Inspection guide

Know What To Document Before The Quote

The right photos and details help route a Katy brick repair request with less guessing. Document the full wall, close-up damage, crack pattern, mortar texture, mailbox impact, and any foundation or pre-sale context before requesting help.

Smarter referrals. Better results.

Know What To Document Before The Quote

The right photos and details help us match you with a vetted brick specialist who can give you an accurate, comparable quote.

Close view of Katy brickwork and a stair-step crack before repair documentation
Photo tip

Capture wide shots for context and close-ups for detail. Include a reference for scale.

ItemWhat to documentWhy it matters

Stair-Step Cracks

  • Full wall view
  • Close-up of crack pattern
  • Length, width, locations

Helps determine severity and whether structural movement is involved.

Mortar Loss

  • Areas with missing or crumbled mortar
  • Close-up texture shots
  • Multiple locations

Identifies extent of deterioration and repair requirements.

Mailbox Impact

  • Damage to brick or mortar around mailbox
  • Looseness or leaning
  • Full and close-up views

Assesses impact damage and whether bricks need replacement.

After Foundation Work

  • Areas where work was done
  • Any new cracks or gaps
  • Before/after context if available

Shows potential movement or settling that affects brickwork.

Pre-Sale Repair

  • Problem areas
  • Cosmetic damage
  • Any previous repairs

Helps prioritize visible issues that may affect buyer confidence.

Quote prep

Send the repair story, not just a name.

Better repair requests include the visible issue, where it is on the home, why the repair matters now, and whether movement, water, or a sale timeline is part of the picture.

01Full wall first

Show the whole elevation so the crack or damaged area has useful context.

02Close damage next

Capture the mortar texture, brick face, joint line, and any mailbox or impact detail.

03Add movement notes

Mention foundation work, drainage changes, pre-sale timing, or whether the crack is growing.

Next step

Start with the repair problem, not a sales pitch

Share what you see: crack pattern, location, mailbox or wall damage, foundation history, and timing. That gives the request a cleaner starting point.

Call (281) 699-8345Request brick repair help