Drilling will also cause vibration which can affect hanging items and ornaments inside houses, and sensitive intruder alarm systems both inside and outside houses. These should be removed or in the case of alarms, deactivated, before work is started. We are unable to take responsibility for alarm call out charges where a system goes into “tamper” mode as a result of vibration. Occasionally drilling vibration may also cause minor damage to internal block or brickwork and also plasterwork, particularly if they are in old or poor condition. We will not be responsible for repairs or redecoration in such a case. However, we would be able to help rectify problems with the agreement of the client.
It will not be possible to install new ties or isolate existing original ties in areas that are inaccessible. This includes areas covered by or close to guttering, down piping, satellite dishes, external lights, alarm boxes, gas systems or electricity wire runs and other wall fixed items. This will rarely affect the isolation of more than several original ties in anyone property and therefore should not be regarded as a significant problem.
Wall tie work is undertaken from the outside of the property. The work is weather dependent as we can not use electrical equipment (e.g. drills) outside in wet weather. This may mean delays and the need to reschedule the completion of the work. We will try to minimize these delays.