Structural Repairs in Birmingham

Peter Cox were called in to a property in Birmingham to carry out a structural repair survey due to cracking on an internal wall.

The owner had previously had a structural engineer assess the property, with their report indicating that the defects need repairing. The structural engineer deemed the method of repair was suitable for Helifix products.

As no access was possible to the external wall Peter Cox were able to repair the issues internally by removing the plaster, using the Helifix crack stitching method, before replastering the area for redecoration. Properties across Birmingham and the West Midlands often require structural repairs due to the age or unavoidable environmental effects, for example water damage or subsidence.

In order to protect the property as best as possible, Peter Cox technicians are equipped with dust sheets, floor protection mats and dust extraction units.

The skirting boards in the affected areas were removed, before the existing plaster was hacked off.

One metre long Helibars were recommended extending 500mm either side of the crack. These were inserted within every third brick course at the crack positions.

These are installed by raking out the horizontal mortar bed joints before Helibond grout is injected into the joint.

The Helibar is then inserted into the joining before a second bead of Helibond grout is used to secure the Helibar in place. The area is then repointed.

The area can then be replastered, skirting boards refitted and then once the plaster has dried redecorated.

Peter Cox surveyor Dan Harper CSTDB said “often clients have cracking in their property that requires this crack stitching method - its a cost effective way to prevent the cracks from getting worse. Its a straight forward treatment process that gives the client peace of mind the problem is solved”

If you have similar problems in your property, get in touch with Peter Cox Birmingham branch and a local surveyor covering Birmingham and the West Midlands.

Whether you are buying or selling a property, or are concerned you may have identified damp, wood rot, woodworm or any other preservation problem in your home, arranging a property survey with Peter Cox means that we will get to the bottom of the issue and create a bespoke treatment plan for you.

Should you choose to go ahead we have a team of technicians on standby ready to get started restoring your home. Give our Birmingham branch a call today or click the button below to book a survey online.