SECTION 7 ~~d EXTERIOR FENCE & WALL SYSTEM FENCE & WALL COMPONENTS TO INSPECT A visual inspection helps identify early signs of deterioration, structural movement, and maintenance needs. II.ti mu Vinyl fencing 0 mu Wood fencing r.f applicable) 0 tlmt Aluminum fencing 0 tdU Decorative metal fencing 0 -- :.-.; CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) walls 0 ii Poured concrete walls 0 ; p SURFACE CONDITION 1 :"- STRUCTURAL :.-:.~ INDICATORS 0 Dirt accumulation 0 Cracks 0 Biological growth 0 Settlement (algae, mold, mildew, 0 Leaning sections moss, lichen) 0 Black staining 0 Loose posts 0 White mineral staining 0 Loose caps (efflorescence) 0 Spalling concrete 0 Rust staining 0 Mortar deterioration 0 Paint deterioration 0 Broken masonry units 0 Oxidation 0 Loose stone 0 UV fading 0 Bowing 0 Discoloration 0 Impact damage 0 Graffiti INSPECTION TIP: :0: -- Brick walls ~: Natural stone walls :ii! Retaining walls (visual inspection only) -.. Decorative caps I Columns WHAT TO LOOK FOR 3 ,A. MOISTURE U INDICATORS 0 Water staining 0 Standing water at ba.se 0 Poor drainage 0 Efflorescence D Soft surrounding soil 0 Vegetation growing through joints 0 Corrosion at embedded metal Walle the entire perimeter of the fence or wall system. View both sides where possible and 0 llilil1 0 .. , 0 I 0 + 0 ,. 3 i GATES& HARDWARE 0 Gate alignment 0 Hinges secure 0 Latches functioning D Lock operation 0 Corrosion 0 Sagging gates 0 Loose fasteners e pay dose attention to the base, joints, and areas where moisture collects or vegetation grows. Gates 0 Gate hardware 0 Posts 0 Expansion joints 0 Coatings and finishes 0 5 /') ENVIRONMENTAL ½) FACTORS 0 Tree root movement 0 Vegetation against fencing 0 lrrigat.ion overspray 0 Salt exposure 0 Wind damage 0 Soil erosion 0 Animal damage SECTION 7 FENCE & WALL COMPONENTS TO INSPECT STEWARDSHIP TODAY VALUE TOMORROW
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