Lintels Installation in Melbourne

Lintels span openings in brick walls — doors, windows, and passageways — and carry the load of the brickwork above. When lintels corrode, crack, or fail, the brickwork above begins to move. Cardwell Bricklaying installs and replaces lintels in brick walls across Melbourne.

New Opening Lintels

When you're creating a new window or door opening in an existing brick wall, or widening an existing opening, a correctly sized and installed lintel is essential. We calculate the correct size, install the required temporary propping, cut the opening, install the lintel, and relay the brickwork above to a clean finish.

Corroded Lintel Replacement

Many Melbourne homes built between the 1950s and 1980s have steel lintels that are now corroding. As steel rusts, it expands — cracking and pushing out the brickwork above openings. Visible step cracks rising from the corners of windows and doors are a common sign. We replace corroded lintels with galvanised or stainless steel alternatives and repair the surrounding brickwork.

Heritage Considerations

Older Melbourne buildings often have stone, brick soldier course, or original steel lintels that need to be carefully assessed before any intervention. We work with engineers where structural advice is required.

Call Heath on 0409 942 252 or get a free inspection quote.