Brick Veneer Walls: How to Avoid Structural Failure

English - May 05, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
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Discussion Points:

[1:01] The structural failure possibilities of water infiltration due to inadequate installation of control joints.

[3:38] How to fix cracks due to the lack of control joints.

[7:28] Cracks in parapet walls and the Brick Industry Association recommendations for control joints.

[8:17] The importance of the binding of brick to mortar, and wall ties.

[13:06] Antiquated header courses increase the structural failure rate.

[15:45] Common problems with corrugated wall ties.

[16:30] Ninety percent of water intrusion issues are due to flashings and lack of end dams.

[22:01] Benefits and concerns about mortar nets.