Cavity continuous into neighbouring property?

[loply]

Hi folks,

Quick question-

On older semi detatched properties, would the cavity wall on the front elevation normally have a continuous cavity into the neighboring property? ie where the party wall typically between two living rooms meets the external wall of the front or rear elevation.

Cheers,
Rich

 

[stuart45]

Yes, the party wall should tie into the internal skin.

 

[loply]

Yes, the party wall should tie into the external skin.

So you mean the cavity does not continue between neighboring properties?

I know on new builds it wouldn't, but I'm interested in whether it typically did on older properties... say 40+ years old.

 

[stuart45]

No, the cavity continues. If you want CWI the firm can block it off. My mistake I will edit it, I meant internal skin.