Gallows Brackets Support

Are you in the process of buying or selling a house only to find that the surveyor has picked up on the fact that chimney breasts have been removed and adequate support has not been provided? Not to worry, this is a common problem and we can help!

An unsupported chimney can cause stress and delay to anyone involved in the buying or selling process. If you are thinking of selling your house and have discovered that your chimney does not have adequate support or if you are thinking of buying a new home and are concerned about an unsafe chimney, then give us a call on 0207 195 2750 and we can provide help, advice and a free no obligation quote!

• Party Wall Agreement must first be produced by the respective owners and will usually consist of three parts:
  • A set of guidelines describing how the proposed works should progress.
  • A schedule of condition of the adjoining property, often supported by a set of photographs.
  • Drawing(s) showing the details of the proposed works.
• Have chimney breasts been removed from the adjoining property sharing the party wall? If they have been removed and gallows brackets chimney support have been used, then the use of gallows brackets will not be acceptable.
• The thickness of the party wall between the chimney breasts should be at least 215mm thick in order to be strong enough to support the gallows brackets and remaining chimney breast and chimney stack.
• The brickwork in the party wall must be in good a condition to be able to support the gallows brackets and weight of the remaining chimney breast and chimney stack.
• There should be more brickwork below the roof level than above the roof level, so that the chimney does not become unstable and overturn.
• The weight of the brickwork to be supported should not be to great however otherwise gallows brackets chimney support will not be suitable.
• The brickwork of the chimney should be bonded to the party wall otherwise the chimney will need to be temporarily supported until the new supports are in place. It is critical that all Health and Safety planning is in place before any work is done.

Hylton Chimneys can install gallows brackets chimney support at minimum cost to you. Call us for more details on 020 7195 2750 and speak to one of our advisors