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Home Inspection

Category - Building Science

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What characteristics of mortar joints do you want to see when inspecting the exterior of a chimney?

Compressed
Concave
Both A and B
None of the above

Explanation

Answer: C - The characteristics of mortar joints you want to see when inspecting the exterior of a chimney include both A and B. Mortar joints that are compressed and concave can discard water easier. Bricks that collect or retain water will deteriorate faster. You notice this on older homes where the brick has dissolved over the years.

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