Care, observation and records · Pith
Questions before cleaning old brick
Cleaning can change the appearance and condition of masonry. The right method depends on the material, the staining and the wall’s condition.
Identify the purpose of cleaning
Explain whether the concern is dirt, paint, deposits or a repair mismatch. Ask for a proposed method, its limits and whether a test area is appropriate. Check any property-specific conservation requirements before work starts.
Define the next step
Avoid choosing the most aggressive method simply because it is fast. Have the material and treatment assessed before applying products or pressure.
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.