{"id":1891,"date":"2020-08-12T16:03:59","date_gmt":"2020-08-12T20:03:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/genispec.com\/?p=1891"},"modified":"2020-10-13T08:34:37","modified_gmt":"2020-10-13T12:34:37","slug":"what-is-a-masonry-inspection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/genispec.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-a-masonry-inspection\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a masonry inspection?"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.95″ background_layout=”light”]\n

What is a masonry inspection?<\/span><\/h1>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.0.95″ src=”https:\/\/genispec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Inspection-of-masonry-and-building-with-Genispec-in-Montreal-scaled.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” force_fullwidth=”off” show_bottom_space=”on” \/][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.95″ background_layout=”light”]\n

Masonry<\/i><\/b> is the art of building a construction by assembling materials, whether or not bound by mortar. In Montreal, stone and brick are often used as building materials. However, although these materials are very durable, they are not immune to weathering and a masonry inspection may become necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why are masonry inspections important?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Masonry inspections <\/b>consist of an analysis of the integrity and security of a structure according to the standards established by the <\/span>R\u00e9gie du b\u00e2timent du Qu\u00e9bec<\/span><\/a>. In order to meet these standards, it is important to call upon professionals such as masonry contractors, architects and building engineers (service available at <\/span>Genispec<\/span><\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n

During the masonry inspection, these experts examine your facade or building to gain a better understanding of the condition of the coating, the materials and mortar joints, and to identify the presence of defects and nonconformities. Well-maintained masonry helps to maintain the architectural character of a building as well as a higher market value. Regular maintenance work is therefore essential to ensure the conservation of a building. An explanatory <\/span>guide on the maintenance requirements of facades<\/span><\/a> can be requested.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, if <\/span>you decide to buy a property<\/b>, it is in your best interest to hire a building engineering expert to inspect the masonry and identify signs of degradation, so you can confidently move forward with your purchase.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the signs that a masonry inspection is necessary?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In order to know if a masonry inspection is necessary, there are many signs that can alert you to the state of degradation of your walls or building. The most common are:<\/span><\/p>\n