Puttrich & Sons Masonry Resources https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/ Helpful masonry planning guides from Puttrich & Sons Masonry. How to Know When a Masonry Crack Needs Repair https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/masonry-crack-repair-warning-signs/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/masonry-crack-repair-warning-signs/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Not every crack means a wall is failing, but some cracks point to water, settlement, lintel movement, or drainage problems that should be inspected. Brick, Stone, or Block: Which Material Fits Your Project? https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/brick-stone-concrete-block-guide/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/brick-stone-concrete-block-guide/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Brick, stone, and CMU each solve different problems. The best choice depends on appearance, structure, budget, speed, and maintenance. Retaining Wall Drainage Basics for Central Texas Properties https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/retaining-wall-drainage-central-texas/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/retaining-wall-drainage-central-texas/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Most retaining wall failures are not caused by the face of the wall. They start behind it, where trapped water and soil pressure build up. What to Ask Before Hiring a Masonry Contractor https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/questions-before-hiring-masonry-contractor/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/questions-before-hiring-masonry-contractor/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT The right questions reveal whether a contractor understands scope, materials, access, cleanup, schedule, and the real cause of the masonry problem. Preparing Your Property for a Concrete Pad, Walkway, or Sidewalk https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/prepare-for-concrete-patio-walkway-driveway/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/prepare-for-concrete-patio-walkway-driveway/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A smoother concrete project starts before the truck arrives. Access, slope, base, reinforcement, and curing should be planned early. Why Mortar Matching Matters in Stone and Brick Repair https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/why-mortar-matching-matters/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/why-mortar-matching-matters/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Mortar is not just filler. Its color, texture, hardness, and joint profile can make a repair blend in or stand out immediately. Commercial CMU Wall Planning: Schedule, Safety, and Field Changes https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/commercial-cmu-wall-planning/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/commercial-cmu-wall-planning/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Commercial masonry succeeds when layout, material delivery, access, safety, and field decisions are coordinated before the wall slows the whole project down. Why Chimneys Are Usually the First Masonry to Need Repair https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/why-chimneys-need-repair-first/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/why-chimneys-need-repair-first/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Your chimney takes more sun, rain, and freeze-thaw than any other masonry on the house. Here is what tends to fail first and what to watch for. What Tuckpointing Is, and How to Tell When Brick Needs It https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/what-is-tuckpointing/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/what-is-tuckpointing/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Tuckpointing means replacing worn-out mortar joints without touching the brick. Here is when it is time and why it is worth doing. Natural Stone vs. Manufactured Veneer: How to Choose https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/natural-stone-vs-manufactured-veneer/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/natural-stone-vs-manufactured-veneer/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Both can look great on a home or fireplace. The right call comes down to weight, budget, and the look you are after. What Affects the Cost of a Chimney Repair https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/what-affects-chimney-repair-cost/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/what-affects-chimney-repair-cost/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT No two chimneys are the same. Here are the things that move a chimney repair from a quick fix to a bigger job — so the estimate makes sense. Refacing a Dated Brick Fireplace with Stone https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/refacing-fireplace-with-stone/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/refacing-fireplace-with-stone/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT Covering an old brick fireplace with stone is one of the biggest changes you can make to a room. Here is what is involved. Do Brick Mailboxes Need a Footing? (Yes — Here Is Why) https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/do-brick-mailboxes-need-footing/ https://www.puttrichandsonsmasonry.com/resources/do-brick-mailboxes-need-footing/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT A brick mailbox is small, but skip the footing and it will lean or crack. Here is what holds one up for the long haul.