Gauging a wall should include
- selecting the scale according to the type of unit and wall construction
- making the walls level with the tops of openings
- providing proper spacing for seals or wire reinforcements.
IRC: Chapters 4 and 7 cover modular masonry components, reinforcement, and installation.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the advantage of using scales over using inches and fractions?
- Which scale is used most often in commercial and in residential construction?