Replacement Crittall

[Stuart981]

Hello
I have a 1960's bungalow with steel Crittall windows which I am thinking about replacing with modern plastic double glazed units. My concern about this is that windows on the gable end walls have a soldier course of bricks over the window but no lintel. It appears that the windows are acting as a structural element to support the brickwork above them. I have had estimates from window installers but they seem to think this is not a problem.

So my question is - are they correct. Can the windows be replaced without putting in some sort of support for the gable wall above them?

 

[footprints]

It needs supporting if no lintel.
DG firms just don't want the hassle!
Are you using national companies or local established fitters? A local recommended company with a reputation to maintain should give you advice.
I briefly worked for a national company and my experience was that many are on a par with used car salesmen and estate agents!

 

[Stuart981]

Thanks for the reply. I suspected that was the case so thanks for the confirmation.

 

[Stuart981]

Will get it checked out. Thanks for the good advice.

 

[crank39]

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