Spalling write up

Specific Inspection Topics Exterior Inspections
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Can anyone give me a good write up for foundation brick that is spalling. What is the recommendation one gives for such an issue. I know what it is and I can explain it to the client, but don’t know exactly how to phrase the observation and recommendation in my report. Thanks so much

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What area are you in? How bad is the spalling? Your narrative can change based on the answers to those questions

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Have brick just above grade that is flaking off. Location of home is Des Moines Iowa
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Here are pictures of what I am talking about…I hope this works.

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Here is a link to an image of the problem I am looking at

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Here is a picture of what I am talking about

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Here is a picture of what I am talking about

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Here is what I say: “Spalling is present on the bricks. Spalling is the exfoliation or sloughing away of the outer surface of brick due to water absorption and exposure to freeze-thaw cycles. I would recommend a second opinion by a qualified brick mason who could repair or replace the damaged area.”