Widening a door opening in Tallinn
A wider doorway makes room for a larger door, a sliding door or simply more light and space. We widen openings in non-load-bearing walls, cut cleanly to the agreed size and take the debris away.
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Our work: real photosWhat's included
- Checking the wall type and marking the new opening
- Protecting floors and nearby surfaces
- Removing the old door frame if needed
- Cutting or breaking out the wall to size
- Diamond cutting in concrete walls
- Bagging and removing the debris
Only non-load-bearing walls
We widen openings only in non-load-bearing walls. Changing an opening in a load-bearing wall affects the structure of the whole building and needs an engineer's design and the relevant permits. We do not carry out that kind of work.
In Tallinn apartment blocks it is not always obvious which walls carry the load. In Soviet era panel buildings many internal walls are part of the structure, while in brick houses and newer buildings it depends on the layout. If you are not sure, check the building plans or ask the housing association before ordering. We also look at the wall on site and will not start if there is any doubt.
Different walls, different methods
Plasterboard walls are the simplest: we cut the board, adjust the metal or timber studs and frame the new opening so a door frame can be fitted.
Brick and block walls are cut or broken out carefully to the marked line. Above the new opening a support may be needed so the wall above does not crack, and we agree this before work starts.
Concrete walls are cut with diamond cutting equipment. It gives straight, clean edges and much less vibration than breaking, which matters in apartment buildings. Cutting with water keeps dust down.
Housing association and neighbours
In an apartment building, talk to the housing association before any work on walls, even non-load-bearing ones. Many associations want to know in advance and some have their own approval process.
Cutting and breaking walls is noisy, so we work at the times allowed in your building. Let your neighbours know the date, and tell us if the lift has to be booked or protected.
What is not included
We make the opening and take the debris away. We do not install doors and we do not plaster or finish the reveal. The edges are left ready for your carpenter, plasterer or door installer.
If you are planning a larger renovation, door openings can be combined with other demolition work in the same visit, for example as part of an apartment strip-out.
Prices
- Widening a doorway in a non-load-bearing wallfrom 250 €/pc
- In a plasterboard wallfrom 200 €/pc
- In a brick or block wallfrom 300 €/pc
- In a concrete wall with diamond cuttingfrom 400 €/pc
- Debris removalfrom 30 €/m³
Prices are indicative and exclude VAT. We confirm the exact price before work starts.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know whether my wall is load-bearing?+
Check the building plans or ask the housing association or building manager. We also check on site, but we do not take responsibility for structural decisions. If the wall is load-bearing, an engineer's design is required.
Do I need a permit?+
For a non-load-bearing wall a permit is usually not needed, but your housing association may want to be informed or give approval. Work on load-bearing walls always needs a design and permits.
Will you also fit the new door?+
No. We prepare the opening and take the debris away. The door is fitted by a carpenter or door installer.
How much dust will there be?+
Some dust is unavoidable. We cover floors and furniture nearby and seal off the doorway with film where possible. In concrete, diamond cutting with water reduces dust considerably.
How long does it take?+
A single opening in a plasterboard wall is often done in a few hours. Brick and concrete walls take longer, and we give you an estimate in the quote.