GS Renovation installs RSJs and structural steel across Barnet, from the 1930s semi-detached homes of Finchley and Mill Hill to the interwar houses of Hendon and Edgware. With over 30 years of experience across EN4, EN5, N3, N12 and NW7, we open up load-bearing walls safely, from the engineer's calculation right through to building control sign-off.
Removing load-bearing walls in Barnet homes
The classic Barnet job removes the wall between the front and rear reception rooms of a 1930s semi, or takes out the old kitchen wall to open up the back of the house. These interwar homes were built with a central spine wall and chimney breasts that usually carry the floor and roof loads above, so nothing comes out until a structural engineer has sized the replacement steel.
We begin with temporary propping to support the structure, then carry out staged demolition so the loads transfer gradually onto the new beam. The RSJ bears onto concrete or steel padstones at each end, spreading the load into the solid brickwork typical of Barnet's interwar stock. Once the steel is seated, packed and the connections are complete, building control inspects the work before we close everything up.
Party wall steps for Barnet semis
In a Barnet semi the dividing wall with your neighbour, and often a shared chimney stack, sits on the party line. Where beam bearings, padstones or foundations affect that shared wall, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served on the adjoining owner before work starts. We help you identify which walls are shared and factor the notice period into the programme from the outset.
The two-month notice period matters most in tightly built streets around Finchley, Hendon and Golders Green, where neighbouring homes share a boundary wall. Alongside party wall matters we handle the building regulations side through Barnet Council or an approved inspector, arranging inspections at propping, beam installation and completion. You receive the engineer's calculations and the building control certificate for your records and any future sale.
- Building control applications and sign-off
- Temporary propping and safe demolition
- Padstones, steel columns and beam connections
- Party Wall Act notices and awards
- RSJ and structural steel beam installation
Why Choose GS Renovation in Barnet
Homeowners across Barnet trust us with structural work because we manage every stage under one roof, from the engineer's calculations and party wall notices to propping, steelwork and building control sign-off. With 30-plus years opening up interwar semis in N2, N3, N12 and NW11, we work cleanly in occupied homes and never cut corners on structure.
- Free, no-obligation quotations
- Over 30 years of hands-on experience
- Dedicated project management
- Fully insured and guaranteed work
- Building control and planning support
- Clean, tidy and reliable tradespeople