In many cases, the brickwork underneath painted surfaces is in surprisingly good condition — especially If the wall hasn’t suffered from trapped moisture. We often uncover well-preserved original bricks that simply need cleaning.
That said, the purpose of a test patch is to check for any hidden issues early on, such as minor repairs or previous pointing work. Most of the time, no major repairs are needed — but if anything is spotted, we’ll explain it clearly and honestly before you commit to full removal.