Are Mechanical Remedial Wall Ties The Right Solution For Your Home?

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Are Mechanical Remedial Wall Ties The Right
Solution For Your Home?
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• Tying together the inner and outer leaves of a
  cavity wall, cavity brick ties are inserted into
  a cavity wall at the time of construction, with
  their ends firmly embedded in the mortar at
  evenly spaced out intervals. Designed to stretch
  across the cavity and tie the stable interior
  leaf to the exterior leaf, the purpose of wall
  ties is to give stability to a structure, prevent
  water being transferred in from the outside, and
  be able to cope with small movements resulting
  from temperature fluctuations.

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• Essential parts of the construction process, wall
  ties help to protect a structures walls from
  lasting damage and costly repairs.
• But, what are mechanical remedial wall ties, and
  are they the right solution for you if your home
  is showing signs of needing a wall tie
  replacement?
• What are mechanical remedial wall ties?
• Used to help secure masonry structures,
  mechanical remedial wall ties form a system
  thats installed with a drill, mechanically,
  instead of manually. This makes them quick to
  install. In much the same way as other types of
  wall tie are used, their function is to secure
  both the internal and external cavity wall
  leaves, and strengthen a structures integrity.

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• In an existing cavity wall, mechanical remedial
  wall ties are also often used to replace those
  that are already there, and which may have
  corroded or no longer function as they should.
  They may also be used to replace wall ties that
  werent installed correctly in the first
  instance.
• What can happen if wall ties no longer function?
• Its entirely possible that a cavity wall may bow
  or even collapse, if the wall ties used are
  damaged in some way, or havent been installed
  correctly, presenting all manner of problems for
  the structural integrity of a building.

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• With the use of mechanical remedial wall ties,
  the cavity is better supported thanks to a
  stronger connection between the inner and outer
  walls. Additionally, because of the way the wall
  ties have been shaped and designed, they are able
  to effectively absorb any movement that may occur
  in the cavity, such as that which might be caused
  by heavy winds or other such pressures
  externally, and help secure the structure.

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• How are mechanical remedial wall ties fitted?
• Its imperative that wall ties are fitted
  properly, and that theyre the appropriate size
  and type for the structure at hand. Its also
  important that theyre embedded correctly, to the
  right depth, and fitted securely so that they can
  perform their function properly. Ultimately, wall
  ties for brick are designed to support a cavity
  wall and provide a building with stability and
  protection.

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• Recapping the benefits of mechanical remedial
  wall ties
• The installation process is quick and simple
• They can be used in conjunction with any masonry
  material
• They are both cost effective and durable
• They help to improve a cavity walls strength
• Theyre able to be discreetly installed,
  minimizing both damage and inconvenience
• They are ideal for use in home and smaller
  commercial structures

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• Knowing which type of wall tie replacement is the
  best solution for your home or business, is best
  left to the professionals, and following on from
  a wall ties report, your wall tie specialist will
  advise you of the best course of action to help
  secure the building and protect the cavity walls
  for many years to come.

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• NorthWest Wall Ties is a small family-run wall
  tie company based out of the heart of the
  Northwest. We specialize in offering cavity wall
  tie repair and high-quality workmanship that is
  designed to last. We have been in business for
  over 20 years, and our experienced team of
  professionals has provided countless customers
  with reliable and affordable wall tie solutions.
  If you are looking for a cavity wall tie
  specialist, contact Northwest Wall Ties at 01942
  933821 or emailnorthwestwallties_at_yahoo.com.