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:) The whole wall/house should have been inspected, depending on the scope of work. Any cracks, holes, shallow or dead mortar should have been addressed. The uneven joints are a product of poor workmanship, doesn't necessarily represent a problem. IF they are good solid joints there is...

Nope, unless for purely cosmetic reasons. They did leave a couple holes though.

Bond strength can't be calculated but if you have ever had to tear down or clean a brick wall laid with PLC compared to a blended bag of the same type,there is no comparison. Anyone with any first hand experience with PLC know exactly what I am talking about. Those are two ways I have tested...

Type S Portland Lime Cement(PLC). A typical type S mortar will work but will not give you the same bond strength because of the additives and fillers in a blended bag, there is simply less cementitious material.

It’s called Efflorescence, which is basically mineral salt left behind as moisture comes through the wall and evaporates.

extending the brick would be no problem at all. It should be tied to the old. You can do it mechanically, however at the opening it will be more pleasing to the eye if you key it into the old.

PS: Keep in mind your mix will dry a shade or two lighter than when it's wet . All you have to do is smear a little on a block and let it dry to make sure your happy with the shade before you continue, adjust it from there if necessary.

Ask for mortar dye at the builders supply, it comes in all colors and you can add it to any portland mix to achieve the color you want. You may have to call around to find it. If they don't have quite the shade you want, create your own with the appropriate colors. Get it in powder form...

That’s fine, letting each layer cure independently is key.

You would need wire if you were to go that route..

Lets say you are using10 or 12"block. Establish your wall line pull your bond, lay 1 course all the way through. Next establish your wall running perpendicular, butt a whole block at the intersection against the course you just ran in and pull bond from there. When you get 1 course down you...

Yes I do, I specialize in brick/ block construction and restoration. QuickWall is a type of portland stucco which would work fine. However I’ve never used QW I batch my own and can't comment on how the fibers would affect the finish, might be a little hairy. The fibers added to QW are...

Hi I’m Chris, a brick/block mason in PA, been in the business most of my adult life I’m 40. Great website here looking forward to learning and contributing where I can. Cheers, CS

Hi Debbie you want a breathable stain. After pressure washing and scrubbing unfortunately no, your bottom course is stained. To lighten that up would take some heavy duty chemicals which is not an option at this point, it would kill your new patio. If it were, you probably would never get...