Northwest Wall Ties Ltd provides professional wall tie surveys in Wigan, delivering independent wall tie inspections, detailed wall tie reports, and expert advice for homeowners, property buyers, sellers, surveyors, estate agents, and mortgage lenders throughout Wigan and the surrounding areas.

Whether you have noticed cracked brickwork, bulging walls, or signs of possible wall tie failure, your HomeBuyer Survey has recommended further investigation, or you simply require reassurance before purchasing a property, our experienced surveyors can assess the condition of your cavity wall ties.

Using specialist wall tie detection equipment and borescope camera technology, we inspect cavity wall ties for signs of corrosion, deterioration, and movement, providing clear, evidence-based recommendations to help you make informed decisions about your property.

A wall tie survey in Wigan is a specialist inspection carried out to assess the condition of the wall ties within a property’s cavity walls. Wall ties are metal components that connect the outer and inner leaves of masonry, helping maintain the structural stability of the building.

Over time, older wall ties can corrode and expand, causing horizontal cracking, bulging brickwork and, in more advanced cases, structural movement. Many properties throughout Wigan and the surrounding areas built between the 1920s and 1980s still contain original wall ties that may now be deteriorating.

At Northwest Wall Ties Ltd, our wall tie surveys are carried out independently and in accordance with BRE Digest 329 and BRE Digest 401 guidance. Using specialist equipment, including borescopes and metal detection technology, we inspect the wall ties within the cavity and assess their condition using recognised corrosion grading criteria.

Our reports typically include:

• Borescope photographs of inspected wall ties
• External inspection photographs
• Cavity observations where accessible
• Identification of cracking, bulging and other signs of wall tie failure
• Clear explanations of our findings
• Recommendations for remedial works where required

Unlike sales-led inspections, our recommendations are based solely on the condition of the wall ties and the evidence gathered during the survey. Where remedial wall tie replacement is required, we provide clear and transparent recommendations.

If you own a property in Wigan and have noticed horizontal cracking, stepped cracking, bulging walls, or have been advised by a surveyor or mortgage lender to obtain a wall tie inspection, a professional survey can provide the information needed to assess the condition of your cavity wall ties.

A wall tie survey in Wigan may be recommended by a homeowner, buyer, surveyor or mortgage lender where signs of wall tie failure are present. The symptoms can often resemble general settlement or structural movement, making a specialist inspection essential to identify the underlying cause.

Common signs of wall tie failure include horizontal cracking within mortar joints, stepped cracking through brickwork, bulging or bowing external walls, and movement around windows and door openings. As wall ties corrode, they expand within the masonry, creating pressure that can force the surrounding brickwork apart and lead to visible cracking and distortion.

You may require a wall tie survey in Wigan if:

• Horizontal cracking is visible in the mortar joints

• Stepped cracking is present within the brickwork

• External walls appear bowed, bulging or out of alignment

• Cracks are developing around windows and door openings

• A surveyor or mortgage lender has recommended further investigation

• The property was built between the 1920s and 1980s and retains its original wall ties

• You are purchasing an older cavity wall property

• Previous wall tie repairs require independent assessment

Wigan contains thousands of cavity wall properties built during the Victorian, Edwardian and twentieth-century periods. Many homes across Wigan, Standish, Hindley, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Atherton, Tyldesley, Leigh, Golborne, Pemberton and Ince still contain original wall ties that may now be suffering from corrosion.

At Northwest Wall Ties Ltd, our Wigan wall tie surveys include borescope inspections, photographic evidence and detailed reporting in accordance with BRE Digest guidance, providing clear recommendations on the condition of the wall ties and any remedial works that may be required.

Wall tie failure can develop gradually over many years as steel wall ties corrode and deteriorate. Identifying the warning signs early can help prevent further damage and allow any necessary remedial work to be considered.

