Quality wall ties are vital for holding the structure of a cavity wall together. Consequently, when the ties deteriorate or fail, it’s important to seek structural wall repairs from a reliable company. Homeowners in Wallsend, Whitley Bay and across the North East can contact Rem-Tie Ltd for high-quality wall tie replacements tailored to their properties. As wall tie specialists with more than 40 years of experience, we ensure the best possible results for every customer.
Below, we explain why wall ties fail and the signs to look out for.
If the wall ties aren’t galvanised, or the galvanisation is poor, water can cause them to rust. As the ties rust, they swell and cause cracks in the walls. Rusting also weakens the ties, eventually resulting in tie failure.
You might need cavity wall repairs if the ties weren’t fitted properly. This could be because they’re too short for the wall or have been placed at incorrect points, resulting in cracking and related problems.
If you suspect wall tie failure, the best thing to do is call a wall tie specialist, such as Rem-Tie Ltd, for a survey and report to assess the need for structural wall repairs. There are a few visual signs that something is wrong with the wall ties, including:
If the wall ties have failed, Rem-Tie Ltd can provide expert repair services to stabilise the walls. We install remedial wall ties to replace the existing ones, giving cavity walls the support they need. This service is available to homeowners and other domestic customers in Wallsend, Whitley Bay and all surrounding North East areas. Rest assured, our wall tie specialists thoroughly inspect each property to identify the right solution. This includes drilling investigation holes to determine the correct type of tie to use.
In addition to new wall ties, we also offer crack stitching as part of structural wall repairs where needed. This is a method of repairing and reinforcing cracked walls that involves fitting steel bars into horizontal slots in the wall. We insert the bars into the mortar using a special grout to chemically bond them to the wall and reconnect the masonry. We also use a resin sealant to protect against moisture and freeze/thaw action.
Contact us today on 07949 099780 for structural wall repairs in Wallsend, Whitley Bay and the surrounding areas.
