Replacement windows without lintels

Question

We are purchasing a 1960's property which is fitted with timber-framed aluminium double glazing panels - most of which are blown and need replacing. Our surveyor has advised that there are no lintels above the current windows - with the concrete headers supported directly by the current window frames.

Do we need to add new lintels to all of the window openings if we replace them with UPVC windows and what would the approximate cost of adding the lintels be?

Steven · Accepted Answer

This was standard practice years back and is perfectly safe I have replac d many windows like this

Gary · Answer

You'd be better off installing lintels yes there'll be quite a lot of weight being supported by your new frames which may cause damage

Neil · Answer

Hi Neil at MSD Windows, have fitted many of these replaced with UPVC or aluminum. haven’t had to put any lintels in yet as long as safety props are used in case

Chris · Answer

We never have issues when we replace these types of windows although our technical survey will confirm that

Adam · Answer

Subject to survey.  But if you been advised by a surveyor then nothing to worry about.

Replacement windows without lintels

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