We specialize in garage door lintel and steel header repair services in Hawaii to restore the structural integrity of your home's masonry. We provide engineered solutions that stabilize sagging beams and stop stair-step brick cracking, ensuring your garage opening remains safe and watertight for years to come.
What Is a Garage Lintel and Why Is It Necessary?
A garage lintel is a horizontal steel beam that supports the heavy masonry load above your garage door opening. It transfers the weight of the brick or stone to the surrounding vertical walls to prevent the structural collapse of the garage header.
Why Is the Brick Above My Garage Door Cracking?
Cracks in the brickwork above a garage door are typically caused by 'rust-jacking,' where moisture causes the steel lintel to oxidize and expand. This expansion exerts upward pressure on the mortar joints, creating visible stair-step cracks and separating the masonry from the home's frame.
Is a Sagging Garage Lintel a Structural Safety Risk?
A sagging garage lintel represents a significant structural safety risk because it indicates the steel beam can no longer support the overhead masonry. Left unaddressed, a failing lintel can lead to falling bricks, jammed garage doors, and potential collapse of the exterior veneer.
Garage Lintel Repair vs. Full Lintel Replacement
Garage lintel repair typically involves stabilizing the existing beam, whereas full replacement requires shoring up the masonry and installing a new galvanized steel lintel. Replacement is generally the only permanent solution when the original steel has suffered deep corrosion or 'deflection' beyond repair.
How Does a Lintel Lift System Fix a Sagging Header?
A Lintel Lift system uses a patented mechanical bracket to pull a sagging steel beam back into its original horizontal position without removing the brickwork. This method restores the structural integrity of the garage header by applying upward tension to counteract the weight of the overhead masonry.
What Are the Signs of Garage Lintel Failure?
Signs of garage lintel failure include a visible downward dip in the center of the garage door opening and expanding cracks in the surrounding brickwork. You may also notice flaking rust on the exposed steel or a garage door that rubs against the header during operation.
How Much Does Garage Lintel Repair Cost in Hawaii?
Garage lintel repair costs in Hawaii typically range between $477 and $1581, depending on whether the lintel can be repaired or needs full replacement, how much masonry must be rebuilt, and access above the opening. Pricing can also vary based on corrosion severity, the length of the opening, and whether the work requires temporary support during repairs.
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