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Brick Cleaning Defects: Mortar Smears, Debris and Paint Marks on New Brickwork
Brick Cleaning Defects: Mortar Smears, Debris and Paint Marks on New Brickwork

Brick Cleaning Defects: Mortar Smears, Debris and Paint Marks on New Brickwork

Brickwork is one of the most visible external finishes on a new home, so it is natural for homeowners to pay close attention to how it looks once construction is progressing toward completion. During the building process, however, the appearance of brickwork can change several times as different trades move through the site, scaffolding is removed, and external works are finalised. Brickwork is typically reviewed around lock-up stage before interior work begins, which forms p

ClearScope Building InspectionsFeb 196 min read