CavityWallTieReplacementinBournemouth
If your cavity wall is cracking along the mortar joints or starting to bulge, failed wall ties could be why. We'll take a proper look, explain plainly what's going on, and give you a free written quote to put it right.
- Free, no-obligation quotation before any work starts
- Brickwork made good to match your existing wall
- Covered by a 5-year workmanship guarantee
- 5★Rated on Google
- 5-Yearworkmanship guarantee
- Up to £1mpublic liability cover
- NVQ Level 2qualified bricklayer, CSCS card
Cavity Wall Repairs
What Wall Tie Replacement Involves
A cavity wall is built as two skins of brickwork with a gap between them, tied together with metal wall ties so the whole thing stands as one wall rather than two. Older steel ties corrode over time, and as rust builds up they expand, crack the mortar joint around them, and stop holding the wall together properly. Wall tie replacement means fitting new ties to take over from the failed ones, then making good the brickwork and mortar around them. It's a job for cavity wall properties, generally the older ones, where the original ties are the type most likely to have corroded.
- Suits cavity wall properties, particularly older ones with steel ties
- Ties are replaced without needing to rebuild the wall
- Brickwork and mortar made good to match what's already there
Cavity wallHow We Handle a Wall Tie Job
From the first look at your wall to the finished repair.
01We assess the wall
We'll visit to see the cracking or movement for ourselves and work out what's causing it before anything is agreed.
- 02
We replace the ties and make good
Failed ties are replaced, and the mortar joints and brickwork around them are made good to match your wall.
- 03
The work is guaranteed
Every job is covered by a 5-year workmanship guarantee, so you're covered once we've finished.
5.0★
Google rating from 47 reviews
5-Year
workmanship guarantee
Up to £1m
public liability cover
Up to 1hr
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What's Included
Every wall tie job covers the same ground.
On-site assessment
A proper look at the wall before anything is agreed, so you know what you're dealing with.
Written quotation
A free, no-obligation quote, so you know the cost before any work starts.
Removal of failed ties
The corroded or broken ties are taken out.
New ties fitted
Replacement ties suited to your wall are fitted to hold it together properly again.
Brickwork made good
Mortar joints and brickwork disturbed by the work are repaired to match.
Site kept clean and tidy
Surrounding areas are protected and cleared down each day.
Pricing
A Free, No-Obligation Quote
Priced After a Visit, Not a Guess
Every wall tie job is different: the number of ties involved, how easy the wall is to get to, and how much brickwork needs making good afterwards all affect the cost. We visit, work out exactly what's needed, and give you a written quote before anything starts, so there's no figure that won't survive a proper look at your wall.
- What's driving the cost: the extent of the failure, access, and the brickwork make-good involved
- A free, no-obligation quotation, in writing
- Nothing agreed until you're happy with the price
How the Job Runs
The same four stages behind every job we take on.
Free site visit and quotation
Jack visits the property, has a look at the wall and talks through what needs doing, then follows up with a detailed written quote.
Preparation
Materials are ordered, a start date agreed, and the area around the wall protected before any work begins.
Replacement work
The failed ties are removed and new ones fitted, with the site kept clean and tidy each day.
Finishing
The work area is cleaned down, waste removed, and we walk you through what's been done before calling it finished.
What Wall Tie Failure Looks Like
Photography specific to wall tie replacement is still being gathered. Get in touch to see examples of our other structural brickwork.
What Our Customers Say
Taken word for word from our Google profile.
5.0
James Hickman
Jack was excellent from first inquiry to the finished product. We needed an old set of French doors bricking up to match our existing window still height.
Dane Gardner
Jack is a real craftsman who repaired my steps and repointed my patio to a very high standard. From the start he was good at communicating, replying to messages quickly and providing a prompt quote.
Rosemary Collins
Jack did an excellent job rebuilding a section of our garden wall and repairing cracks in other sections despite having to work through challenging weather conditions and unexpected complications in relation to the groundwork.
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A closer look at other brickwork projects we have completed.
Common Questions Before You Book
The things people usually want to know before agreeing to any structural work.
Will this mean rebuilding the wall?
