I'm thinking of doing my own window replacement rather than pay for a FENSA registered installer and get if signed off by LABC but I'm aware that I may need to provide lintels if they don't already exist. The spans aren't great and I've read that you can use angle iron. How can I tell if a window already has these installed before removing the old window. Presumably they're fitted to the back of the brickwork course. Does anyone have a photo of one in situ? I'm replacing the original single glazed aluminium windows in a 70's bungalow.
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There should be one there already but it may help if you posted an image or the sizes of your window. I doubt if the window was structural but uPVC windows can be made with structural posts.
If you are concerned about the wall above then support it before doing an work.
I would advise against taking out your window before you find out more about how to do it and the structure of your house though.
If you are concerned about the wall above then support it before doing an work.
I would advise against taking out your window before you find out more about how to do it and the structure of your house though.
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