The Part of Bricklaying Nobody Sees… But It Matters Most

The Part of Bricklaying Nobody Sees… But It Matters Most In this video, I’m showing you the part of bricklaying that most people never see — but it plays a huge role in whether a brick wall lasts, drains properly, and performs the way it should over time. We’re continuing the brickwork on this house addition, and in this section I walk through the real process behind building a brick wall the right way, from prep to layout to laying the first courses. I take you through how we install the flashing on the foundation ledge to help direct water out, how we install Tyvek and tape the seams to protect the wall assembly, and how I lay out the bond to make sure we keep full bricks in the wall and avoid unnecessary cuts. I also show how I install weep vents for drainage, where brick ties come into play for strength and support, and why taking the time to properly fill and compact the corner joints matters if you want clean, durable brickwork that won’t crack later on. If you’re into bricklaying, masonry, construction, home additions, or just want to learn how a proper brick veneer wall is built, this video breaks down the details that really matter behind the scenes. If you need help with a renovation, masonry, brickwork, stucco, waterproofing, concrete, basement renovation, framing, or general construction project, feel free to reach out to us at **1KB Construction**. We serve homeowners across the GTA and surrounding areas, and we’d be happy to help bring your project to life. 🌐 *Website:* *https://1kbconstruction.com* 📩 *Contact us through the website for a free consultation* If you enjoyed the video, make sure to *like, comment, and subscribe* for more real bricklaying, masonry, and renovation content. #bricklaying #masonry #brickwork #construction #homeaddition #brickveneer #houseaddition #mason #contractor #renovation #flashing #tyvek #brickties #weepvents #1KBConstruction