Corroded Wall Ties: The Hidden Cause of Cracking Brick | Denton Avenue

Ever noticed horizontal cracks creeping through brickwork? In this video we're on site at Denton Avenue showing you exactly what's behind it — failed wall ties. Over time the old metal ties corrode and expand, and that expansion forces the bricks apart, causing the cracking you see from the ground. Here we walk you through the problem up close on the scaffold, then explain the fix: installing new ties through the brick into the inner wall to pull everything back together, then isolating the old corroded ties — drilling around them, covering them, and pointing over so they're protected from the elements and freeze-thaw damage. This is remedial wall tie replacement done properly, on a period brick property in the Ilkley area. At Ilkley Brickwork we specialise in wall tie replacement, brickwork repairs, repointing and restoration across Ilkley and the surrounding Yorkshire area. Worried about cracks in your brickwork? Get in touch for a survey and quote. 👉 www.ilkleybrickwork.com / 01943 512400 #walltie #brickwork #brickrepair #ilkley #yorkshire #masonry #buildingrepair #repointing #construction