026 · 7 min read
What Is a Trial Pit? How Engineers Find Out What Your House Is Really Sitting On
August 10, 2026 · 6 min read
Structural Survey or Structural Appraisal? What You Actually Need, and What It Costs
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