Spotted consistent brick spalling on new builds in the Riverside district

Walking my dog near the new condos, I've noticed several brick walls already showing cracks and efflorescence. A contractor friend mentioned that the local supplier changed their clay source, leading to higher moisture retention in the bricks. You might want to test a sample batch before committing to large orders! It's becoming a common headache for crews working over there.

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anna_kelly674h ago

Spotlights the dangerous trade-offs made when developers prioritize speed over durability.

wood.karen8h ago

Wow, I used to trust new construction, but this makes me wonder how widespread the brick issue is?