Newcastle upon Tyne · Tyne and Wear
Lintel replacement in Newcastle upon Tyne
Lintels over existing windows and doors in Newcastle upon Tyne homes are replaced one opening at a time, with the wall fully supported. Inside, rooms stay usable, with dust sheeting and making good included where you need it.
Guide price from£690per opening inc VAT
- Postcodes
- NE1, NE2, NE99
- Population
- about 300,000
- Area
- Tyne and Wear
- Pricing region
- North East
What should you know about the ground under Newcastle upon Tyne?
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear: about 300,000 residents across postcode districts NE1, NE2, NE99. Neighbouring towns we cover: Whickham (3 miles), Wallsend (3 miles) and Blaydon-on-Tyne (4 miles).
Clay soils are found in parts of Tyne and Wear. Historic coal workings are recorded beneath parts of Tyne and Wear, and a coal mining search is worth checking where movement is unexplained. Across Tyne and Wear, most homes are Tyneside flats and terraces, Victorian villas, inter-war council estates and post-war semis.
How we usually approach lintel replacement
Inner and outer lintel replacement
Solid walls and some cavity walls carry separate lintels on the inside and outside faces. Where both have failed, each is replaced in turn, keeping the wall supported throughout. Internal plaster and reveals are then made good and redecorated where included.
Best for: Older solid walls with rotten timber across the inner face
Like-for-like replacement
The failed lintel comes out and one of suitable type and size is bedded on mortar with adequate bearing at each end. Bricks above are relaid to match the original bond and the joints are pointed to blend with the surrounding wall.
Best for: Standard windows and doors with a single failed lintel
What happens during lintel replacement, step by step?
Specify the replacement
We confirm the lintel type, length and bearing needed. For wide openings, bays or walls with unusual loads, an engineer may specify it, and where the repair needs an engineer’s design or sign-off we can arrange one.
Support the wall
Props or needles are set so the brickwork above carries no load on the old lintel. Windows are protected or temporarily removed where the work demands it, and the room inside is sheeted against dust.
Remove supports and make good
Once the mortar has gained strength, props and needles come out and their holes are made good. Pointing, reveals and plaster are finished, and the window is refitted or checked for smooth operation.
What to look for before calling about lintel replacement
- A diagonal crack climbing away from a window head
- Rust stains or flaking steel showing above the frame
- Damp patches on the inside wall just above a window
Lintel replacement prices in Newcastle upon Tyne
Prices in Newcastle upon Tyne are worked out on North East rates. They include VAT and are a starting point: access, the extent of the damage and whether an engineer or building control is involved all move the figure.
| Item | Guide price | Per |
|---|---|---|
| Standard window or door opening | £690 – £2,300 | per opening |
| Wide or bay openingest. | £1,850 – £4,150 | per opening |
| Making good inside and outest. | £140 – £550 | per opening |
Rules for lintel replacement in England
In England, underpinning and other work that alters or strengthens a wall or foundation is building work under the Building Regulations (Part A, structure), so building control approves and inspects it. Like-for-like repairs often are not, and we tell you which applies before a price is agreed. Work to a party wall, or excavation close to a neighbour’s foundations, can also need a notice under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Questions about lintel replacement in Newcastle upon Tyne
How much should I budget for lintel replacement in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Guide prices for lintel replacement in Newcastle upon Tyne start from about £690 per opening, including VAT, on North East rates. Your fixed written price follows photos or a survey and depends on the extent of the work and access.
Can you survey a property in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Yes. We take enquiries from across Newcastle upon Tyne, including NE1, NE2, NE99, and from nearby places such as Whickham and Wallsend. Send photos for a free initial view and we will tell you what happens next.
Why do houses in Tyne and Wear crack?
Tyne and Wear lies on the Durham and Northumberland coalfield, with old shallow workings recorded beneath parts of Newcastle, Gateshead and Sunderland, mostly under a cover of glacial clay. Only an investigation can say why a particular building has moved.
Do I need building regulations approval to replace a lintel?
In England and Wales, replacing a lintel is structural work and building control will usually need to approve it. Rules differ in Scotland and Northern Ireland. We deal with building control where the work needs it, and include the cost in the quote.
Is it safe to live in the house during lintel replacement?
Yes, in almost all cases. The wall is fully supported before anything is removed, and the work is confined to one opening at a time. The affected room is sheeted against dust and kept clear while props are in place.
Related work in Newcastle upon Tyne
- Brick arch repairs
- Structural surveys and crack monitoring
- Resin injection ground stabilisation
- Concrete repairs
- Roof structure repairs
Lintel replacement near Newcastle upon Tyne
Have several failed lintels on one Newcastle upon Tyne property? We will price each opening individually so you can plan the work in stages.