This is what a cavity wall actually is, how you identify one, and whether you can alter one during a renovation, according to the experts

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If your home improvement plans involve making changes to existing walls, you'll need to understand what kind of walls you are dealing with, especially as homes are built with multiple different types. Depending on the age and construction of your home, you may be dealing with a cavity wall. But how can you know for sure?

The exact process of removing or altering a wall varies based on the type of wall you have and whether it is a load-bearing wall or not. And so it's crucial that you correctly identify the type of wall you have so that work can be carried out safely.