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You may think that the only way one can know whether the grouted
cells, bond beams and other structural components of a CMU (Concrete
Masonry Unit) wall are properly placed is to hammer or drill holes in
the building where the grout is supposed to be and see if it is there.
This test is inadequate because this sample is much too small (often
less than one ten thousandth of a percent). Also, the tiny sample does
not show where blockages (to the proper filling of insulation) and/or
too much grout exists. The only other options are to X-ray the walls or
tear them down, which are both extremely expensive. There is a method
that is accurate, non-destructive and inexpensive. This is the way to
see the grouted cells in the entire wall section.
What you see And what we see infrared testing method can be performed at
any time during the construction process without interruption any other
trades or affecting the progress of the rest of the building.
Stucco/EIFS Inspections
Stucco is a type of exterior plaster applied as a two-or-three part
coating directly onto masonry, or applied over wood or metal lath to a
log or wood frame structure. Stucco is found in many forms on historic
structures. It frequently goes unnoticed, and is often disguised or used
to imitate another material. There have been some problems with stucco
and moisture.
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