As a father and son team we’ve worked on many different types of jobs, from the set of the world famous Coronation Street to Mrs Ashworth’s patio. Whichever job we’re working on we take a great sense of pride and apply the same high standards. We would say that we’ve built both a solid reputation for reliability and great work and also many long lasting friendships too.
So. If you have cracked brickwork or need a new door or window opening. Call the EXPERTS today.
Leave your details and we will contact you promptly. We’ll arrange to visit at a time that’s convenient and talk you through; the job, the time it will take, the cost and completion date. All in plain English.
We’ve used MV for three
major extensions. They’ve
always been easy to discuss
the job with and really good
at keeping us informed start
to finish. Totally reliable and
absolute value for money – A
pleasure to deal with.
Many thanks Lorraine & Joe –
Moston
Thanks for the great job on
my bungalow. The work you
did was fast, clean and tidy. I
would happily recommend
you without hesitation.
Paul Wimpenny – Trafford
Mr Skinner (MV) has done two
large jobs for me at the
Bluebelle, Royton. A large
parking area and an extension
to the patio area at the front
of the building. Both projects
were completed promptly
and professionally, on time
and on budget.
Mark Appleton – Royton
If you would like to speak with
any of our customers then
please get in touch and we’re
sure they would be more than
happy to provide a reference.
These are just a few of the many respected companies we’ve worked for:
One of the most common problems with lintels is that they have what’s called an angle iron over the opening, which in time can rust away and cause the brickwork to crack above the opening.
In some old houses (typically 1920’s – 1940’s construction) the bricks were built straight on top of the frame and after time the timber can begin to weaken and bow which causes the brickwork to crack. This can also happen if newer UPVC frames have been retro fitted, as they’re not structurally strong enough to support brickwork.
It’s important to fix defective external lintels as soon as possible to avoid moisture traveling through which may cause damp problems inside the property.
To the owner, cracked brickwork can look to be a serious structural problem but in reality if done correctly it can be fixed quite simply. By supporting the aperture correctly and cutting out the damaged brickwork above the lintel we can install a new galvanised lintel and damp proof course (DPC) if required. We then brick up the courses that were taken out being careful to match any new brick and mortar to the existing surrounding brickwork – leaving it to weather in over time
Lintels come in all shapes and sizes depending on the span of the opening and its load bearing requirements. If you want to make a doorway bigger or move its position you would prop or pin the wall above before attempting to break out the brickwork.
If the wall is holding floor joists or continues through to support brickwork above then the lintel needs to be specified to support the load. In some cases if the opening were very wide we would install a R.S.J (rolled steal joist) for extra strength. Again, if done correctly can be done quite simply without too much disruption or delay.
We’re based in the Oldham area of Greater Manchester and operate within a 50 mile radius. We have worked all over the North west, Lancashire, Cheshire and bordering Yorkshire areas. We’re happy to discuss any job and if it’s practical – we’ll be there.
Just a small selection of the many types of work we do including: Brickwork for Extensions, Garden Walls, Brickwork Repair, Flagging, Disability Ramps and much more…
You’ll find us easy to talk to and we’re always happy to explain what the job requires and offer straight forward advice you can trust.
We’ll be able to tell you the cost straight away. We always say get three quotes and whilst we don’t expect to be the lowest price every time, what we do promise is excellent value for money and the job done right.
Most lintel replacements will take less than a day start to finish.
We normally work on a two to four week lead time. And always aim to finish on time but sometimes the weather is a factor.
For a FREE no obligation quotation.
Just call, email or WhatsApp us.
Leave your details and we will contact you promptly. We’ll arrange to visit at a time that’s convenient and talk you through; the job, the time it will take, the cost and completion date. All in plain English.
For a FREE no obligation quote
and straight forward advice call MV today.
The EXPERTS in lintel replacement