Structural Repairs Leeds

Not usually. Most cracks in Leeds homes come from seasonal ground movement, a failed lintel, thermal expansion or a leaking drain washing out the ground beneath a foundation — genuine subsidence is one possible cause among several. We assess before assuming, because the fix is completely different depending on the cause.

Where the repair needs engineering calculations or sign-off — genuine subsidence, a significant structural crack, removing a load-bearing wall — yes, we bring one in and manage their input as part of the job. You get one accountable contractor rather than having to find and coordinate a specialist yourself.

Hairline cracks in plaster are common and rarely structural. Cracks wider than about 3mm, ones that run through brickwork rather than just plaster, or ones that are actively growing are worth having assessed properly. Send us photos and we'll give you an honest read.

We address the cause. Filling a crack without dealing with why it appeared just means it reopens, often within a year. We diagnose first, then repair — including bringing in an engineer if the cause needs one confirmed.

It depends entirely on the cause. A failed lintel can be a few days' work; underpinning-level subsidence work is a much longer project involving an engineer's design. We give you a realistic timeframe once we know what we're actually dealing with.

Sometimes — subsidence and certain structural damage can be a buildings insurance claim. We're happy to provide reports and photos to support a claim, though the claim itself is between you and your insurer.