Masonry Joint Inspection Checklist

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General Information

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Details about the project and the inspection itself.

Project Name

Project Address

Inspection Date

Inspection Time

Inspector Name

Company Name (Inspector)

Temperature (°C/°F)

Weather Conditions

Visual Inspection of Joints

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Assessment of the appearance and condition of the masonry joints.

Joint Color Uniformity?

Joint Alignment?

Presence of Cracking?

Description of Joint Condition (if not uniform or showing cracks)

Evidence of Efflorescence?

Joint Shape?

Describe any other unusual visual characteristics

Upload Visual Inspection Photos (if applicable)

Joint Type and Material Verification

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Confirmation of the specified joint type and material used.

Specified Joint Type

If 'Other' Specified Above, Please Detail Joint Type

Specified Joint Mortar Type

If 'Other' Specified Above, Please Detail Mortar Type

Mortar Mix Ratio (Cement:Lime:Sand)

Mortar Specification Sheet (Optional)

Confirm joint type and material matches specifications?

If 'No' Selected Above, Provide Details

Evidence of Joint Deterioration

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Identification and documentation of any signs of joint failure or damage.

Type of Deterioration Observed (Check all that apply)

Maximum Crack Width (mm)

Description of Deterioration (Location, extent, pattern)

Number of Affected Joints (within inspected area)

Severity of Deterioration (Overall)

Photos of Deteriorated Joints

GPS Location of Deterioration (if applicable)

Water Penetration Assessment

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Evaluation of the joint's resistance to water penetration.

Was a water test (e.g., hose test, spray rack) performed?

If yes to water test, what was the water pressure (PSI)?

Duration of water test (minutes)

Describe the method used for the water penetration assessment.

Evidence of active water penetration observed?

If yes to water penetration, describe the location and nature of the penetration (e.g., staining, efflorescence, dripping).

Upload photos/videos documenting water penetration (if applicable).

Joint sealant condition related to water resistance?

Structural Integrity Considerations

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Assessment of how joint condition may affect the overall structural stability.

Does joint deterioration appear to compromise structural stability?

Describe any observations relating to masonry movement or displacement.

Estimated crack width (in mm) observed near joints (if any).

Is there evidence of bowing or leaning of masonry units?

Describe any connection issues between masonry and supporting structure.

Is there evidence of differential settlement affecting joint performance?

Upload supporting photos of structural concerns (if any).

Documentation and Recommendations

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Recording of findings and suggested corrective actions.

Summary of Findings

Detailed Recommendations for Repair/Maintenance

Estimated Cost of Recommended Repairs (USD)

Date of Next Recommended Inspection

Severity of Joint Condition (Overall)

Supporting Photographs (Joints, Damage, etc.)

Inspector Name

Inspector Signature

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