When should wall tie replacement be done by a specialist and can it be done by a professional builder or a competent DIY handyman?
All our wall tie installation systems are simple to install and can be installed by a competent DIY enthusiast or a builder or a specialist contractor. One note of caution – if a wall exhibits prominent cracks running horizontally at a spacing of 4-8 course intervals, the chances are that the existing ties are, or have been, corroding and the build-up of iron oxide layers has resulted in an increase in the mass of the tie. Seek the advice of a Qualified Engineer to establish whether the corroding wall ties are likely to cause further distress to the wall and to ascertain whether additional works are needed to address or monitor the rusting tie irons.
