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Urgency

Urgency check

A short set of questions to get a rough read on how urgently the wall may need attention. The result indicates timing only and is not a diagnosis: a survey is the only way to confirm how far the outer leaf has moved and how soon work is needed.

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How urgent is it?

Has the bulge grown, or have new cracks appeared in the brickwork in recent weeks?
How far does the wall bow out at its worst point?
Are windows or doors nearby starting to stick, or does the wall lean beneath the roof edge or a beam end?
Does the wall stand over a path, a boundary or a room that people use every day?

Request an assessment to have a specialist confirm the findings on site. This tool gives a first indication only and cannot replace a physical inspection of the property.

What each level means

  1. No rush Nothing in these answers points to the wall moving at speed. Take dated photographs of the worst area and arrange a survey at a convenient time so you have a baseline to refer back to.
  2. Worth booking soon There is enough going on to make a survey worthwhile before long. Getting new ties fitted while the outer leaf is still close to its original position tends to keep the repair straightforward.
  3. Get it assessed promptly A growing bulge or a wall leaning over a regularly used area makes this time-sensitive. Arrange a survey soon and keep people away from the affected section of wall in the meantime.