No. Replacing the ties doesn't mean taking the wall down. The ties are dealt with and the brickwork made good around them.
Will the repair match my existing brickwork?
We match the mortar and brickwork as closely as we can, so the repair blends in rather than standing out.
What if something's missed?
Every job is covered by a 5-year workmanship guarantee, so you're covered if anything needs a second look.
Signs of Wall Tie Failure
What to look out for on a cavity wall.
Horizontal cracking along the mortar joints, evenly spaced up the wall
What it actually isOften a sign that the wall ties holding the two skins of the wall together have corroded and expanded, cracking the joint above them.
What it needsWorth having someone take a proper look before it gets any further.
Brickwork that looks like it's bulging or leaning outward
What it actually isCan mean the ties are no longer holding the two skins of the wall together properly.
What it needsWe assess the wall on site and explain plainly what we find.
Cracking around window or door openings on an older cavity wall
What it actually isCavity walls built with steel ties before the 1980s are the ones most likely to be affected as the ties age.
What it needsAn on-site look will confirm whether it's the ties or something else.
Not every crack means a wall tie problem. An on-site look is the only way to be sure.
Cavity Walls, Wall Ties and What Affects the Job
Cavity wall construction became standard for UK homes through the twentieth century: two skins of brickwork built with a gap between them, tied together with metal wall ties so the wall behaves as one structure rather than two separate leaves. The ties are hidden inside the wall, so they only become a visible problem once they've already started to fail.
Cavity wall tie failure happens when the ties corrode. Steel ties fitted before the 1980s are the ones most commonly affected, and once rust sets in, the metal expands and cracks the mortar joint around it. Left long enough, the two skins of the wall can start to move independently, which is when cracking and bulging become visible from outside.
Cavity wall tie replacement puts new ties in to do the job the old ones no longer can. It doesn't generally mean rebuilding the wall: the failed ties are dealt with, new ones fitted, and the brickwork and mortar made good around them so the repair matches the rest of the wall.
Wall tie replacement cost varies from wall to wall. How many ties are involved, how easy the wall is to get to, and how much brickwork needs making good afterwards all affect the price, which is why we quote after seeing the wall rather than guessing over the phone. Any quote is free and comes with no obligation.
Any wall ties replacement work should leave the wall performing as it's meant to, with the two skins properly tied and the brickwork finished to match what's already there. If you're not sure whether what you're seeing is a wall tie problem or something else, an on-site look is the only reliable way to find out.
Wall Tie Replacement FAQs
Answers to what people usually ask before booking.
How do I know if I need wall tie replacement?
The main signs are horizontal cracking along the mortar joints at regular intervals, or brickwork that looks like it's bulging outward. Both are worth having looked at rather than left.
How much does wall tie replacement cost?
It depends on the wall: how many ties are involved, how easy it is to get to, and how much brickwork needs making good afterwards. We give a free, no-obligation quote after seeing the wall, so the figure is based on your job rather than a guess.
Will replacing the ties damage my brickwork or my garden?
The area around the wall is protected before work starts, and it's kept clean and tidy each day. Any brickwork disturbed by the work is made good to match.
Do you guarantee wall tie replacement work?
Yes. It's covered by the same 5-year workmanship guarantee as the rest of our work.
Who will actually visit my property?
Jack visits every job himself, has a look at the wall, and talks you through what he finds before any quote goes out.
Other Repointing and Repair Work We Cover
If wall ties aren't quite what you're dealing with, one of these might be.
01Brickwork Repointing
For mortar that has worn away or is letting damp in, rather than a tie problem.
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02Brickwork Repairs
For cracked, spalled or frost-damaged brick that needs repairing or replacing.
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03Brick Matching
For a repair or extension that needs to blend in with existing brick.
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Where We Cover
Cavity wall tie replacement across Dorset and into Hampshire.
Bournemouth
Cavity wall homes across Bournemouth, including the older streets where wall ties are most likely to be showing their age.
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Get a free, no-obligation quote for wall tie replacement across Dorset and into Hampshire.
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Tell us what you need and we'll come back with a price. No pressure, no hard sell.
Prefer to talk? Call JFE Brickwork on 01202 028 343