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What Are Cavity Wall Ties?
CavClear is the UK’s leading providers of Cavity Wall Tie removal and replacement. With over 30 years experience, we diagnose, remove and replace old and rusty Cavity Wall Ties that may be causing structural issues to your property.
Wall ties, more commonly known as brick ties, tie together both the external and internal leaves of the cavity wall. When they become defected, they can no longer do their job, and the structure and safety of a property is at risk. If you spot the signs of failing wall ties, from a bulging wall to step cracking in brickwork, it’s time to give us a call. Our survey offers a full report with recommendations so you can make the right decision for your home. Our team of Wall Tie experts are only a dial away!
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What Are Cavity Wall Ties?
Wall ties, also known as ‘brick ties’, are used in buildings with cavity walls. Cavity Wall Ties are an important structural element of any building, and play a vital role in maintaining the stability of the inner and outer cavity walls.
Cavity wall tie corrosion has been a known issue for over 40 years, especially with ties made before 1981 lacking proper coatings. This ongoing problem can lead to bulging brickwork or collapse if left unchecked. If you suspect corrosion or notice irregularities, it may be time for survey…
Due to a number of different factors, Wall Ties will eventually begin to fail, and become ineffective in doing what they should. This means that when you spot the signs, it may be time for a Wall Tie Survey!
What is a Wall Tie Survey?
There may be a bulge or other defect in the brickwork, which suggests a problem. The wall ties need checking as a process of illumination, so that the cause of the movement can be found. Whatever the reason for the wall tie survey, the procedure is straightforward and usually takes less than an hour or so.
A specific CavClear survey involves a visual building inspection and an invasive inspection into the cavities to see exactly what is going on. It requires an amount of time spent at the property dependant upon size, an in-depth assessment of the building’s performance and defects and a detailed report.
If you’re looking for a cost-effective Wall Tie survey in the United Kingdom, please get in touch with us today on 0333 220 2463.
The Signs and Symptoms Your Wall Ties Are Failing
-> Step Cracking on the Exterior Walls: this is the most common sign!
-> Walls Bulging Outward
-> Broken window ledges/frames or windows separating from wall.
-> Collapse of inner or outer wall
Being able to spot the signs of Cavity Wall Tie failure is crucial, as failure in the long term can have catastrophic consequences.
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REPLACING WALL TIES
When severe corrosion or insufficient quantities of wall ties are detected – a common occurrence in older homes – remedial action becomes imperative. This typically involves the installation of a new wall tie system. The process includes drilling holes at specified intervals through the outer leaf, with adjustments made near openings where structural weakness may be more pronounced.
Stainless steel ties are then inserted and securely fixed to the inner leaf using either mechanical (expanding lug) or adhesive (epoxy resin) methods. This essential upgrade ensures structural integrity and guards against future issues, offering peace of mind for homeowners.
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What Is Cavity Wall Tie Failure?
In the advent UK homes having brick ties installed in their property, it goes to say that over time these ties have corroded and have started to cause real damage properties.
Failure of a wall tie usually occurs when the galvanised steel starts to rust. This causes the tie to expand leading to internal or external structural.
Unsure how you can tell if you have issues with eroding brick ties? Read on, we’ll tell you how to diagnose issues.
What Does Cavity Wall Tie Failure Look Like?
Below we’ve outlined a number of telltale signs that you could have failing cavity wall ties.
- Walls which are rust-stained
- Horizontal crack or step-cracking inhe wall
- Bulging walls due to the expansion of the rusting ties
- Collapsing walls which can occur in extreme situations where the issues as been left untreated.
We Can Even Inspect Wall Ties On Buildings That Contain Cavity Wall Insulation!
Whether You Suspect Your Cavity Wall Ties Have Failed Or Your Home Buyers Survey Recommends The Inspection.
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