KNOCKING DOWN INTERNAL WALLS

Removing internal walls often forms part of the work in an extension project to create a larger, light-filled space, but how easy is it? Our expert has the answers

IAN ROCK Is a chartered surveyor and author of eight popular Haynes Home Manuals. Knocking down internal walls often goes hand in hand with an extension project, helping to open up the existing layout to create a more spacious, open-plan area. But for those lacking experience with this sort of project, it can seem a scary prospect. First things first, it’s not quite as easy as just taking a hammer to a wall — there’s a lot to consider if you want your house to remain standing. If knocking down an internal wall is crucial to your plans for extending or renovating a house, it might be time to get a structural engineer in to understand your options before you start removing what could be a structural load-bearing wall. Here’s…

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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, September 2024

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