Good masonry moisture testing requires an understanding of how the leaking wall was constructed. Is there a secondary masonry layer? Is there a house wrap? Vapor barrier? Are there flashings at key areas and how well were they installed? Are control joints and caulk joints intact and working?
Our on-site investigation includes…
- Review available architectural drawings
- Inspection of building facade and roof
- Inspect and survey interior leak locations
- Use infrared camera and moisture meter to discover leak locations
- Invasive testing with endoscopic video camera
- Destructive testing
- Spray rack for masonry moisture testing
- Prescribe remedial measures
- Follow-up testing to validate effectiveness of remedial measures
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Testing Leaking Brick Walls
Leaks Through Split Face Block