Paddick Engineering Limited

We used Paddick for the drawings for our extension. Communication was great throughout and everything was delivered when promised.

Really happy with the service. Ben sorted our extension drawings and dealt with Building Control which took a lot of the stress away. Would definitely recommend.

I had an extremely distressing and disappointing experience with Paddick Engineering. At the outset, they were responsive and reassuring. They agreed to adhere to a 10-week timeline after I made it clear that my building works were scheduled to begin within a specific timeframe. Unfortunately, this commitment was not honoured. The planning application process was handled very poorly. Forms were submitted incorrectly, resulting in repeated validation failures. Despite chasing updates, my emails were frequently ignored and, at one point, my number was blocked - which I found highly unprofessional. I had to contact the council myself for updates, and even the case officer reached out to Paddick Engineering directly on several occasions (as a courtesy) to guide them on the changes required for approval. Despite this, it became evident that they lacked a basic understanding of standard planning requirements. The application was ultimately refused due to poor-quality drawings, lack of compliance, and failure to incorporate clear guidance provided to them. What should have been a straightforward validation process within a week took approximately 8 weeks due to their errors. Furthermore, drawings were produced without properly consulting me. When I requested a meeting to discuss my requirements and avoid assumptions, this was refused. It reached a point where I had to send a formal legal letter before any meaningful response was received. Only then did communication resume. I later discovered that Paddick Engineering are not registered architects but technicians, which helped explain the poor level of design knowledge and inadequate drawings. Instead of the agreed 10-week timeline, the process took over 30 weeks and ultimately left me back at square one - with significant loss of time and money. Despite this, they refused to offer any compensation and only refunded the portion relating to structural calculations that had not yet been completed. Afterwards, I came across similar reviews from others describing issues with poor technical knowledge and financial loss, which unfortunately aligns with my experience. I would strongly advise others to proceed with caution.

Paddick Engineering carried out a structural survey and provided us with a very detailed report. The surveyor who attended site was thorough, the report provided was timely. All queries received a prompt response. Thanks to Nick, Ben and Megan. Highlly recommended

Needed some calculations for steels to install bi folding doors. Daniel and Ben were amazing from start to finish. They came to see me quickly and completed all the work to a high standard with keeping me informed throughout the process. Would recommend.

I needed retrospective building regulations for a load bearing wall that was knocked down in my house . Daniel and Ben put me at ease straight away and came out to take the measurements really quickly. They drew up the plans and submitted it to the council on my behalf. Everything went smoothly, they were professional and reassuring. Thank you.

Got plans for a 2 storey extension. They were great and really helpful with all my questions. Everything completed in a really reasonable time too. Would definitely recommend x