What visible conditions make a leaning or bowing wall worth a closer look and how to document them safely.
If the top of the wall is noticeably displaced from the base, photograph it from the end of the wall line or another safe side angle.
Cracking combined with lean, separation or shifted blocks is more important than a hairline crack on an otherwise straight wall.
Do not test it by pushing. Keep people away from the area and document the condition from a safe position.
If you have older photos, they can help show whether the condition is stable or progressing.
If the wall appears unsafe, keep your distance. Text photos to 623-226-0192 or call Desert Dreamco LLC for the next step.
This Cave Creek wall was photographed along its length to make the visible lean easier to see. A side-angle photo is more useful than pushing on an unstable wall to test movement.
The photo documents the visible condition only; the cause and repair scope require evaluation of the wall and surrounding conditions.
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