Windows, corners and access · Pith
Brickwork near downspouts and wet areas
Water exposure is useful context for a masonry assessment, but a wet-looking area does not establish a single cause. Record what happens rather than guessing.
Observe during normal conditions
Note when wetness appears and how long it remains compared with nearby areas. Include the downspout, ground and wall in photographs from safe access. Record any recent drainage work and where water appears to travel.
Define the next step
Discuss related investigation separately from the masonry repair. Replacing bricks alone should not be presented as a confirmed solution to an unassessed water issue.
Take it to your project conversation
Your repair checklist
Use these points to prepare your brief. Tick them as you go; the checklist is for this page visit.