Masonry Quality Control Inspection

Quality control inspection for masonry work verifying units, mortar joints, grout, reinforcement, tolerances, and installation compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.

Inspection Setup and Scope

• Project, location, and masonry scope identified
  Record the building/area, wall type, and scope of masonry work being inspected.
• Applicable drawings, specifications, and approved submittals available
• Inspection stage verified
  Select the current inspection stage.
• Weather conditions suitable for masonry work
  Verify conditions are suitable for the work being inspected, including protection from adverse weather as required by project procedures.

Masonry Units and Materials

• Masonry units match approved type, size, and appearance
• Units are free from visible damage, contamination, or excessive chips
• Material storage protects units and accessories from moisture and contamination
• Mortar materials and mix proportions verified
• Grout materials and admixtures match approved submittals
• Reinforcement type, size, and grade match approved documents

Mortar Joints and Workmanship

• Bed joints are fully filled and consistent
• Head joints are fully filled and properly tooled
• Joint thickness is within project tolerance
  Measure representative mortar joint thickness.
• Mortar joints are clean, uniform, and free of excessive voids
• Bond pattern and coursing match approved layout
• Movement joints and sealant locations are installed per drawings

Grout and Reinforcement Installation

• Reinforcement is placed at specified locations and spacing
• Reinforcement is properly supported and has required cover
• Lap splices, hooks, and anchorage match approved details
• Grout placement verified in specified cells or cavities
• Grout consolidation and fill are adequate
• Grout lift height and pour sequence comply with specification

Dimensions, Alignment, and Tolerances

• Wall plumbness measured within tolerance
  Record measured plumb deviation over the specified reference length.
• Wall alignment and straightness are within tolerance
  Record measured deviation from line or straightedge.
• Openings, embeds, and penetrations are located per drawings
• Jambs, corners, and interfaces are properly formed
• Surface finish and visible workmanship meet project quality requirements

Non-Conformance, Corrective Action, and Sign-Off

• Deficiencies and non-conformances documented
  Select all observed deficiency categories.
• Corrective action assigned and due date recorded
• Inspector signature