Understand what you can see · Pith
Damage near the base of a brick wall
Lower wall damage is easier to understand when the ground and surrounding features are visible. A close-up of a single brick can omit the context needed for assessment.
Include the ground relationship
Photograph the affected area with the adjacent paving, planting, downspout and lower wall details. Note whether water collects there and when. Keep existing openings and details undisturbed while gathering information.
Define the next step
Ask whether the repair scope includes any related exposure or drainage investigation. Replacing damaged units and understanding why they deteriorated are separate questions.
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.