Southport

Background

JMC were contacted by a concerned landlord regarding structural movement at one of their properties located in the seaside town of Southport.

JMC undertook a site visit and reported back to the client with their initial findings. The subject property was a mixed-use building, and a high level prominent Dutch gable was structurally unstable and was leaning towards the property. Upon further investigation the property was estimated to have been built in the early 20th century and was constructed of early, cavity wall construction.

Based on our site visit and the age & nature of the property, it was considered that the defects were due to a wide range of causes. However, principally, the movement was due to cavity wall tie failure, lack of general maintenance and age. As the movement was recorded to be significant, JMC recommended to the client that urgent works were to be carried out to repair the gable using modern building methods and materials.

JMC prepared a specification with the assistance of a specialist heritage engineer and works were tendered to specialist stonework contractors. The client selected a contractor and repairs were undertaken, including; additional roof restraint straps, Ancon mechanical coping fixings, additional stainless-steel wall ties and the installation of a Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) beneath the copings. Other works included specialist stonework repairs.

JMC often prepare Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules which will assist clients in understanding what maintenance works are required to their portfolio and will highlight issues before urgent & expensive repairs are required.

ClientBlair GroupYear2019LocationEast BankServicesBuild