People usually start thinking about a new window opening when they’re changing the layout of a room or trying to bring in more natural light. Sometimes it’s part of a larger renovation, while other projects are much smaller and only involve altering an existing opening.
From the outside, it can look like a simple job. In reality, removing brickwork changes the way the wall carries weight above the opening. That’s why it’s important to understand what is supporting the structure before any alterations take place.
We’ve come across houses where previous changes had been carried out years earlier and others where the original opening simply wasn’t suitable for the way the property was being used. No two projects are exactly alike, which is why the work often starts with questions rather than answers.
Once the existing wall has been assessed, it becomes much easier to decide what can be achieved and what support may be needed. The goal is to create the opening required while making sure the surrounding structure continues to perform as intended.
