Ask the Engineer: The Key to Healthy Walls

Published on Feb 21, 2018 by Ask the Engineer, Bricks, Exterior Walls, Facades, Leaks, Mainin Ask the Engineer, Bricks, Exterior Walls, Facades, Leaks, Main

Common symptoms and causes of exterior wall distress include (clockwise, starting upper left corner): efflorescence, spalls, cracks, and mortar deterioration.

A building’s exterior walls protect the interior spaces from a constant barrage of the elements. Over time, however, exposure to wind, rain, snow, and sun; lack of maintenance; improper repairs; and/or poor design and construction can lead to leaks, cracks,...

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