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Hi,
We’ve just had some bifolds fitted into a previous window opening. The width wasn’t altered just the lower bricks removed and a SE advised me that the existing brick arch was sufficient as the load was transferred down the walls so we didn’t need a new lintel (casual convo whilst he was here for another job)…
Door has now been fitted and we’ve since removed some coving which brought down plaster revealing an internal wooden lintel which is rotting on one side. Probably should have done this prior to the door going in but you live and learn, there were no obvious signs of any issues.
The wall is two bricks thick with no cavity. Above it is a window that appears to just be on the outside skin of bricks.
I’ve tried to attach some photos showing it.
I’m just wondering if anyone knows how much support this beam is likely to be providing and how urgent this is to replace?
it is likely to be a big and expensive job?
thanks
Liz