Common signs that your property may require a wall tie survey in Wigan include:

• Horizontal cracking along mortar joints.
• Stepped cracking around windows, doors, and corners.
• Bulging or bowing external brickwork.
• Movement or separation of the outer brick leaf.
• Cracks extending from window and door openings.
• Loose or displaced brickwork.
• Defects highlighted by a mortgage valuation or building survey.

As wall ties corrode, they can expand and place pressure on surrounding masonry, causing cracking and movement within the external walls. Many properties throughout Wigan, Standish, Hindley, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Atherton, Tyldesley, Leigh, Golborne, Pemberton, and Ince still contain original wall ties that may now be affected by corrosion.

If you have noticed any of these signs, Northwest Wall Ties Ltd provides professional wall tie surveys in Wigan, including borescope inspections, photographic evidence, and detailed wall tie reports completed in line with recognised BRE Digest guidance.

A professional wall tie survey in Wigan involves specialist equipment, technical knowledge, and a detailed assessment of the condition of your property’s cavity wall ties. Unlike a basic visual inspection, our surveys include a proper investigation using specialist detection equipment, borescope camera technology, photographic evidence, and a detailed wall tie report.

At Northwest Wall Ties Ltd, our wall tie surveys are not simply free inspections designed to recommend unnecessary work. Our reports are based on the actual condition of the wall ties, supported by evidence gathered during the inspection and recognised industry guidance.

Our wall tie survey cost is £200.00 / £250.00 + VAT. However, if our inspection identifies that wall tie replacement works are required and you choose to proceed with Northwest Wall Ties Ltd, the full survey fee is deducted from your quotation for the remedial works.

This means that where wall tie replacement is recommended, your initial survey effectively becomes a free wall tie survey, as the cost is credited back against the final quotation.

We believe this provides the best of both worlds: an independent professional inspection that gives you a clear understanding of your wall tie condition, with the reassurance that your survey cost is not lost if remedial works are required.

Our aim is to provide honest, transparent advice to homeowners, buyers, surveyors, and mortgage lenders throughout Wigan and surrounding areas, helping you make informed decisions about your property.

Book your professional wall tie survey in Wigan online in just a few clicks. Choose your area, select your preferred appointment, and securely book your wall tie inspection with Northwest Wall Ties Ltd.

Our experienced surveyors provide independent wall tie inspections, comprehensive wall tie reports, and honest, evidence-based advice for homeowners, buyers, sellers, landlords, surveyors, estate agents, and mortgage lenders throughout Wigan and the surrounding areas.

BEFORE BOOKING – PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW

⏰ Arrival Times
Appointments are 2-hour arrival windows, not survey durations. Survey times can vary depending on the size of the property, access requirements, and the findings during the inspection. For example, a 9:00am–11:00am appointment means your surveyor will arrive at any time within that window.

🏠 Do I Need To Be Home?
Usually not. Our wall tie surveys are generally carried out externally, so we only require access around the outside of the property. If gates can be left open, we will ensure they are securely closed before leaving.

🏡 Buying Or Selling A Property?
We regularly carry out wall tie surveys for homeowners, buyers, sellers, mortgage lenders, and surveyors. Where required, we can arrange access directly through estate agents and keep you updated if any unforeseen delays occur.

📧 After Booking
You’ll receive an instant email and text confirmation including:

• Booking confirmation
• Appointment details
• Payment receipt
• Survey information
• Appointment updates

💷 Survey Fee
Our professional wall tie survey is £250.00 + VAT. If your report recommends wall tie replacement and you choose Northwest Wall Ties Ltd to carry out the work, the full survey fee is deducted from your quotation, effectively making your survey free.

💳 Don’t Want To Pay Online?
Simply use our “Wall Tie Survey Quote (No Online Payment)” form or contact us directly.

Call: 07858 362883
Email: bookings@northwestwallties.co.uk

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Whichever option you choose, you’ll receive the same independent wall tie inspection, detailed wall tie report, and professional, evidence-based advice from Northwest Wall Ties Ltd.