INDIANAPOLIS – Do you know what “repointing” bricks means? By definition, it consists of “removing a portion of the deteriorated mortar and redoing the joints with new mortar.” Doing that basically ...

Veteran masons say today's mortar isn't your grandfather's mix — and that matters.

You may not know this, but I received a bachelor of science degree in geology many moons ago. I was fascinated by the topic, and it helped me build houses and buildings that would not fail.

Dear Christine: The dampness on the floor is most probably from water coming in through the brick walls. It is important to correct this because if the floors are damp, the lumber and insulation ...