Do you inspect homes with the original limestone or brick exterior near downtown Faribault?

Yes, and these masonry homes near downtown and the historic district are some of our favorites to inspect because they reward a careful eye. Faribault's heritage homes, built when local limestone and brick were the materials of choice, can be beautiful and structurally sound for well over a century if maintained. We evaluate the masonry for mortar deterioration and the need for tuckpointing, spalling or flaking brick from freeze-thaw cycles, cracks that indicate settlement versus simple aging, and moisture penetration, which is a real issue with porous stone in our wet springs. We also check lintels over windows and doors, parapet and chimney masonry, and how water is being shed away from the walls. The goal is to distinguish normal century-old patina and routine maintenance from problems that need real money and attention. Repointing on a schedule is part of owning one of these homes, and knowing where it stands helps you budget. These properties deserve an inspector familiar with the local building heritage. To inspect a historic Faribault home, call us or build a free instant quote online.