ᐅ Plan bricks do not fully rest on the foundation slab – is the slab too small?

Created on: 30 Aug 2015 03:18
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oggear51
Hello,

The masons recently finished building the ground floor walls, but I noticed that on one side of the house the facing bricks extend about 1–2.5 cm (0.4–1 inch) above the base slab. I immediately measured the interior walls with a laser measuring device, and everything was correct inside. So now the question is, is it a problem that the facing bricks are not fully sitting on the base slab?

Thanks in advance
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Voki1
30 Aug 2015 21:04
And that is exactly why, if you really have no idea (like you), it is advisable to involve an expert and have the construction supervised by an independently hired specialist.
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Bauexperte
30 Aug 2015 22:11
Good evening,

whether my answer will truly help you is hard to say, since you only know my profile, but neither me personally nor my work.

I can also answer your next question quite easily; however, I do not believe it will give you lasting reassurance. In my experience, you either need to place more trust in your construction manager or—what I consider more effective—invest in independent construction supervision.

Answers from a forum can be both correct and incorrect; there is often plenty of nonsense to read. They can never fully replace external professional expertise or provide lasting peace of mind!

PS: The slot, as well as others, will of course be closed before the exterior thermal insulation composite system (ETICS) is applied.

Best regards, Bauexperte
Bauexperte