Bricklaying & Repointing

Do I need external lintels above all 3 windows of my 1966 bungalow?

Anonymous user 09/03/2024 - 2.42 PM

I have a 1966 built bungalow which I knew needed external lintels when windows replaced. I believe originally had wooden load bearing window frames many years ago replaced with uPVC which are not load bearing. Above bedrooms there is an expanse of bricks as it reaches up to form apex of roof. There is clear evidence of bowing in window frames with slight drop of bricks and cracking to mortar. Above the sitting room there is just a row of header bricks then the roof. My question is does the sitting room window need external lintel too? I've had mixed reports from local window people from no lintels needed for any window to all need lintels to only the bedrooms needing lintels due to expanse of bricks above. Others say even the sitting room window needs lintel because it's a pitched roof regardless of there only being a row of header bricks. I'm now so confused! I know the bungalow has internal concrete lintels. Any help with external lintels much appreciated.