Cheshire Building Consult

Cheshire Building Consult: building control and compliance consultancy in Dukinfield

Cheshire Building Consult is a family-run building consultancy based in Dukinfield, Greater Manchester, with more than 25 years of experience in the construction trade. The firm works with homeowners, developers, architects, builders and contractors on residential and commercial projects, providing guidance across building control, fire safety, structural engineering and building compliance. Its multidisciplinary team includes in-house structural engineers and qualified fire risk assessors.

The consultancy presents itself as friendly, flexible and fair, with a client-focused approach that emphasises clear communication and dependable support throughout a project. It states that all staff hold multiple professional accreditations and that the firm is fully insured.

Fire safety and compliance services

Fire risk assessments form a core part of the offer. The team identifies hazards, evaluates escape routes and checks that buildings meet legal fire safety obligations. It covers residential, commercial, office, retail and industrial environments, and provides recommendations intended to improve safety and compliance. The firm also develops tailored fire safety strategies, reviews layouts, escape routes and fire resistance measures, and offers ongoing compliance support during a project. A typical fire risk assessment in Dukinfield is described as taking between one and three hours, depending on the building.

Related compliance work includes Legionella testing, with full risk assessments and laboratory-backed water tests for residential and commercial properties, and health and safety audits. Portable appliance testing (PAT) is also available to check electrical appliances and help organisations maintain a safe working environment.

Building control and structural engineering

The consultancy advises architects, developers and contractors on regulatory compliance, building standards and construction specification preparation. Its in-house structural engineering service covers load assessments, structural calculations and tailored design solutions, with structural drawings and full calculation reports produced by its own engineers.

Acoustic testing is offered to verify compliance with Regulation E sound insulation requirements, including detailed reports and practical guidance. The firm also prepares planning application packages and building regulation specifications for projects ranging from single-storey rear extensions and two-storey extensions to attic conversions, garage conversions, dormer extensions, basement conversions, barn conversions, HMO conversions and new builds.

Professional accreditations

According to the company, its staff hold qualifications and memberships including Chartered Building Engineer (C.BuildE MCABE), Institute of Fire Safety Managers (MIFSM), National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH), Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), Institute of Acoustics (IOA) and CSCS. The firm also states that it is registered as competent persons for various construction materials and can provide expert witness statements.

Client feedback

Testimonials published on the site describe the service as efficient and reliable, and highlight the involvement of Stuart in projects ranging from house building to commercial conversions. Clients mention detailed and easy-to-follow fire risk assessments, proactive advice on building regulations, and the convenience of having multiple services under one roof. One client, a chartered health and safety consultant, refers to 100% client satisfaction on projects requiring Building Regulations and Approved Document interpretation.

Areas covered

The consultancy lists client areas including Blackburn, Darwen, Accrington, Chester, Wigan, Cheshire, Warrington, Bolton, St Helens, Preston, Manchester, Rochdale, Haslingden, Middleton and Blackpool. It serves both domestic and commercial clients.