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Builder has fitted a concrete lintel (but quoted steel)

Anonymous user 28/02/2024 - 2.56 PM

My builder has installed a concrete lintel (due to kitchen rebuild), on a supporting wall (kitchen). I said I would get council approval, but he said he would, I happily agreed. He quoted for steel (but no specific price), but has installed concrete. Should I be worried, not least that he's charging me for steel but supplying concrete. Thanks, Diane

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Anonymous user

Hi Diane I wold personally get in touch with the council. But before you do you will need some details. -width opening -length of concrete lintel -depth of concrete lintel They mite ask for the manufacturer specifications for strength, ie what load it can withstand. Concrete lintels are safe if installed correctly but with it being a load baring wall you should, as the customer make sure you get building regulations, I hope this helps you and hope you resolve this matter John Solid building services
Answered21 February 2013
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Hi concrete lintels are a lot cheaper then steel As John said I would contact the council Hope this helps
Answered26 February 2015
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