Barclay
Independent structural engineers · Melbourne's western suburbs

Clear structural answers for your home.

Whether something is going wrong with a home, or you are building or renovating one, we give you straight structural advice in plain language. Every report is reviewed by a Chartered Professional Engineer.

For homeowners & buyers

Worried about cracks or uneven floors?

We assess homes that are cracking, moving, or have uneven floors, and tell you what is happening and what it means. Independent, fixed price, and we do not sell repairs.

Floor level survey and thermal imaging in every report
Fixed price, weekends and public holidays
Great for homeowners, buyers and sellers
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For builders, designers & homeowners

Building or renovating?

We design the structure and produce clear, permit-ready engineering documents for new homes, extensions and renovations. Practical, buildable, and easy to work with.

Structural drawings and computations
Footing, slab, beam, bracing and retaining wall design
We can organise your soil test
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Independent
We do not sell repairs
CPEng reviewed
Every report checked
Plain English
No jargon, clear advice
Melbourne's west
Local engineers
About Barclay

Independent structural engineers you can talk to

Barclay Consulting Engineers is a Melbourne-based structural engineering firm serving the western suburbs and beyond. We work with homeowners, buyers, builders and building designers, as well as councils and asset owners.

Our approach is simple: clear communication, sensible engineering, and advice you can actually understand and act on. Every report is reviewed by a Chartered Professional Engineer before it is issued.

What clients say

Trusted by homeowners, builders and councils

"His attention to detail and clear communication gave us peace of mind about the structural integrity of our new home. His inspection identified the root cause of the water ingress, along with several other issues, explained clearly using thermal imagery and floor-level data."

Homeowner, Braybrook VIC

"His technical knowledge is excellent, and he has been instrumental in helping us resolve a number of site-specific and design-related challenges. He communicates complex structural concepts in a clear and practical way."

Senior Draftsperson, residential home builder

"What truly sets Barclay Consulting Engineers apart is their proactive communication and collaborative approach. They ensure all stakeholders are kept informed and that projects proceed efficiently, on time and within budget."

Coordinator Infrastructure Maintenance, Local Council

"Over the course of several local council building projects, their team has consistently demonstrated technical expertise, professionalism, and a commitment to quality. Their in-depth knowledge makes them an invaluable partner."

Minor Capital Works Officer, Local Council

Not sure which you need?

Get in touch and we will point you in the right direction. Tell us about the home or the project and we will take it from there.

Home assessment enquiry Build or renovate enquiry

Or email admin@barclay-eng.com.au