Cracks In Masonry Walls
- Author
- Mindy Maronic
- Published
- Tue 03 Aug 2021
- Episode Link
- https://technically-speaking-a-building-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/cracks-in-masonry-walls-Qe5tcWEi
Discussion Points:
[1:35] Bobby describes some root causes for cracks in masonry walls.
[3:12] Control joints and/or wall ties are necessary for masonry walls due to the possible expansion and corrosion of brick material.
[5:20] Drainage problems and water damage to brick will cause bulges and cracks in walls.
[7:55] Causes for cracks in masonry walls can differ by geographical area.
[9:16] Possible outcomes if cracks in brick masonry walls are not properly fixed.
[14:16] Evaluating cracks in masonry walls requires a visual inspection, sampling of the wall, or other non-intrusive testing.
[17:10] A General Rule of Thumb for simple or complicated repairs in masonry wall cracks.
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