Wall Tie replacement in Turton is carried out by our experienced staff at Ascot Damp Proofing if it has been found that they have corroded or rusted and are causing cracks in the walls and therefore compromising the structural integrity of a wall. We were recently approached by a customer who required this service.

In Turton wall tie replacement is needed by many home owners who have houses that are over 20 years old. Recently we were asked to carry out a survey at a residential property where the homeowner had noticed a number of horizontal cracks appearing in two walls. One wall in particular was a source of concern as it is a structural wall. When our staff members visited the location they found a serious of significant horizontal cracks that ran level with the space between the bricks. It appeared that the problem was indeed due to steel cavity wall ties that had corroded and rusted over time and were now forcing the bricks apart in several places. Once the weakened and failing ties were isolated we could use one of two methods. Given the extent of the damage, the structural importance of the wall and the number of ties affected we elected, in consultation with the customer, to go for the second and more extensive option that would both correct the problem and prevent further deterioration. We cut out brick work to expose the wall cavity. Firstly, we carried out a survey of the cavity to see what underlying problems there were. Due to the existence of damp in the cavity we installed air bricks in addition to new stainless steel ties that won’t rust or corrode and carry a 30 year warranty. The bricks were replaced and the walls looked as good as new.

If you suspect you may require Wall Tie replacement in Turton you need to call us at Ascot Damp Proofing today; don’t delay until the damage is so severe that walls collapse!